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$150K - 200K a year
Drive North American channel services revenue through partner engagement, enablement, and sales leadership, while developing and executing go-to-market strategies.
Over 10 years of channel sales experience in cybersecurity, proven success in managing and scaling partner ecosystems, with strong forecasting and leadership skills.
CLOUDRISE, INC | Introduction Cloudrise, an Exclusive Networks Company, is a security services provider focused on Security Access Service Edge (SASE), Data Security Posture Management (DSPM), and Cloud Security technologies. We strive to be the service provider of choice for both our channel and vendor partners, working as an extension of their teams, tailoring our scalable service model to security needs across the entire data lifecycle. We build, deploy, optimize, and manage data security programs on market-leading platforms. With centers of excellence in the US, UK, and Colombia, our experience spans industries, geographies, and organizational sizes, demonstrating the success of our innovative and proven security talent acquisition and retention solution. Now part of Exclusive Networks, a global leader in cybersecurity that provides partners and end-customers with a wide range of services and product portfolios via proven routes to market. With offices in over 45 countries and the ability to serve customers in over 170 countries, Exclusive Networks combines a local perspective with the scale and delivery of a single global organization. Our collective best-in-class vendor portfolio is carefully curated with all leading industry players. Cloudrise partners with some of the fastest-growing cybersecurity vendors, including Netskope, Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, BigID, and Cyera, and supports over 100 value-added resellers and system integrators. We seek passionate professionals who thrive on delivering exceptional results and making a meaningful impact in the cybersecurity space. Role Overview The Director of North America Channel Sales is a senior, lead-from-the-front, quota-carrying leadership role responsible for driving services revenue through Exclusive Networks’ North American channel ecosystem, including VARs, solution providers, managed service providers, and system integrators. This role is a critical component of Exclusive Networks North America’s services growth strategy, with Cloudrise serving as the specialized delivery arm for SASE, DSPM, and cloud security services across the partner community. Success in this role requires deep channel cybersecurity technology and services sales experience selling through and with channel partners, managing solid relationships with existing partners at the executive level, and managing a sales team to drive tip-of-the spear value for partners and their customers. The selected candidate will be a dynamic, action-oriented sales professional with a demonstrated track record of disciplined sales management and rigor around weekly forecasting, pipeline creation, deal progression, and quota attainment in services. Reporting: General Manager, Cloudrise Coverage: North America Core Responsibilities Channel-Led Revenue Growth Own and deliver North American services revenue targets through channel partners. Develop and execute a partner-first SASE and DSPM services go-to-market strategy aligned to Exclusive Networks North America priorities. Drive services attach and expansion within Exclusive Networks-led vendor motions. Identify, recruit, activate, and scale high-performing channel partners. Position Cloudrise as the default services partner within the Exclusive Networks North America ecosystem. Partner Engagement & Enablement Build and maintain senior-level relationships with VARs, MSPs, SIs, and solution provider leadership. Collaborate with Exclusive Networks field sales teams and sales management to support partner-led deal strategy and execution. Develop joint account plans focused on repeatable services motions. Enable partners through clear value propositions, packaging, and commercial models. Drive co-selling and co-marketing initiatives with vendors and partners. Forecasting, Pipeline & Operating Discipline Own weekly, monthly, and quarterly services forecasting accuracy. Build and maintain a healthy, predictable services pipeline. Run rigorous pipeline reviews, forecast calls, and close-plan discipline. Maintain full visibility into deal stages, risks, and next steps. Partner with finance and operations to ensure revenue and margin discipline. Leadership & Scale Lead, motivate, and drive a channel-focused services sales team. Bring a hunter mentality. Instill and maintain a hunter mentality across the sales team. Establish repeatable sales processes and playbooks aligned with Exclusive Networks North America. Drive a high-performance culture centered on accountability and execution. Act as a visible leader and ambassador for Cloudrise within Exclusive Networks. Qualifications & Experience Required Experience 10+ years of channel services sales experience, with several years in cybersecurity, with a strong emphasis on selling to, and through, channel partners. Demonstrated success selling cybersecurity technologies and services through VARs, MSPs, and system integrators. Proven history of forecast accuracy and consistent quota attainment. Experience selling cybersecurity, cloud security, SASE, DSPM, or adjacent solutions. Preferred Experience Experience operating within or alongside a distributor-led model. Strong background in services-led selling, not just product resale. Familiarity with vendor partner programs and co-sell motions. Experience using CRM systems such as Salesforce. Skills & Attributes Quota achiever with a strong hunting mindset. Channel-first mindset with deep partner credibility. Highly disciplined operator with strong forecasting rigor. Executive-level communication skills. Data-driven, structured, and outcome-oriented. Comfortable in fast-growth, evolving environments. High integrity, ownership, and accountability. Why Work for Us We’re a team of creative problem-solvers, passionate about transforming complex, data-centric challenges into elegant, impactful solutions. Our people think big, act boldly, and bring deep expertise to every project. We don’t settle for the status quo—we challenge assumptions, push boundaries, and take pride in improving every customer’s data ecosystem. If you’re driven by curiosity, energized by innovation, and confident in your craft, you’ll thrive here. Visit our website www.cloudrise.com. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the recruitment and hiring of individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences, as we believe this strengthens our ability to develop superior solutions, make informed decisions, and better serve our valued customers. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability status, or any similar characteristic. Employment decisions are made solely on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Our benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, FSA & HSA options Vacation (Flexible) Holidays (12 days) WORKING CONDITIONS Remote work Exempt, salary Willingness to travel up to 50% within North America; ability to work flexible hours as needed If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply! Our people make all the difference in our success. We are unique! Find your Exclusive Career here
This job posting was last updated on 1/29/2026