Sales Development Representative

As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed — we’re here to stop breaches, and we’ve redefined modern security with the world’s most advanced AI-native platform. We work on large scale distributed systems, processing almost 3 trillion events per day and this traffic is growing daily. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We're proud to work for a mission-driven company leveraging AI to transform the way we work. CrowdStrikers drive their careers through flexibility and autonomy while also being expected to contribute to a culture of responsible AI adoption, experimentation, and innovation. We use an AI-first mindset as a force multiplier to proactively and continuously accelerate execution, build expertise, uncover insights, and solve complex problems. We’re always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.

About the Role:

Are you passionate about cybersecurity, technology, and building meaningful relationships that drive business growth? At CrowdStrike, we’re looking for a dynamic and motivated Sales Development Representative (SDR) to join our high-performing sales team in the United Arab Emirates. In this role you’ll be at the forefront of our go-to-market strategy—connecting with enterprise and corporate-level prospects across South Africa to identify new opportunities and help expand our customer base.

As the first point of contact for many of our future customers, you will play a critical role in driving the pipeline and setting the tone for long-term relationships. You’ll engage in high-level conversations with C-suite executives, run a structured and consultative sales process, and work closely with regional sales, marketing, and channel teams. If you’re results-driven, customer-obsessed, and excited about launching or growing your career in cybersecurity sales—this is the opportunity for you.

This is a hybrid-remote role. The team is located in Dubai and in the office 3 days per week, 2 from home.

What You’ll Do:

• Actively engage our prospective customers to identify new opportunities for CrowdStrike over the phone

• Run a sophisticated Sales process from Prospecting to Closure.

• Discover and drive new business opportunities within Corporate or Enterprise accounts

• Conduct high level discovery calls with the C-suite and their VPs

• Become a cyber security expert and thought leader

• Earn a black belt in competitive selling and objection handling

• Collaborate with marketing and channel partners to execute on a successful go-to-market strategy

• Provide exceptional and high touch customer service, including escalation and coordination of support issues as needed.

• Become an insider within the Cyber Security Industry and become an expert of CrowdStrike products.

• Stay well educated and informed as to the CrowdStrike competitive landscape and how to sell the value of our solutions and services when compared to the relevant competitors in the Next Generation Endpoint market space.

What You’ll Need:

• A strong desire to create a successful career in technology sales

• Technical aptitude and ability to learn new business and technical concepts quickly

• Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.

• Competitive nature, but also a collaborative team player

• Strong presentation skills, both in person and via virtual channels

• Customer Service background a plus

• Fluency in English

Bonus Points:

• Cyber Security knowledge

• Security and/or SaaS Sales experience a plus

• Telephone Sales experience preferred but not essential

• Experience working in the South African market (preferred)

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Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:

• Market leader in compensation and equity awards
• Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs
• Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge
• Paid parental and adoption leaves
• Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role
• Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections
• Vibrant office culture with world class amenities
• Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe

CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.

CrowdStrike is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions--including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, return from lay-off, terminations and social/recreational programs--on valid job requirements.

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