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Merlin Group operates at the intersection of cyber innovation, national security, and technology-driven transformation. With a mission to accelerate the adoption of high-impact technologies across the U.S. public sector and regulated commercial markets, Merlin is uniquely structured around three core tenets – Invest, Enable, and Scale – each designed to address a specific stage of the technology lifecycle. Together, our affiliates – Merlin Ventures, CGC, and Merlin Cyber – form a flywheel that builds enduring capability for customers, partners, and the broader cyber ecosystem, operationalizing technological advancement into mission-ready, enterprise-grade solutions.
At Merlin, we believe our strength lies in our people. Team members are encouraged to be creative, collaborative, and nimble, pursuing paths to deliver the cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions that our customers rely on. From next-generation cyber defense to secure cloud and AI, we are united by one purpose – transforming innovation into mission impact.
The Opportunity
As an Account Executive - Security Operations, you will expand our presence across federal civilian and defense agencies by delivering innovative, end-to-end security operations solutions. You will work closely with our strategic partners Torq, SentinelOne, and Wiz to help agencies modernize their Security Operations Centers (SOCs). That work spans AI-driven automation and response, endpoint and extended detection and response, and cloud security.
This role demands a strategic thinker with deep expertise in federal SOC challenges, procurement processes, and compliance requirements. You will build trust with senior decision-makers, uncover opportunities, and deliver tailored, customer-centric solutions. Operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, you will foster collaboration across internal teams and vendor partners to deliver strategic outcomes that align with your customers' missions. This position offers autonomy and the chance to make a lasting impact in a dynamic, evolving marketplace.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Prospect and qualify security operations opportunities in federal agencies and ecosystems.
- Lead sales cycles, including responding to RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs.
- Present integrated solutions across Torq, SentinelOne, and Wiz that align with federal security operations requirements (e.g., Zero Trust, OMB M-21-31 event logging, CISA CDM, FedRAMP).
- Build trusted relationships with CISOs, SOC leaders, and procurement officers.
- Partner with internal teams, sales engineering, and vendor partners to develop joint account plans and deliver successful solutions.
- Stay informed about federal procurement processes, compliance, and security operations trends, including AI-driven SOC automation and cloud security.
Qualifications
- 7+ years of Enterprise Software Sales and Account Management experience.
- Proven success selling security operations or cybersecurity solutions to federal agencies.
- Deep understanding of federal procurement and contract vehicles.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Familiarity with leading security operations solutions, such as security automation and orchestration (SOAR/hyperautomation), EDR/XDR, SIEM, and cloud security (CNAPP); experience with Torq, SentinelOne, or Wiz is a plus.
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and effective in dynamic environments.
Success Attributes
- Commitment to personal and professional integrity and respect for others.
- Roll-up-your-sleeves attitude and low-ego approach.
- Commitment to teamwork and professional relationship development.
- Passion for lifelong learning, growth, and development.
- Flexible and nimble; comfortable with ambiguity and rapid change.
- Strong communication and functional project management skills.
- Desire to innovate, try new things, and creatively explore novel solutions to business challenges.
- Professional and respectful approach to the diversity of thought, action, identity, and attributes.
Benefits & Perks
We want to empower and inspire employees to be and do their best. Our workdays are dynamic, collegial, and fun. Our office features multiple places to work unconstrained by typical office barriers. Our wellness package provides access to an on-site gym and includes medical, dental, and vision insurance along with options for FSA and EAP. We offer 401(k) with employer match, unlimited PTO, and a culture respectful of the reality that not everything in one’s personal life is guaranteed to happen only after hours.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
www.themerlingroup.com
Merlin Group operates at the intersection of cyber innovation, national security, and technology-driven transformation. With a mission to accelerate the adoption of high-impact technologies across the U.S. public sector and regulated commercial markets, Merlin is uniquely structured around three core tenets – Invest, Enable, and Scale – each designed to address a specific stage of the technology lifecycle. Together, our affiliates – Merlin Ventures, CGC, and Merlin Cyber – form a flywheel that builds enduring capability for customers, partners, and the broader cyber ecosystem, operationalizing technological advancement into mission-ready, enterprise-grade solutions.
At Merlin, we believe our strength lies in our people. Team members are encouraged to be creative, collaborative, and nimble, pursuing paths to deliver the cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions that our customers rely on. From next-generation cyber defense to secure cloud and AI, we are united by one purpose – transforming innovation into mission impact.
The Opportunity
As an Account Executive - Security Operations, you will expand our presence across federal civilian and defense agencies by delivering innovative, end-to-end security operations solutions. You will work closely with our strategic partners Torq, SentinelOne, and Wiz to help agencies modernize their Security Operations Centers (SOCs). That work spans AI-driven automation and response, endpoint and extended detection and response, and cloud security.
This role demands a strategic thinker with deep expertise in federal SOC challenges, procurement processes, and compliance requirements. You will build trust with senior decision-makers, uncover opportunities, and deliver tailored, customer-centric solutions. Operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, you will foster collaboration across internal teams and vendor partners to deliver strategic outcomes that align with your customers' missions. This position offers autonomy and the chance to make a lasting impact in a dynamic, evolving marketplace.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Prospect and qualify security operations opportunities in federal agencies and ecosystems.
- Lead sales cycles, including responding to RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs.
- Present integrated solutions across Torq, SentinelOne, and Wiz that align with federal security operations requirements (e.g., Zero Trust, OMB M-21-31 event logging, CISA CDM, FedRAMP).
- Build trusted relationships with CISOs, SOC leaders, and procurement officers.
- Partner with internal teams, sales engineering, and vendor partners to develop joint account plans and deliver successful solutions.
- Stay informed about federal procurement processes, compliance, and security operations trends, including AI-driven SOC automation and cloud security.
Qualifications
- 7+ years of Enterprise Software Sales and Account Management experience.
- Proven success selling security operations or cybersecurity solutions to federal agencies.
- Deep understanding of federal procurement and contract vehicles.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Familiarity with leading security operations solutions, such as security automation and orchestration (SOAR/hyperautomation), EDR/XDR, SIEM, and cloud security (CNAPP); experience with Torq, SentinelOne, or Wiz is a plus.
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and effective in dynamic environments.
Success Attributes
- Commitment to personal and professional integrity and respect for others.
- Roll-up-your-sleeves attitude and low-ego approach.
- Commitment to teamwork and professional relationship development.
- Passion for lifelong learning, growth, and development.
- Flexible and nimble; comfortable with ambiguity and rapid change.
- Strong communication and functional project management skills.
- Desire to innovate, try new things, and creatively explore novel solutions to business challenges.
- Professional and respectful approach to the diversity of thought, action, identity, and attributes.
Benefits & Perks
We want to empower and inspire employees to be and do their best. Our workdays are dynamic, collegial, and fun. Our office features multiple places to work unconstrained by typical office barriers. Our wellness package provides access to an on-site gym and includes medical, dental, and vision insurance along with options for FSA and EAP. We offer 401(k) with employer match, unlimited PTO, and a culture respectful of the reality that not everything in one’s personal life is guaranteed to happen only after hours.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
www.themerlingroup.com
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Who's Hiring
- Siemens14
- Convergint12
- Allied Universal Technology Services9
- Salesforce7
- Cyera6
Top Industries Hiring
- Media & Entertainment
- Electronics & Hardware
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in security executive jobs.
- Ten or more years of progressive security management or leadership experience
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) credential
- Demonstrated experience developing and executing enterprise-wide security programs
- Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and multi-million dollar budgets
- Deep knowledge of risk assessment frameworks and regulatory compliance requirements
- Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, cybersecurity, business administration, or a related field
Tips for Your Security Executive Job Search
Align your resume to two disciplines
Security executive roles split between physical security and cybersecurity leadership. Identify which side you own, then write your resume so that specialization is unmistakable in the first third. Blended backgrounds work, but only when one discipline clearly leads.
Lead with governance and budget ownership
Hiring panels for security executives want to see that you've owned a budget line and built or restructured a program. Quantify the team size you led and the annual spend you managed. Titles without operational proof rarely advance past the first screen.
Target openings that match your regulatory depth
Security executive job listings in healthcare, finance, and defense each require familiarity with distinct compliance frameworks. Filter your search by industry and read the requirements carefully. Applying to roles outside your regulatory experience without addressing the gap in your cover letter wastes both sides' time.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists security executive openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a security program case study
Executive interviews in this field almost always include a scenario question asking you to scope a new security program or respond to a crisis. Prepare a real example from your background that walks through threat assessment, resource allocation, and outcome. Generic answers about frameworks without operational detail do not land at this level.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate compensation
Before accepting or countering an offer, clarify reporting structure, board access, and whether the security function has independent authority or sits under IT or legal. Scope mismatches at the executive level are harder to fix after you start than compensation gaps.
Security Executive Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most security executives?
The most active employers for security executives right now are Siemens, Convergint, and Allied Universal Technology Services, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be highest in industries with complex physical infrastructure or significant regulatory compliance obligations.
How many security executive jobs are remote?
About 83% of security executive openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though fully remote arrangements are more common in cybersecurity program leadership than in physical security or operations roles. Executives responsible for facilities, guard forces, or on-site incident response are almost always required to be present in a fixed location.
How do you become a security executive?
Most security executives build their path through progressively senior roles in either physical security operations, law enforcement, the military, or information security. Earning a recognized credential such as the CPP or CISM signals readiness for executive responsibility. Moving into director-level positions first, then demonstrating program ownership and cross-functional leadership, is the most common trajectory into the C-suite or VP tier.
Can I get a security executive job with limited leadership experience?
Breaking in without direct executive experience is difficult, but candidates with strong operational depth and specialized credentials can compete for director-of-security roles at smaller organizations or business units. Emphasize any experience managing contractors, vendors, or cross-departmental projects. A focused vertical, such as healthcare security or critical infrastructure protection, often opens doors faster than a generalist background at this level.
What does the security executive interview process look like?
Most security executive hiring processes run three to five rounds. An initial screening with HR is followed by a panel interview with senior leadership, often including the CEO, CFO, or general counsel depending on the organization. Expect at least one scenario-based exercise asking you to scope a program, respond to a crisis, or present a risk assessment. References and background investigations are thorough and typically include prior employers and law enforcement records.
Where can I find and apply to security executive jobs?
You can find and apply to security executive jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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