Sales Development Representative

Portnox portnox.com Open · verified Sep 24, 2026

Hybrid Austin Full-time Junior Sales Development

At a glance

Entry-level Sales Development role at Portnox. Austin · full-time.

Pay not stated

RoleSales Development

SeniorityJunior

LocationAustin

WorkplaceHybrid

EmploymentFull-time

PostedJul 27, 2026 · 8w ago

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Find and qualify prospects through outbound calls, email, research, and inbound-lead follow-up
Write tailored messages that create interest and present Portnox products as useful solutions
Study market trends to find security-conscious organizations that fit the solutions
Book demonstrations and pass qualified opportunities to Account Executives
Record activity in CRM software so pipeline progress and reporting stay visible

What you bring

You communicate exceptionally well in writing and conversation while building relationships by phone, email, and social media
You can juggle priorities, solve problems, and create efficient workflows independently
You bring a competitive, persistent work style with clear goals and a strong work ethic
You are comfortable with technology concepts and motivated to keep learning

Who this fits

You’ll suit a quota-carrying entry-level sales role if you enjoy competition, prospecting, creative problem-solving, and connecting with potential buyers. The position is based in Austin and follows a hybrid arrangement. Sales development experience helps, while technical or cybersecurity knowledge is an advantage.

From the employer

Portnox is seeking a Sales Development Representative (SDR) to drive new sales opportunities and fuel our growth. This is a quota-carrying, entry-level sales role for ambitious, results-driven individuals eager to build a career in technology sales. Our SDR team plays a critical role in supporting the company’s sales goals through lead generation, qualification, and pipeline development. The SDR will identify and convert leads into opportunities for Account Executives while delivering a world-class prospect experience.

What We’re Looking For: This is not a customer service job. The high-risk and high-reward nature of a career in SaaS Sales rewards grit and drive that not everyone possesses. The challenge of connecting a prospective customer with the product that meets their needs can require strategic planning, quick-thinking creativity, and laser-focused tenacity. To top performers, this role is the opportunity to kickstart a very lucrative career in SaaS sales.

While Sales Development experience is a major plus in this role, we’ve seen a wide variety of backgrounds translate to success.

The most successful Sales Development Representatives often…

Are competitive, tenacious, driven to surpass expectations.
Love learning, problem-solving, and overcoming challenges creatively
Strive to create an organized, efficient, repeatable path to success
Have a technical background or strong interest in technology.
Have a positive attitude and thrive on connecting with people

Generate and qualify leads through outbound calls, emails, and research.
Collaborate with marketing to convert inbound leads and nurture prospects.
Deliver a high-quality prospect experience while surpassing KPOs for new leads contacted, calls, and qualified meetings
Create personalized messaging to appeal to potential buyers, developing intrigue and positioning Portnox products as a value-add solution
Educate customers on Portnox features to guide purchasing decisions.
Research and analyze market trends and identify security-conscious organizations that are a good fit for Portnox’s solutions
Schedule demos and create opportunities for Account Executives.
Track all activity in CRM software to maintain pipeline visibility and reporting.

Proven ability to multitask, prioritize, and problem-solve.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Expansive creativity and ability to innovate and problem-solve driven by the desire to connect with prospects and convert them to customers
Competitive and hunter mentality with a strong work ethic.
Experience building relationships via phone, email, and social media
Fluent with MS Office
Self-motivated and goal-oriented, with the ability to work independently.
Detail-oriented and capable of developing efficient workflows.
Comfortable with technology concepts and eager to learn more.

Preferred:

Experience with sales acceleration and engagement platforms like Salesloft or Outreach
Experience with LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Zoominfo and other business information and market research platforms
Experience with CRM tools (Salesforce preferred)
Demonstrable success in a quota carrying sales role
Knowledge of enterprise architecture or cybersecurity a major plus!

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. On occasion, the employee must be able to lift 35 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.