Account Executive - Private Equity

Account Executive - Private Equity ROLE OVERVIEW We’re looking for an Account Executive to drive growth within the private equity sector, partnering with PE firms and their portfolio companies to deliver high-impact AI and cybersecurity solutions. In this role, you’ll act as a strategic advisor to private equity firms and operating teams, helping them identify risk, unlock value, and scale efficiently across their portfolios. You will own a targeted book of accounts, build executive-level relationships, and lead complex, multi-entity sales cycles that span both fund-level stakeholders and portfolio company operators. This is a highly consultative, outbound-focused role suited for someone who thrives in navigating sophisticated buying groups and translating technical solutions into clear business outcomes. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Own the full sales cycle—from prospecting to close—within private equity firms and their portfolios - Build and manage relationships with PE stakeholders and operating partners - Drive pipeline through outbound efforts, networking, and partner collaboration - Position 7AI’s solutions to address cybersecurity and operational challenges across portfolio companies - Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver tailored solutions and ensure successful deployments QUALIFICATIONS - 5+ of experience in B2B sales (SaaS, cybersecurity, or enterprise technology) - Required: Direct experience selling cybersecurity solutions - 5+ years selling Experience selling into private equity firms, portfolio companies, or highly complex organizations