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We bring deep technical expertise and a vendor-neutral approach to ensure our customers get the right solutions - every time. Our culture, certified as a Great Place to Work®, values teamwork, innovation, and people who take initiative. If you’re looking for a place where you can grow and make a meaningful impact, we’d love to meet you.\nDefy Security is seeking a proven Enterprise Account Executive to drive strategic growth across large enterprise clients. This is not a transactional sales role - it’s an opportunity to partner with C-level leaders to help them transform how they manage cyber risk. 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