Business Development Representative

About Adaptive

Adaptive is a cybersecurity startup on a mission to stop AI-powered cyberattacks, founded by Brian Long and Andrew Jones—proven entrepreneurs behind Attentive (Forbes Cloud 100, $10B+ valuation) and TapCommerce (acquired by Twitter). In April 2025, Adaptive raised $43M, led by a16z and the OpenAI Fund, marking OpenAI's first-ever cybersecurity investment.

As generative AI drives new cyber threats, Adaptive is building the defense layer every organization needs. Our platform combines personalized security training, AI-driven attack simulations, and automated threat triage, all powered by the Adaptive Risk Intelligence Engine to quantify human risk at the individual level. Trusted by top banks, tech companies, and healthcare organizations, we protect teams from emerging threats like deepfakes, smishing, and voice scams. With a solid product foundation and a $200B+ market to transform, we're just getting started.

Role

Sales is one of the best ways to learn about a business and see how everything fits together.

Do you want to learn from the best leaders building billion dollar businesses?

Do you want to move up fast in tech startup sales?

Are you fiercely driven with a passion to win?

If yes, then we have an incredible role for you. As a BDR, you will work closely with the founding team and sales leadership to engage potential customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead Generation: Dive into the market, identify and engage with potential clients to spark interest in our groundbreaking products.

• Outreach Mastery: Use your communication prowess to craft compelling emails and conduct high-energy calls that convert prospects into genuine leads.

• Collaboration: Work directly with our founding team of successful entrepreneurs, gaining invaluable insights and feedback that only industry veterans can provide.

• Innovate and Iterate: Bring your creative ideas to the table, test new strategies, and help refine our sales process to optimize results.

• Learn and Grow: With a steep learning curve, expect to master the ins and outs of tech sales at warp speed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

• Boundless Energy: A vibrant and enthusiastic approach to sales, ready to reach and exceed ambitious goals.

• Competitive: A strong drive to win and achieve, taking steps forward every day.

• Swift Adaptability: Comfort with fast-paced environments and changing landscapes typical of high-growth startups.

• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to persuade and inspire.

• Team Player: Eagerness to work in a collaborative environment, learning from and contributing to the team’s success.

What We Offer

• Incredible career progression while also learning how to build a tech startup

• A culture that promotes continuous learning and growth, with access to resources and mentorship to advance your skills and career.

• A supportive, inclusive environment where every team member's contribution is valued.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and a fantastic office atmosphere.

• Premium healthcare and wellness benefits.