Sales leader with expertise in cybersecurity, cloud, and digital infrastructure. Demonstrated success in managing end-to-end sales cycles and implementing consultative selling strategies. Proven ability to engage C-level executives and develop effective go-to-market strategies. Strong skills in team building, negotiation, and stakeholder management, driving business growth through innovative solutions.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Sales Manager - Cybersecurity, Cloud & Digital Infrastructure
Digit Solutions LLC
Dubai / Abu Dhabi
2017.11 - 2024.08
Own and execute sales strategy for Cybersecurity, Cloud, and Digital Infrastructure across enterprise and mid-market accounts
Drive new business development and revenue growth, managing complex, multi-stakeholder sales cycles end to end
Build and manage strong sales pipeline, including forecasting, budgeting, and target achievement
Engage C-suite executives, CIOs, and CISOs to position value-led, risk-aligned technology solutions
Develop and expand key and strategic customer accounts, ensuring long-term value and retention
Manage RFPs, RFQs, and commercial negotiations, leading to successful deal closures
Collaborate with vendors, channel partners, and internal teams to deliver tailored solutions
Track market trends and customer insights to refine go-to-market and account strategies
Maintain strong customer relationships with focus on long-term value, retention, and customer success
Domain: Sales
Senior ICT Consultant - Enterprise Infrastructure
Teksalah L.L.C.
Dubai / Abu Dhabi
2017.11 - 2024.08
Conduct comprehensive market research by utilizing trade directories and various sources to compile lists of potential client businesses.
Initiate visits to both current and potential client businesses to establish and capitalize on sales opportunities.
Evaluate clients' needs and effectively communicate how offered goods and services align with those needs.
Efficiently coordinate timely delivery of goods, oversee equipment installation, and ensure seamless provision of services.
Collaborating with pre-sales, technical, and post-sales teams to ensure client satisfaction and successful implementation of solutions.
Deliver comprehensive reports on sales achievements to sales management, along with assessments of marketability of ICT products and services.
Engage in diligent post-sales follow-ups to ascertain client satisfaction with ICT products and services, promptly addressing any concerns or facilitating modifications as needed.
Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, actively integrating newfound knowledge into sales strategies.
Maintain and submit records of business expenses that are incurred in course of project, including preparing sales reports
Providing sales information to sales management about marketability of ICT products and services
Providing insights to company on product/service improvements and enhancements.
Providing quotations and negotiating terms of credit, as well as completing contracts and recording orders
Contributing to development of sales and marketing strategies based on market insights.
Domain: Sales
Client Relationship Manager - Enterprise IT Infrastructure
Fujisoft Technology L.L.C.
Dubai / Abu Dhabi
2016.01 - 2017.10
Building and maintaining long-term relationships with clients
Understanding the client's evolving needs and adapting solutions accordingly.
Conduct thorough consultations with clients to understand their specific IT infrastructure requirements and business objectives.
Develop customized solutions aligned with client requirements in collaboration with technical teams.
Manage a portfolio of client accounts, overseeing their IT infrastructure services and ensuring their satisfaction.
Overseeing all aspects of client accounts, including sales, service delivery, and support. Managing client contracts, agreements, and service level agreements (SLAs)
Proactively identify opportunities for service enhancement and upselling of relevant solutions.
Providing sales management with information on sales made and marketability of ICT products and services.
Analyze IT sales performance on a quarterly and annual basis, comparing it with targets and previous years' figures.
Serving as the primary point of contact for clients, handling inquiries, concerns, and requests in a timely manner.
Developing and managing customer advocacy programs, including case studies, testimonials, and referrals.
Domain: Sales
Junior Sales Executive
Gerab System Solutions LLC (A Gerab Group Company)
2013.12 - 2015.12
Identify potential clients through market research, online platforms, industry events, and referrals.
Generate leads by reaching out to prospects through emails, calls, and networking.
Communicate with potential clients to understand their IT needs, challenges, and objectives.
Contacting and qualifying leads to determine their level of interest and potential fit for the company's products or services.
Conduct initial meetings or presentations to introduce the company's IT solutions
Gain a deep understanding of the company's IT products and services, as well as their features, benefits, and competitive advantages.
Create and customize proposals that outline the recommended IT solutions, including pricing, terms, and deliverables.
Provide accurate and competitive price quotations to clients.
Engage in negotiations to secure contracts while ensuring profitability and client satisfaction.
Maintaining accurate records of sales activities, lead generation efforts, and client interactions.
Responding to client inquiries, addressing their concerns, and providing information as needed.
Actively participating in training programs and workshops to enhance sales skills and product knowledge.
Providing feedback on sales strategies and processes to help improve overall sales performance.
Domain: Sales
Business Development Executive
NIIT
2013.02 - 2013.09
Handling two territories identify new opportunities and pursue the leads with the object of getting at least three new projects within a period of five months.
Leading, mentoring & monitoring the performance of the team to ensure efficiency in process, operations, meeting of individual & group targets.
Always tried to ensure delivery of proposals to client before date and time.
Analysing the reasons in the cases of unsuccessful tenders
Conducted events by participating around 100 clients from different parts of the state to make an aware on the company profile.
Domain: Sales
Assistant Marketing Manager
Kayal (The Back Water Cuisine)
Nottingham
2011.09 - 2012.12
Took a major role in establishing a new branch in London.
Analyzed different strategies in developing the brand image of the firm by finding out the weak points.
Training and development of junior staff in the department.
Maintaining the customer satisfaction by making sure the staff provide excellent hospitality.
Domain: Marketing
Customer Care Executive
Federal Bank of India
Ernakulum, India
2011.03 - 2011.08
Handle transactions and answer customer queries
Decipher customer needs and offer the best solution based on proper company policies
Effectively communicate ideas, suggestions and answers
Refer customers to people who specialize with the type of problem or query they present
Complete complex money-related transactions
Offer upgrades and new banking services or products
Domain: Customer Support
Education
MSc - International Business and Management
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham, UK
2011.01 - 2012.01
B Tech - Information Technology
Netaji Institute of Engineering & Technology
Andhra Pradesh, India
2006.01 - 2010.01
Skills
Sales leadership in cybersecurity, cloud, and digital infrastructure
End-to-end sales cycle management
Consultative and value-based selling
Enterprise infrastructure and cloud expertise
Strategic account management
Negotiation and stakeholder management
ICT consultation
Systems integration
Client relationship building
Stakeholder relationship management
Vendor relationship management
IT service management
Information security
PERSONAL DETAILS
Languages Known: English, Hindi, Malayalam.
Fluent
References
References available on request.
PERSONAL DETAILS
Name: SIJY THOMAS Gender: MALE Visa Status: UAE Work Permit Passport Number: U0808626 Nationality: Indian Civil Status: Married Permanent Address: Malayilparampil House, Mathoor P.O Pathanamthitta, Kerala, India. I hereby certify that the above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. UAE Driving License Holder.
Curriculum Vitae
Results-driven Sales Manager with 11+ years of enterprise sales success in Cybersecurity, Cloud, and Digital Infrastructure. Strong record of closing complex, high-value deals, expanding key accounts, and consistently exceeding revenue targets through consultative, value-led selling.
Accomplishments
Consistently recognized as a Top Performer for six consecutive years
Head of Digital Infrastructure and Transformation Unit at Ministry of DigitalHead of Digital Infrastructure and Transformation Unit at Ministry of Digital
IT Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Manager at CROWN REGENCY HOTELS AND RESORTSIT Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Manager at CROWN REGENCY HOTELS AND RESORTS