Nicholas Oppelt
About Nicholas Oppelt
Nicholas Oppelt is a Federal Account Executive at Aqua Security, specializing in cloud native security solutions. He has extensive experience in federal government practices, having worked in various sales roles across the sector since 2014.
Work at Aqua
Nicholas Oppelt has been serving as a Federal Account Executive at Aqua Security since 2022. In this role, he focuses on cloud native security solutions, emphasizing prevention, detection, and response automation throughout the application lifecycle. His position in the Washington, DC Metro Area allows him to engage directly with federal government clients, aligning Aqua Security's offerings with the specific needs of this sector.
Previous Experience in Federal Account Management
Before joining Aqua Security, Nicholas Oppelt held several positions that contributed to his expertise in federal account management. He worked as a Federal Account Executive at Nuix USG from 2015 to 2021, where he gained six years of experience in the federal sector. Additionally, he served as a Senior Account Executive in the Federal Government Practice at Diligent for three months in 2022. His earlier role as an Inside Sales Representative at Nuix from 2014 to 2015 further solidified his foundation in federal sales.
Education and Expertise
Nicholas Oppelt earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Management from Virginia Tech's Pamplin College of Business, completing his studies from 2006 to 2010. This educational background supports his career in sales and account management, particularly within the federal government sector. His academic training complements his practical experience in cloud native security solutions.
Career Background
Nicholas Oppelt's career began in 2007 when he worked as a Senior Sales Representative Advisor at Vector Marketing. He transitioned to CEB as a Business Development Representative in 2014, where he focused on the Middle Market IT Practice. His diverse roles across various companies have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of sales strategies and client engagement, particularly in the federal market.
Specialization in Federal Government Practices
Nicholas Oppelt has developed a specialization in federal government practices throughout his career. His roles have consistently involved working with government clients, allowing him to understand the unique challenges and requirements of this sector. This specialization is evident in his current position at Aqua Security and his previous roles at Nuix and Diligent.