Senior Named Account Executive, Federal

Cloudflare, Inc

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$324,000–$446,000 / yr
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80 days ago
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Cloudflare is a prominent cloud services and security company that provides content delivery network (CDN), DDoS mitigation, and Zero Trust security services to millions of internet properties.

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TL;DR · Senior Named Account Executive, Federal

Senior Named Account Executive, Federal (COCOM/STRATCOM/TRANSCOM) joins the public sector sales team to drive adoption across defense agencies. This role involves developing and executing strategic account plans, building a robust sales pipeline, and managing complex, multi-year sales cycles including contract negotiations and procurement strategies. The individual will establish relationships with DoD IT leaders, program offices, and acquisition teams while navigating federal procurement cycles and funding. Key responsibilities include articulating value propositions for security, performance, and reliability solutions to help customers achieve mission objectives. Required expertise includes selling IT solutions to the Department of Defense, specifically within COCOM, STRATCOM, TRANSCOM, and SOCOM. The role requires proficiency in DoD procurement processes, contract vehicles like GSA and SEWP, and knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture, cloud modernization initiatives, and cybersecurity mandates to solve critical defense infrastructure challenges.

What you'll do

  • Identify and develop new business opportunities within Department of Defense agencies.
  • Create and execute comprehensive account and territory plans to meet revenue targets.
  • Build strategic relationships with DoD IT leaders, program offices, and contracting officers.
  • Manage complex, multi-year sales cycles including contract negotiations and procurement strategies.
  • Navigate federal acquisition processes, contract vehicles, and funding cycles to accelerate sales.
  • Collaborate with public sector partners and system integrators to expand market presence.
  • Maintain a robust sales pipeline and provide accurate revenue forecasts.
  • Monitor DoD cybersecurity policies, Zero Trust architectures, and cloud modernization initiatives.

What we're looking for

  • Must have 7+ years of experience selling IT solutions to the Department of Defense.
  • Experience must specifically include Combatant Commands: COCOM, STRATCOM, TRANSCOM, and SOCOM.
  • Must possess a deep understanding of DoD procurement processes, contract vehicles (GSA, SEWP, OTAs, BPAs, IDIQs), and budgeting cycles.
  • Must have experience navigating long, complex federal sales cycles to close multi-million-dollar deals.
  • Must possess knowledge of DoD cybersecurity mandates, Zero Trust Architecture, and cloud adoption strategies.
  • Ability to engage with technical stakeholders including CIOs, CISOs, and program managers.
  • A TS/SCI clearance is preferred but not required.
  • Export control laws, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations.

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