Federal Account Executive
BlackStar
- Washington DC
- $190,000-225,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Own the Sales Cycle: Lead all phases of the sales process from prospecting to closing multi-year SaaS contracts.
- Grow Federal Partnerships: Develop strategic account plans to expand business within existing DoD Army accounts and create new opportunities.
- Executive Relationship Building: Build trusted relationships with senior government leaders (CIOs, CTOs, HR executives, and others).
- Strategic Account Alignment: Understand mission partner objectives, compliance requirements (DCWF/8140), and tailor solutions accordingly.
- Pipeline Development: Manage a strong pipeline, forecast accurately, and drive consistent sales performance.
- 5+ years of enterprise sales experience (or 3+ years with an advanced degree), ideally within Federal/DoD accounts.
- Proven track record closing Federal SaaS contracts with executive-level decision-makers.
- Experience with solution selling, navigating long sales cycles, and negotiating multi-year recurring revenue agreements.
- Strong knowledge of government procurement processes and compliance requirements.
- Proficiency with CRM tools such as Salesforce.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and business development skills.
- Ability to travel when needed (not required but encouraged).
- 100% Remote flexibility with hybrid options depending on role/location.
- Competitive compensation + bonus structure.
- Comprehensive benefits include medical, unlimited PTO, wellness reimbursements, professional development funds, and more.
- Mission-driven culture guided by values of trust, collaboration, and innovation.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB).