Cisco · 3 hours ago
Account Executive - Splunk Federal Defense
Cisco is a leading company revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations. They are seeking an Account Executive to lead sales engagements, build customer relationships, and collaborate with internal teams to align strategies with client business objectives.
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Responsibilities
Demonstrate a proven track record of success working with cross-functional teams, driving accountability, innovation, and growth
Leverage technical expertise to discuss network architectures, datacenter requirements, security, and related technologies, translating these into meaningful business outcomes for clients
Bring strategic market experience, with the ability to understand and address the complexities of selling advanced technology solutions in global or large enterprise markets
Build and sustain long-term customer relationships through strong verbal and written communication skills
Provide thought leadership, think strategically, and collaborate effectively with both customers and internal stakeholders
Exhibit strong executive presence, professionalism, and the ability to influence at all organizational levels
Qualification
Required
**Active TS/SCI Required**
4+ years of professional experience in sales role and passionate about IT solutions for the Federal government or enterprise clients
Must live in the Washington DC, Virginia, Maryland or NC
Available to travel to client site as needed
Preferred
5+ years of Direct sales experience
3+ years of experience selling to Federal government
2+ years of experience selling to NatSec/ NatDef account with in Federal government
2+ years of Software/SaaS sales experience
You are comfortable with an enterprise and transactional sales model
Skilled at balancing immediate demands with long-term strategic goals
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
A 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year
Flexible vacation time off program
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary
Company
Cisco
Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press.
Funding
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