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Senior Account Executive (Department of Homeland Security)

Red Cell Partners
Location
Mclean, Virginia
Posted
24 days ago
Department
RCP Federal - Growth
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Quota-carrying enterprise software AE experience
  • 8+ years selling technology into the federal government, with a majority in new business, and substantial recent time inside DHS specifically
  • Genuine component-level depth in DHS components
  • Command of FAR-based competitive procurement
  • Vehicle fluency with DHS and government-wide vehicles
  • A verifiable record of first-dollar-in wins
Nice to have
  • Prior government service inside a DHS component
  • Experience selling AI/ML, data platform, or decision-support software
  • Small business and teaming fluency
  • Active TS/SCI clearance or a clearance history that makes reinstatement straightforward
What the job really is

The Senior Account Executive at Red Cell Federal will focus on new business development within the Department of Homeland Security, managing the entire sales cycle from initial customer engagement to contract signing. This role requires a strong background in selling enterprise software to the public sector, particularly within federal government agencies, and involves strategic territory planning, relationship building, and capturing new business opportunities.

Benefits
  • Career track opportunity with potential for rapid advancement
  • 100% employer paid, comprehensive health care including medical, dental, and vision for you and your family
  • Paid maternity and paternity for 14 weeks at employees' normal pay
  • Unlimited PTO, with management approval
  • Opportunities for professional development and continued learning
  • Optional 401K, FSA, and equity incentives available
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of a formal training program for new hires, implying a need for immediate self-sufficiency
  • The role requires a deep understanding of federal procurement processes, which may be challenging for those without prior experience in this area
  • The compensation structure includes uncapped earnings, but the base salary is not specified as competitive compared to industry standards
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