SLED Account Executive – US Central

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🌽 Illinois, Texas – Remote

🌽 Illinois – Remote 🤠 Texas – Remote

💵 $150k - $160k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

🧑‍💼 Account Executive

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📱 Media

📣 Marketing

💰 $30M Series A on 2025-07

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📋 Description

• Drive new business development and market expansion across the State, Local, Education, and Other Government sector • Own the Central Region territory and identify, qualify, and close opportunities across state government, local/municipal government, K-12 education, and higher education • Lead new business development within the assigned geographic territory and execute a strategic go-to-market plan • Prospect and qualify target accounts, identifying decision-makers, influencers, and procurement stakeholders • Manage complex sales cycles from opportunity identification through contract signature • Navigate multi-month timelines, RFx processes, budget cycles, and government procurement requirements • Build and maintain relationships with SLED buyers, including CISOs, security directors, IT procurement officers, and institutional decision-makers • Collaborate with Sales Engineering and Product teams on customized demonstrations, proposals, and proofs of concept • Maintain a healthy pipeline, forecast accurately, and achieve quarterly and annual revenue targets

🎯 Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of enterprise software sales experience, with at least 3+ years specifically focused on SLED sales • Proven track record of closing large, complex enterprise deals with extended sales cycles and multiple decision-makers • Established network of relationships and credibility within SLED buyer community • Deep understanding of SLED procurement processes, RFx workflows, government contracting requirements, and budget cycles • Familiarity with cybersecurity and threat intelligence landscape • Ability to articulate technical value propositions to technical and non-technical stakeholders • Knowledge of SLED-specific compliance and regulatory requirements, including FISMA equivalents, CIPA for K-12, state data privacy laws, and procurement regulations • Strong CRM discipline; proficiency with Salesforce or similar sales platform • Comfort with sales methodologies and forecasting • Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in technology sales or government sector • Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills • Active security clearance (Secret or higher) or ability to obtain one; experience working within cleared environments is preferred • Prior experience selling cybersecurity, threat intelligence, or related security solutions to government buyers is preferred • Startup or high-growth company sales experience is preferred • Completion of a Background Check is required for employment at iCOUNTER • Legally authorized to work in the United States

🏖️ Benefits

• Full Health, Dental, & Vision Coverage, with 100% employee premiums covered and 90% dependent premiums covered on base plans • 401(k), HSA, & FSA Plans • Flexible PTO • Meaningful equity ownership • Company Holidays & Paid Sick Days • Monthly home-office stipend for internet, equipment, or other technology needs

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