Account Executive, SLED

IDME; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 248,000 - 316,000; Full time

Job summary

IDMe seeks a Senior Account Executive for the Public Sector to drive new business in SLED markets and expand strategic government relationships. You will translate complex technical solutions into mission-critical outcomes for state, local, and education agencies.

The role emphasizes end-to-end sales cycles, strategic growth, and collaboration with Success and Product teams, leveraging a broad ecosystem of partners and procurement vehicles to accelerate deal velocity.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of demonstrable success in technology sales focused on SLED markets.
• Proven track record of closing seven-figure quotas in government sectors.
• Deep understanding of public sector procurement vehicles and cycles.
• Existing ready-to-go book of business with key state/local contacts.
• Ability to translate complex technical value into compelling narratives.
• Thrives in a high-growth, entrepreneurial environment.
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or relevant cert preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end sales cycles in the SLED market with multi-department buy-in.
• Design and execute a territory play-book to drive growth and leadership.
• Build and maintain executive relationships with CIOs, CTOs and Directors.
• Collaborate with Customer Success and Product for pilots to production.
• Develop ecosystem with partners, SIs, and lobbyists to accelerate deals.
• Maintain a rigorous, predictable sales pipeline and forecasts.

Skills

SLED sales

Seven-figure quotas

Public sector procurement

Executive relationships

Network of contacts

Communication mastery

Startup mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Tools

NASPO / GSA contracts

Job description

IDMe is the next-generation digital identity wallet that simplifies how individuals securely prove their identity online. Consumers can verify their identity with IDMe once and seamlessly login across websites without having to create a new login and verify their identity again. Over 175 million users experience streamlined login and identity verification with IDMe at 22 federal agencies, 50 state government agencies, and more than 100 healthcare organizations. Over 600 consumer brands use IDMe to verify communities and user segments to honor service and build more authentic relationships. IDMe's technology meets the federal standards for consumer authentication set by the Commerce Department and is approved as a NIST 800-63-3 IAL2 / AAL2 credential service provider by the Kantara Initiative. IDMe is committed to "No Identity Left Behind" to enable all people to have a secure digital identity. To learn more, visit https://network.id.me/ .

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Role Overview

The Senior Account Executive, Public Sector (SLED- SC/NC/GA/MS) is a high-impact role responsible for spearheading new business acquisition and strategic expansion within the State, Local, and Education markets. You will act as a sophisticated navigator of the public sector, translating complex technical solutions into mission-critical outcomes for government agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Complex Cycle Management: Lead and execute sophisticated, end-to-end sales cycles within the SLED market, often involving multi-departmental buy-in and complex RFP/RFI processes.
• Strategic Growth: Design and execute a territory play-book that contributes significantly to the company's financial objectives and market leadership.
• Executive Relationship Building: Cultivate and maintain deep, long-term "trusted advisor" relationships with CIOs, CTOs, and Program Directors across state and local agencies.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Partner with Customer Success and Product teams to ensure successful pilot-to-production transitions and long-term account health.
• Ecosystem Development: Identify and leverage a robust network of channel partners, system integrators (SIs), and lobbyists to accelerate market entry and deal velocity.
• Forecasting Excellence: Maintain a rigorous, predictable sales pipeline, providing accurate quarterly forecasts in a landscape known for its long lead times.

Qualifications

• The SLED Veteran: 7+ years of demonstrable success in technology sales, with a primary focus on SLED (State, Local, and Higher Education) markets.
• Proven Track Record: A consistent history of over-achieving seven-figure quotas and closing "landmark" deals within government sectors.
• Procurement Mastery: Deep understanding of public sector procurement vehicles (e.g., NASPO, GSA, state-specific contracts) and the legislative cycles that drive funding.
• Existing Network: A "ready-to-go" book of business and high-level contacts within key state and local agencies.
• Communication Mastery: Exceptional ability to distill complex technical value propositions into compelling narratives for both technical staff and non-technical elected officials.
• Startup Agility: Experience thriving in a high-growth, fast-paced environment where proactive problem-solving and an entrepreneurial mindset are required.
• Education: Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or relevant certifications in Public Administration or Business preferred.

The annual base salary listed does not include a company bonus, incentive for sales roles, equity and benefits which will be determined based on experience, skills, education, relevant training, geographic location and role.

IDMe offers comprehensive medical, dental, vision, health savings account, flexible spending accounts (medical, limited purpose, dependent care, commuter benefit accounts), basic and voluntary life and AD&D insurance, 401(k) with company match, parental leave, ability to participate in unlimited paid time off subject to the terms and conditions of the PTO policy, including 8 company wide holidays, short and long-term disability insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, referral bonus policy, employee assistance program, pet insurance, travel assistant program, wellbeing and childcare discounts, benefit advocates, and a learning and development benefit.

Final offers may vary from the amount listed based on qualifications, professional experiences, skills, education, relevant training, geographic location, and other job related factors.

Pay Range

$248,125 - $316,000 USD

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