Strategic Account Manager - Federal

Checkmarx is the enterprise application security leader and the host of Checkmarx One™ — the industry
-leading cloud-native App Sec platform thathelps enterprises build #Dev Sec Trust  .

Checkmarx is the leader in application security and ensures that enterprises worldwide can secure their application development from code to cloud. Our consolidated platform and services address the needs of enterprises by improving security and reducing TCO, while simultaneously building trust between App Sec, developers, and CISOs. At Checkmarx, we believe it’s not just about finding risk, but remediating it across the entire application footprint and software supply chain with one seamless process for all relevant stakeholders.

We are honored to serve more than 1,800 customers, which includes 40 percent of all Fortune 100 companies including Siemens, Airbus, Sales Force, Stellantis, Adidas, Wal-Mart and Sanofi.

About the Role

Checkmarx is seeking a Strategic Account Manager to drive growth across Federal Civilian Agencies
. As a key member of our sales team, you’ll manage and expand strategic accounts, develop new business, and represent one of the most innovative leaders in Application Security
.

What You’ll Do

• Own and grow relationships within assigned federal accounts
  , driving new business and expansion opportunities
• Manage multiple sales opportunities through a consultative, value-based approach
• Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver exceptional customer outcomes and revenue growth
• Represent Checkmarx with professionalism, integrity, and a passion for technology

What We’re Looking For

• Proven success selling SaaS or cloud-based software to the Federal Civilian Sector, and System Integrators
• Strong communication, executive presence, and organizational skills
• Self-motivated, results-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Why Join Us

At Checkmarx, you’ll join a fast-moving, global team dedicated to innovation and growth. We offer a collaborative culture, opportunities to make an immediate impact, and uncapped earnings potential

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive sales and business plans for assigned accounts
• Build and maintain strong, ongoing communication and relationships with target customers to manage expectations and drive engagement
• Conduct strategic discovery sessions to uncover business needs, challenges, and growth opportunities
• Establish and nurture trusted-partner relationships with key stakeholders across customer organizations
• Understand and articulate each account’s vision, goals, and technology roadmap
• Land, expand, and deepen customer relationships through effective account planning and execution
• Manage and orchestrate complex sales cycles involving diverse business and technical stakeholders
• Explore the full spectrum of business opportunities and relationships across the client’s organization
• Leverage channel partners to identify, develop, and pursue new opportunities
• Provide timely feedback and insights to internal teams to inform product, marketing, and strategy initiatives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to broaden and strengthen account relationships
• Partner with management to develop compelling proposals, pricing, and contracts
• Build deep expertise in company solutions and effectively position their value to customers
• Identify and recommend new solution opportunities or innovative approaches within target accounts
• Stay current on industry trends, technologies, and competitive developments
  , and apply insights to customer engagements
• Deliver engaging presentations and demonstrations that drive interest and expand account penetration
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date account information and activity records in Salesforce
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and trade shows as needed
• Communicate account issues promptly and ensure timely resolution to maintain customer satisfaction
• Regularly follow up with customers to measure satisfaction and identify upsell or cross-sell opportunities
• Demo and close target clients on appropriate solutions to achieve or exceed sales goals
• This role is NOT selling to the SLED sector.

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