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Senior Account Executive, SLED (DC Metro)

Join Cloudflare as a Senior Account Executive to drive sales in the Public Sector and help build a better Internet.

Location
Distributed
Compensation
$269k–$370k/yr
Level
senior
Type
full time · Remote

Posted by employer 1 day ago

First seen on Joblaze 18 hours ago

Last verified on the company career page 7 hours ago

What you'll build

  • Develop and execute account/territory plan
  • Drive sales in defined territory/account list
  • Assist in creating value propositions for Cloudflare services
  • Manage contract negotiations
  • Maintain a robust sales pipeline

Must have

  • Minimum 5 years of experience selling technical solutions
  • Experience managing longer, complex sales cycles
  • Basic understanding of computer networking
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Self-motivated

Nice to have

  • Technical background in engineering, computer science, or MIS
  • Experience selling to SLED customer base

AI in the day-to-day

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Requirements

Experience
5+ years

Not disclosed in this posting: visa sponsorship.

Benefits

401k Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Paid Time Off Equity/Stock Options Health Insurance

Joblaze summary

The Senior Account Executive for SLED at Cloudflare focuses on developing and executing strategic sales plans to drive revenue in the public sector, specifically targeting state and local government clients. This role requires a blend of sales acumen and technical knowledge, particularly in computer networking and internet technologies, to effectively engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have at least five years of experience in technical sales within the public sector and possess strong communication skills. Cloudflare's culture emphasizes innovation and collaboration, making it suitable for self-motivated individuals who thrive in fast-paced envi

Joblaze insights

  • Listed today — first seen on Joblaze October 2, 2026. Last confirmed on Cloudflare's careers page October 2, 2026.
  • Salary band is above the typical range for Sales/Marketing roles (median ~$140,000).
  • Starts above 84% of 976 comparable senior sales/marketing roles in United States we track (median $150,000 across 194 companies).

Quick facts

Is the Senior Account Executive, SLED (DC Metro) role remote?
Yes — Cloudflare lists this as a fully remote position.
What's the salary range?
Cloudflare lists $269,000–$370,000 for this role.
How much experience is required?
At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Senior Account Executive, SLED (DC Metro) role.
What seniority level is this role?
Cloudflare targets senior candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Senior Account Executive, SLED (DC Metro) role at Cloudflare.

From the original posting

About Us

Available Locations

  • Washington D.C.

About the Role

Account Executives, Channel Account Managers, Business Development Representatives, Solution Engineers, Customer Success, and Sales Operations - all working together help our customers adopt Cloudflare and create great Internet-enabled experiences. The sales team at Cloudflare helps customers solve real, technical problems while creating the revenue streams that help the company provide free service to millions in our community.

Responsibilities

  • We are looking for a seasoned sales professional to help us build a Public Sector Sales team to help cover the State and Local market for the territory. The ideal candidate will possess both a sales and technical background that enables them to drive engagement at all levels with technical and non-technical buyers.
  • As an SLED Account Executive, you'll be responsible for developing and executing against a comprehensive account/territory plan as well as driving sales in a defined territory and/or account list to achieve revenue targets. The person in this role will also assist in creating and articulating compelling value propositions for Cloudflare services.
  • Manage contract negotiations
  • Maintain a robust sales pipeline
  • Develop long-term strategic relationships with key accounts.

Desirable Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

  • Minimum 5 years of experience selling technical solutions or products to the Public Sector (SLED, Federal Government, Municipalities, etc.)
  • Experience managing longer, complex sales cycles`
  • Basic understanding of computer networking and “how the internet works”
  • Aptitude for learning technical concepts/terms (Technical background in engineering, computer science, or MIS a plus)
  • Strong interpersonal communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills.
  • Self-motivated; entrepreneurial spirit
  • Comfortable working in a fast paced dynamic environment
  • Experience selling to SLED customer base

Compensation

For Washington DC, based hires: The expected salary range for this role is $269,000 - $370,000, depending on experience and qualifications. Job level and compensation will be determined based on the candidate's experience and alignment to role expectations.

This role is eligible to earn incentive compensation under Cloudflare’s Sales Compensation Plan. The estimated annual salary range includes the on-target incentive compensation that may be attained in this role under the Sales Compensation Plan.

Equity

This role is eligible to participate in Cloudflare’s equity plan.

Benefits

Cloudflare offers a complete package of benefits and programs to support you and your family. Our benefits programs can help you pay health care expenses, support caregiving, build capital for the future and make life a little easier and fun! The below is a description of our benefits for employees in the United States, and benefits may vary for employees based outside the U.S.

Health & Welfare Benefits

  • Medical/Rx Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Commuter Spending Accounts
  • Fertility & Family Forming Benefits
  • On-demand mental health support and Employee Assistance Program
  • Global Travel Medical Insurance

Financial Benefits

  • Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Employee Stock Participation Plan

Time Off

  • Flexible paid time off covering vacation and sick leave
  • Leave programs, including parental, pregnancy health, medical, and bereavement leave

What Makes Cloudflare Special?

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