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Sales Account Executive - FED Civilian

ZscalerRemote - D.C., USAPublic Sector Field Sales
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Salary
$145,250 — $207,500 USD
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Experience
Senior · 8+ yrs
Posted
8 Oct 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Remote based in the D.C., USA area, this full-time role involves driving sales for federal civilian accounts within the Sales and Go-to-Market team. This position suits experienced sales professionals who want to help secure cloud transformations and collaborate with internal teams to meet customer goals.

Role Overview

Zscaler seeks a Sales Account Executive - FED Civilian to join the Sales and Go-to-Market team focused on SSA, USDA, and EPA. Reporting to the Regional Director, the position requires building relationships with internal and customer stakeholders, including C-suite decision-makers. The role involves creating long-term account strategies aligned with customer goals and acting as a trusted advisor.

Key Responsibilities

Build relationships with important internal and customer stakeholders, including c-suite decision-makers.
Create a long-term account strategy aligned with customer goals.
Collaborate with internal teams to meet customer needs and contribute to comprehensive account planning.
Act as a trusted advisor by understanding client businesses and aligning technical solutions with their strategic goals.

Requirements

8+ years of full-cycle sales experience within the software or security industry.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
Progressive selling experience engaging with enterprise accounts and selling at the C-Level.
Foundational understanding of AI/ML technologies and experience leveraging, securing, or positioning AI-driven solutions to optimize outcomes within your functional domain.

Nice to Have

Established relationships with current and prospective customers and a deep understanding of how technology facilitates high-level business goals.
Proficiency in strategic sales planning with a proven track record of closing net new logos.
Experience meeting or exceeding sales targets while leveraging channel partnerships.
Effectively leverage LLMs and Generative AI tools to boost productivity and sales effectiveness across research, prospecting, customer prep, and opportunity management.

Skills and Tools

AI/ML technologies
LLMs and Generative AI tools
Enterprise software and security sales tools

Salary and Benefits

Base salary range from $145,250 to $207,500 USD, excluding commission, bonus, equity, and benefits.
Various health plans.
Time off plans for vacation and sick time.
Parental leave options.
Retirement options.
Education reimbursement.
In-office perks.

About the Company

Zscaler accelerates digital transformation through its SASE-based Zero Trust Exchange platform, which protects customers from cyberattacks and data loss. The organization builds an AI-native enterprise where human potential is amplified by machine intelligence to solve security challenges.

How to Apply

Candidates should apply on the official company careers page.

Skills and tech stack

Questions candidates ask

What is the location of this job?

The role is remote based in the D.C., USA area.

What is the salary range for this position?

The base salary range is $145,250 to $207,500 USD, which excludes commission, bonus, equity, and benefits.

How many years of experience are required?

Candidates must have 8+ years of full-cycle sales experience within the software or security industry.

What educational background is needed?

A bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience is required.

Who does this role report to?

The position reports to the Regional Director.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Zscaler careers page.

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