Business Development Account Executive – Federal Government
Remote Canberra Full-time Mid-level Account Executive
At a glance
Mid-level Account Executive role at Extreme Networks. Remote, Australia · full-time.
Pay not stated
RoleAccount Executive
SeniorityMid-level
LocationCanberra
WorkplaceRemote
EmploymentFull-time
PostedJun 19, 2026 · 3mo ago
Role brief
Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Find and close new opportunities with federal departments, government-owned corporations, and affiliated agencies
- Build senior relationships across decision-makers, program leaders, procurement contacts, partners, and contractors
- Shape agency territory plans around mission needs, budget timing, cybersecurity, connectivity, and resilience priorities
- Run opportunities from initial lead through negotiation, tender responses, and signed contracts
- Keep forecasts and CRM opportunity records current while coordinating demonstrations, proposals, campaigns, and events
What you bring
- At least five years in business development, account management, or enterprise sales, with no more than ten years specified
- At least three years selling directly to Australian Federal Government customers, preferably across technology, infrastructure, or cyber
- Evidence of reaching or surpassing sales goals in complex deals involving multiple stakeholders
- Australian citizenship plus the ability and willingness to obtain a security clearance if needed
Who this fits
You’ll suit a mid-level federal-government seller who can navigate public-sector procurement and explain value to both technical and executive audiences. The role is based in Canberra and involves independent work within a matrixed sales and technical organization. An existing Baseline, NV1, or NV2 clearance is desirable, while Australian citizenship is required.
From the employer
Over 50,000 customers globally trust our end-to-end, cloud-driven networking solutions and rely on our top-rated services and support to accelerate their digital transformation efforts and deliver progress like never before and with double digit growth year over year, no provider is better positioned to deliver better outcomes on scale, than Extreme.
Come become part of something big with us! We are a global leader, with hubs in Europe, North America, South America, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East.
Position: Business Development Account Executive – Federal Government
Location: Canberra
Department: Sales (Business Development)
Reports To: Director, Government Sales – Australia and New Zealand
Position Overview
Extreme Networks is seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Development Account Executive to lead our growth initiatives within the Australian Federal Government and affiliated agencies. This role is responsible for identifying, developing, and closing opportunities across key departments, driving digital transformation through secure, cloud-driven networking solutions. The ideal candidate will bring a consultative sales approach, a strong understanding of public sector procurement, and a desire to grow Extreme’s presence in the national infrastructure and public services landscape.
Key Responsibilities
- New Business Development
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities with federal departments, government-owned corporations, and affiliated agencies.
- Establish relationships with senior decision-makers, program leaders, and procurement stakeholders.
- Proactively engage with ecosystem partners, systems integrators, and government contractors to build pipeline. Account and Territory Management
- Develop territory plans and account strategies tailored to each agency’s mission, budget cycle, and transformation goals.
- Align Extreme Networks’ capabilities to government priorities such as cybersecurity, secure access, remote connectivity, and infrastructure resilience. Sales Execution and Pipeline Management
- Lead the entire sales lifecycle from lead generation through to negotiation and contract closure.
- Maintain accurate pipeline forecasts and opportunity records using the company’s customer relationship management platform. Stakeholder Collaboration
- Partner with Extreme’s technical teams to develop and deliver solution demonstrations and proposals.
- Collaborate with marketing, channel, and services teams to support campaigns, events, and integrated sales efforts. Compliance and Government Alignment
- Understand and operate within Australian Federal Government procurement regulations, supplier engagement protocols, and ethical guidelines.
- Prepare responses to formal requests for tender and engage in pre-tender positioning where appropriate.
Qualifications and Experience
- Experience Requirements
- A minimum of 5 years and up to 10 years of experience in a business development, account management, or enterprise sales role.
- At least 3 years of experience working directly with Australian Federal Government customers, preferably in technology, infrastructure, or cyber-related sectors.
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in complex, multi-stakeholder environments. Skills and Attributes
- Strong business acumen with the ability to articulate value propositions to both technical and executive audiences.
- High level of professionalism and ability to operate in sensitive or confidential public sector environments.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a matrixed sales and technical organization. Clearance and Eligibility
- Australian citizenship is required.
- Holding an active Australian Government Security Clearance (Baseline, NV1 or NV2) is highly desirable but not mandatory.
- Willingness and eligibility to obtain a security clearance in future, if required.
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