Full-Time

Vice President of Defense Sales

Updated on 1/11/2025

Govini

Govini

51-200 employees

Data analytics for government decision-making

Data & Analytics
Government & Public Sector
Defense

Senior, Expert

Arlington, VA, USA

Full-time position located out of our office in Arlington, VA.

US Citizenship Required

Category
Strategic Account Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Salesforce
Requirements
  • U.S. Citizenship is required
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 7+ years experience in meeting and exceeding revenue goals in a technology sales environment, personally closing large and complex deals
  • Proven success at new account development
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
  • Willingness to work hard, be strategic, and do the right thing for the business
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment
  • Current possession of a U.S. security clearance, or the ability to obtain one with our sponsorship
  • Experience in or exposure to the nuances of a startup or other entrepreneurial environment
  • Familiarity with the DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) processes (particularly budgeting, acquisition, and procurement processes)
  • Experience with Salesforce CRM
Responsibilities
  • Own end-to-end new business opportunities, from creating leads to closing deals
  • Personally source, shape, and properly qualify new business opportunities
  • Manage complex sales cycles from opportunity identification to contract close for multiple opportunities simultaneously
  • Develop, maintain, and execute against account plans for national security clients and prospects
  • Present business solutions at the executive level and evangelize Govini throughout the Federal/national security marketplace
  • Define and present compelling, customized value propositions and demonstrate Govini technology and solutions to prospects and clients
  • Utilize Salesforce to manage all aspects of prospecting, opportunity management, forecasting, client communications, contacts, activities, and tasks

Govini focuses on data science to improve government operations, especially for national security clients like the Department of Defense (DoD). The company provides data-driven insights and analytics that help agencies make informed decisions and navigate complex federal contracting processes. Govini stands out by offering clear, actionable insights tailored to the needs of government agencies. Their goal is to empower these agencies to enhance their operations and effectiveness.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$23.8M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

1%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for data analytics in government contracting boosts Govini's market potential.
  • Growing interest in AI-driven tools within DoD aligns with Govini's offerings.
  • Rising focus on supply chain security enhances Govini's relevance in national security.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition could erode Govini's market share in the national security sector.
  • Reliance on government contracts makes Govini vulnerable to federal budget changes.
  • New data privacy regulations could increase Govini's operational costs.

What makes Govini unique

  • Govini specializes in data analytics for national security and federal agencies.
  • Govini's Ark.ai platform offers advanced analytics for national security applications.
  • Govini's insights into OTAs help DoD navigate complex federal contracting.

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