Full-Time

Director of Defense Sales

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Govini

Govini

51-200 employees

Data analytics for government decision-making

Data & Analytics
Government & Public Sector
Defense

Senior

Arlington, VA, USA

This role is a full-time position located out of our office in Arlington, VA.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Field Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Salesforce
Requirements
  • U.S. Citizenship is required
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • History of selling technology directly to the Government, preferably within DoD or other national security clients
  • 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 specializes in data science to enhance government operations, particularly for national security clients like the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies. The company provides data-driven insights and analytics that help these agencies make informed decisions. By using advanced data science techniques, Govini offers transparency into government activities and the complex markets they operate in, allowing clients to focus on innovation and strategic planning. Govini generates revenue by selling its analytics services and reports, which assist clients in connecting their actions to long-term strategies and evaluating performance. Their insights also cover key contracting methods, such as Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs), aiding agencies in navigating federal contracting and technology acquisition. Govini's goal is to be a crucial partner for government agencies, enabling them to make strategic decisions based on clear and actionable data.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$23.8M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

11%

1 year growth

33%

2 year growth

96%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Recognition in the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 underscores Govini's rapid growth and strong market position.
  • The introduction of the National Security Scorecard and the Govini Certification Program demonstrates the company's innovative approach to addressing critical national security challenges.
  • High-profile hires like Peter Modigliani and Jeff (JD) Jack signal Govini's commitment to strengthening its leadership team and driving future growth.

What critics are saying

  • The highly specialized focus on national security clients could limit Govini's market opportunities outside this niche.
  • Dependence on government contracts makes Govini vulnerable to changes in federal spending priorities and budget cuts.

What makes Govini unique

  • Govini's exclusive focus on national security clients like the DoD sets it apart from other data analytics firms that serve a broader range of industries.
  • The launch of Ark.ai, a commercial data platform specifically for national security, highlights Govini's commitment to specialized, high-impact solutions.
  • Govini's deep insights into federal contracting vehicles like OTAs provide unique value to government agencies navigating complex acquisition processes.

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