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Department of War Account Executive

Role overview

Qualifications

  • 15+ years supporting DoW or Federal civilian agencies through IT services, consulting, systems integration, cloud, or digital modernization programs
  • 10+ years leading growth, account management, capture, delivery, or portfolio operations within Federal markets
  • 5+ years owning financial performance, forecasting, pipeline development, or PL management
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience

Responsibilities

  • Lead growth across Planet Technologies' Department of War portfolio
  • Drive expansion with military services, defense agencies, and strategic mission partners
  • Manage end-to-end client relationships
  • Achieve annual revenue and margin goals, targeting more than 10% year over year growth

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Collaboration

About the company

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Planet Technologies

IT Services & IT Consulting

Planet Technologies was built around investing in and developing long term relationships with our customers and corporate partners. We work hard to keep our staff trained on the latest technologies, policy and operational issues impacting today’s federal and corporate environments. Being an expert on the technology we support is the first step, more importantly is understanding your business mission and integrating technology into a long term strategic plan. Planet Technologies is the leading provider of Microsoft consulting services to public sector and commercial organizations. Our team of Microsoft experts provides support for Microsoft 365, CRM, SharePoint, System Center, SQL, and Windows 7-11. Planet has significant experience in deploying business intelligence, cloud services, unified communications, records management, workflow automation, collaboration, systems management, virtualization and more. A Global Leader in Microsoft Technologies: Few companies can compare to Planet Technologies when it comes to an established relationship with Microsoft. As a company with a 100% focus on the Microsoft platform, we know Microsoft technologies and we are a trusted partner. As a team of experienced and certified Microsoft consultants and Microsoft trainers, we are the best partner to help your staff get up to speed quickly and cost effectively in order to make your business more productive with your Enterprise Agreement investment. Advanced certifications • Microsoft Partner with 16 gold and silver competencies • 8 Microsoft Advanced Specializations • CPLS Microsoft certified training Highly skilled staff • Microsoft Certified Solutions Masters (MCSM) • Microsoft Most Valuable Professionals (MVP) • Microsoft Certified Trainers (MCT) • Microsoft CRM Rangers • 150+ Microsoft Consultants We are a full-service, independent training company providing a range of IT and developer training services based on Microsoft technologies to individuals and organizations.

Company details

Company typeSME
IndustryIT Services & IT Consulting
Company size201 - 500

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Job description

Planet Technologies, the Nation’s leading Microsoft services provider to the public sector, is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our growing team as a DoW Account Executive . In this role, you will be supporting impactful projects that make a difference for our country

This accomplished Account Executive will be responsible for Revenue Growth in our Federal Sector, specifically the Department of War (DoW) and be responsible for strategy, growth and leadership across opportunities at the Department of War. Focus will be on developing new relationships, expansion within existing strategic clients.


Responsibilities

This strategic Account Executive will lead growth across Planet Technologies' Department of War portfolio, driving expansion with military services, defense agencies, and strategic mission partners. The role combines executive relationship management, business development, portfolio oversight, and market strategy to accelerate Microsoft-focused modernization initiatives across the DoW ecosystem.

 A successful track record working within the DoW space to provide Management or IT Services is essential as well as exceptional communication skills with internal and external C-Level executives.

 Success in this role will be measured through annual bookings, revenue growth, customer expansion, strategic partner development, and overall portfolio profitability.

  • Experience positioning Microsoft cloud, security, AI, data, and workplace modernization solutions within federal environments is highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain trusted relationships with senior DoD leaders, mission stakeholders, acquisition executives, and industry partners.
  • Manage end-to-end client relationships,
  • Partner closely with the Federal Growth Office to drive sales efforts and support growth across key DoW accounts
  • Achieve annual revenue and margin goals, targeting more than 10% year over year growth
  • Develop strategic direction within DoW clients while contributing to the organization’s broader long-term strategy
  • Rapidly assess, validate, and qualify new business opportunities within the DoD marketplace
  • Collaborate across teams to design and execute both tactical initiatives and long-term strategic solutions
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with prime contractors and subcontractor partners
  • Present effectively and lead discussions with mid-level managers and senior executives



  • Qualifications
  • 15+ years supporting DoW or Federal civilian agencies through IT services, consulting, systems integration, cloud, or digital modernization programs
  • 10+ years leading growth, account management, capture, delivery, or portfolio operations within Federal markets
  •  5+ years owning financial performance, forecasting, pipeline development, or P&L management
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
  • 15 years of experience providing IT services to the US Federal government (Management Consulting or IT Professional Services)
  • 15 years of experience managing and driving strategy of large, diverse teams and complex projects within DoW space.
  • At least 5 years of experience in P&L management, financial forecasting, invoicing and contract management and proposal development and deal/pursuit management
  • Experience delivering complex and varied technical solutions including those within the Microsoft sphere of influence
  • Demonstrated lasting relationships at the Federal CXO level and a proven ability to build relationships with new (changing) administration officials
  • Deep understanding of the federal procurement process and a demonstrated track record of working with clients to expand existing programs and close new business within that procurement framework
  • Ability to hold and maintain a security clearance, as well as travel as needed
  • Planet Technologies is the leading provider of Microsoft Consulting Services to public sector and commercial organizations. Planet has significant experience in deploying business intelligence, cloud services, unified communications, and systems management with an emphasis building, deploying, and managing custom solutions that transform the business operations of federal government agencies.

    Planet Technologies does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms and conditions of employment, or practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.  Select positions at Planet Technologies have Federal Agency Clearance Requirements and may require up to a 10-year background investigation and/or US Citizenship (clearable).

    Salaries for an Account Executive at Planet Technologies range from $110,000 and $180,000 in base compensation and this position will also have an incentive plan. Several factors will impact final pay offered to a successful candidate including but not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, clearance level, the type of years and experience within the industry, education, training, etc.

    Visit  www.go-planet.com  to learn more about us. Details about our benefits can be found here Planet Technologies 2026-2027 Recruitment Guide 


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