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Senior Account Executive - Cybersecurity (Federal)

Motorola Solutions · Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 13, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

Behavioral

Walk me through a complex cybersecurity deal you closed that involved a federal or state government agency, from first contact to signed contract.

whether they've actually run a long, multi-stakeholder government sales cycle end to end, not just carried a piece of one

Tell me about a time you had to bring a CISO or a director-level security leader around to a strategic view of a problem they saw as a quick fix.

ability to elevate a tactical conversation into a bigger, more valuable engagement

How do you go about finding new logos in a territory rather than waiting for inbound interest?

self-sufficiency in prospecting versus dependence on marketing or referrals

Tell me about a time a delivery team or technical engineer disagreed with what you'd promised a client. How did you handle it?

how they manage the handoff between sales promises and what can actually be delivered

Tell me about a security certification or piece of technical knowledge you picked up specifically to be more credible in front of a CISSP-level buyer.

genuine investment in staying technically credible in a subject-matter-expert sales role

Technical

What's your experience with FedRAMP, GovRAMP, or CMMC, and how have you used that knowledge to sell rather than just discuss it?

whether framework knowledge is real and sales-applicable, not just resume language

Describe your experience responding to a government solicitation or RFP for services. What was your role in writing it?

hands-on familiarity with the mechanics of federal and state procurement, not just awareness that it exists

How do you keep your Salesforce pipeline forecast accurate, and what happens when you catch yourself sandbagging or overstating a deal?

discipline and honesty in pipeline management, since forecast accuracy is called out explicitly in the role

How do you explain a technical concept like zero trust architecture or risk exposure to someone with a finance or compliance background rather than a technical one?

ability to translate security concepts into financial and risk language for non-technical decision makers

What sales methodology do you use for long, multivariate enterprise deals, and how do you apply it when the buying committee includes both private-sector and government stakeholders?

whether they have a repeatable, structured approach versus purely relationship-based selling

Situational

A prospect's security director loves your solution but their procurement office says the agency can only buy through a specific federal or state contract vehicle you're not on. What do you do?

practical knowledge of procurement pathways and resourcefulness rather than giving up on a stalled deal

You're three weeks from quarter close and your biggest forecasted deal just went quiet after the customer's champion left the agency. Walk me through your next steps.

composure and tactical recovery skills under quota pressure

How do you decide which industry conferences or events are worth your time, and what do you do differently at those events compared to a typical sales call?

strategic use of limited travel time and comfort representing the company publicly

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The full job description

As published by Motorola Solutions.

Company Overview At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future. Department Overview At Motorola Solutions, we are committed to helping to keep people safer everywhere. Our safety and security ecosystem connects public safety agencies, defense, and enterprises to enable the critical collaboration needed for a proactive approach to security. Within our commercial enterprise sector, our cybersecurity division delivers the cutting-edge technology and deep tactical protection required to build a resilient foundation for organizations to confidently move forward. Motorola Solutions Cybersecurity Services (MSI) seeks to hire a highly motivated individual with a passion for cybersecurity services sales. In this role, you will champion our portfolio of advanced cybersecurity advisory & compliance services nationwide, serving as an essential subject matter expert and trusted partner to our customers. You will operate at the intersection of private enterprises and federal & state government agencies, guiding c-suite and director-level decision-makers toward a proactive safety and security ecosystem. Job Description Responsibilities:  • Achieve or exceed assigned vertical sales quota on a consistent, repeatable, and transparent basis • Target new logos and lead complex sales efforts to deeply penetrate strategic prospect accounts • Accurately forecast revenue pipelines while maintaining exceptional Salesforce hygiene and regional visibility • Understand unique client business goals and design modern security solutions that mitigate risk exposure • Prepare and demonstrate sophisticated product capabilities, illustrating key technical features, benefits, and applicable use cases • Elevate customer conversations from immediate point-in-time problems to broader strategic discussions  • Possess the ability to source qualified opportunities independently and manage the sales cycle from opportunity identification to closure • Maintain strong relationships with clients to  • Work side-by-side with delivery teams and external partners  as an SME to secure future business and retire collective vertical goals • Serve as an active conduit between prospects, clients, and internal business units to communicate essential technical enhancements • Represent the organization with confidence and clear intent at high-profile security conferences, trade shows, and community industry events and on appropriate social media platforms Qualifications:  • Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of sales, account management, engineering, information technology, cybersecurity, military and/or public safety • OR 8+ years experience in sales, account management, engineering, information technology, cybersecurity, military and/or public safety   • Possession of globally recognized security certifications such as CISM, CISSP, CISA, CEH, or Security+ preferred  • Demonstrated sales experience with recognized cybersecurity frameworks like FedRAMP, GovRAMP, and CMMC. • Demonstrated knowledge of federal & state/local procurement processes and strategies • Experience coordinating and writing responses to solicitations for services • Previous background collaborating directly with technical deployment engineers or risk management consulting practices • Strong communication skills to effectively present complex security concepts, financial returns, and risk models to Directors and Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) • Ability to navigate multivariate, long-cycle enterprise deals using target account selling or formal consultative sales methodologies • Vertical-Alignment Strategy to operate productively and independently across the United States with a willingness to travel up to 25% of the time Location/Travel: • Preferred candidates will reside in the United States • Expected to travel within the United States and assigned territory up to 25-50% of the time Target Base Salary Range: $100,000 - $120,000 USD Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. #LI-KF2 Basic Requirements • Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of sales, account management, engineering, information technology, cybersecurity, military and/or public safety • OR 8+ years experience in sales, account management, engineering, information technology, cybersecurity, military and/or public safety   Travel Requirements 25-50% Relocation Provided None Position Type Experienced Referral Payment Plan Yes Our U.S. Benefits include: • Incentive Bonus Plans • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits • 401K with Company Match • 10 Paid Holidays • Generous Paid Time Off Packages • Employee Stock Purchase Plan • Paid Parental & Family Leave • and more! EEO Statement Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.  We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team. We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this  Reasonable Accommodations Form  so we can assist you.

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