Public Sector Account Manager Jobs

Public Sector Account Manager jobs are open across government technology, defense contracting, and public health sectors, with roles from associate account manager to director of strategic accounts, covering specializations in federal, state, and local agency sales. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles338+
Top stateVirginia
Top employerAmazon Web Services
Top cityMcLean, VA
Work type46% Remote
Top industryTechnology

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Channel Marketing Manager, Public Sector
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Channel Marketing Manager, Public Sector
AMD
Austin, Texas
Growth Marketing
Marketing
Product Marketing
Bachelor's degree in communications
5,001-10,000

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Senior Analyst, Technical Customer Manager - Public Sector
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Senior Analyst, Technical Customer Manager - Public Sector
Qualtrics
Provo, Utah
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in engineering
5,001-10,000

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Analyst, Technical Customer Manager - Public Sector
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Analyst, Technical Customer Manager - Public Sector
Qualtrics
Provo, Utah
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in engineering
5,001-10,000

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Business Analyst - Public Sector
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Business Analyst - Public Sector
Speridian Technologies
Albuquerque, New Mexico
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree in business administration
501-1,000

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Senior Account Executive - Public Sector (SLED West)
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Senior Account Executive - Public Sector (SLED West)
New Relic
Los Angeles, California
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
$285k - $320k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Public Sector Account Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Amazon Web Services19
  • Google15
  • Databricks15
  • Salesforce12
  • Nutanix11

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software24
  • Consulting & Professional Services5
  • Electronics & Hardware2
  • Manufacturing1
  • Accounting & Auditing1

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in public sector account manager jobs.

  • Five or more years of enterprise or government account management experience
  • Demonstrated experience managing federal, state, or local government client relationships
  • Familiarity with government procurement processes including RFPs, task orders, and BPAs
  • Proficiency with CRM platforms to manage pipeline and forecast government contract renewals
  • Active security clearance or ability to obtain one preferred for defense and intelligence accounts
  • Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, or a related field

Tips for Your Public Sector Account Manager Job Search

Tailor your resume to procurement cycles

Public sector buyers operate on fiscal year budgets and formal procurement timelines. Reframe your resume achievements around contract renewals, RFP responses, and multi-year agreement wins rather than standard quota attainment language that hiring managers in this space may discount.

Highlight agency-specific relationship experience

Federal, state, and local agencies each have distinct decision-making structures. Call out the specific agency types you have sold into, whether civilian federal, defense, county government, or municipal, so recruiters can quickly assess your fit for the accounts they need covered.

Obtain a relevant public sector certification

Certifications like Certified Federal Sales Professional or ITIL foundations signal familiarity with government technology environments. Listings at the mid and senior level frequently require or strongly prefer candidates who have already cleared a basic credentialing bar before the interview stage.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists public sector account manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare a past performance narrative for interviews

Public sector hiring panels care about past performance the way a contracting officer does. Walk into every interview ready to describe a specific contract you protected or expanded, the stakeholder map you managed, and how the renewal or upsell was structured within procurement rules.

Negotiate total compensation beyond base salary

Public sector account manager offers often include variable components tied to contract value thresholds rather than individual quota. Ask directly how the commission structure handles multi-year contracts, agency blanket purchase agreements, and deals that close outside a standard quarter boundary.

Public Sector Account Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most public sector account managers?

Amazon Web Services, Google, and Databricks are hiring the most public sector account managers right now, with openings concentrated in Virginia, District of Columbia, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially strong at technology vendors and managed service providers with active government contracts.

How many public sector account manager jobs are remote?

About 88% of public sector account manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by agency type. Roles supporting civilian federal and state technology contracts tend to offer more remote flexibility than those tied to cleared defense programs, which typically require on-site presence at government facilities.

How do you become a public sector account manager?

Start by building a foundation in B2B or enterprise sales, then move into roles that touch government clients or defense contractors. Develop familiarity with procurement vehicles like GSA schedules and IDIQs, earn a relevant certification such as Certified Federal Sales Professional, and demonstrate you can manage long sales cycles with multiple stakeholders across a government agency.

Can you get hired as a public sector account manager with little experience?

Yes, entry-level and associate-level public sector account manager roles exist, particularly at technology vendors building out their government sales teams. Focus on any experience you have with government clients, nonprofit organizations, or institutional buyers. Internships with contractors, familiarity with procurement terminology, and a demonstrated ability to manage complex relationships all help compensate for limited direct experience.

What does the public sector account manager interview process look like?

Most processes run three to four rounds. An initial recruiter screen is followed by a hiring manager conversation focused on your government sales background and specific agency experience. A panel interview with cross-functional stakeholders, often including a solutions engineer or delivery lead, typically comes next. Final rounds frequently include a written presentation or case study built around a realistic public sector account scenario.

Where can I find and apply to public sector account manager jobs?

You can find and apply to public sector account manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and apply directly to each listing.

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