AT&T

Sales Manager III (Government)

AT&T$122K — $183K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6-8 years of US Federal sales experience with knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) process
  • Eligibility for DoW Secret/Top Secret security clearance
  • Located in the Washington, DC area, with office presence required in Chantilly, VA
  • Demonstrated success managing large enterprise Federal accounts
  • Proven sales leader with knowledge of sales principles and methodologies

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a high-performing sales team
  • Execute account and sales strategies to drive revenue and market share growth
  • Build and maintain strategic relationships with executive-level customers
  • Manage complex accounts ensuring profitable growth
  • Drive the full sales lifecycle across products and solutions

Benefits

  • Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • Paid Parental and Caregiver Leave
  • Adoption Reimbursement
  • Disability Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Employee discounts on AT&T services
Full Job Description

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 3 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted.

The Sales Manager for DISA, 4th Estate Agencies, and the Department of Energy is a critical leadership role within AT&T Public Sector, responsible for managing a team of sales and business development professionals to drive growth and customer success across these federal portfolios.

Responsibilities:

·Lead the team in proactive pipeline development, identifying and advancing high-value opportunities in Voice, Data, AI, security, and advanced networking for DISA, 4th Estate, and DOE.

·Build and execute strategic account plans tailored to each agency’s mission, technology, and acquisition priorities—including modernization, cyber resilience, and digital workforce enablement.

·Oversee capture activities from early engagement to deal closure, collaborating cross-functionally to deliver innovative AT&T solutions, exceed sales targets, and ensure seamless execution.

·Foster executive relationships, represent AT&T at industry events, and use market intelligence and AI-powered tools to enhance forecasting and competitive positioning.

The DISA, 4th Estate, and DOE Sales Manager serves as a trusted advisor and customer advocate, promoting innovative AT&T technologies—including FutureG, DirecttoDevice, IoT, and AI—to support mission outcomes. Success in this role requires strong federal sales experience, knowledge of federal contracting and sales methodologies, the ability to manage complex technology solutions, and a proven record of exceeding sales targets through collaboration with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Lead, coach, and develop a highperforming sales team & culture, providing ongoing guidance, feedback, training and performance optimization.

  • Implement regular account reviews, sales plan coaching sessions and performance reviews to foster a high-performance sales culture.

  • Develop and execute account and sales strategies to drive new revenue, expand existing accounts, and increase market share.

  • Build and maintain key strategic and trusted relationships with executive-level customers; executivelevel customers; lead negotiations and resolve complex customer issues.

  • Manage a portfolio of complex accounts, ensuring profitable growth and longterm customer success.

  • Drive and manage the full sales lifecycle across products and solutions, including Wireline and Wireless.

  • Build, qualify, and manage a robust sales pipeline in partnership with internal partner organizations. Ensure regular pipeline funnel reviews with all stakeholders.

  • Responsible for managing team’s overall Salesforce hygiene for designated customer pipeline on a weekly basis as well as monthly financial reporting with focus on net new sales and revenue forecasting.

  • Allocate and manage sales territories to ensure optimal coverage and opportunity capture.

  • Prepare business cases and proposals; demonstrate strong understanding of financial impacts and commitments.

  • Partner crossfunctionally and across markets to ensure coordinated, enterprisewide account management.

  • Apply consultative and strategic selling practices to understand customer needs and deliver missionaligned solutions.

  • Stay current on products, services, and market trends to effectively position solutions and guide the sales team.

  • Serve as escalation point for customer issues and ensure timely, effective resolution.

Required Clearance:

DoW Eligible (#clearable)

Additional Clearance Requirements:

DoW equivalent

Required Qualifications:

  • 68 years of US Federal sales experience, strong knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) procurement process

  • Currently holds or must be eligible for DoW Secret/Top Secret security clearance.

  • Washington, DC areabased position with required office presence in Chantilly, VA.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Strong knowledge of DISA, 4TH Estate, DOW customers.

  • Proficiency in AT&T solution portfolio and/or general technology background.

  • Demonstrated success managing large enterprise Federal accounts.

  • Proven sales leader with advanced knowledge of sales principles, methodologies, products, and services.

  • Demonstrated ability to independently manage large, complex sales opportunities with minimal supervision and broad strategic direction.

  • Experience owning and delivering against higherthanaverage sales quotas and/or complex territories.

  • Strong executive communication (written / verbal including PowerPoint presentations), analytical, and problemsolving skills; ability to leverage data and experience to drive results.

  • Deep understanding of customer mission requirements and alignment to AT&T and partner solutions.

  • Ability to coach, train, and mentor sales professionals, driving skill development and performance improvement.

  • Recognized subject matter expert in technical and solutionbased selling, including:

    • Advising customers on solution suitability based on technical and mission needs

    • Developing proposals, presentations, bids, pricing, and strategic sales plans

    • Collaborating with internal and external partners (e.g., engineering, design, solution teams) to develop integrated solutions

    • Researching customer industries and environments to identify new growth opportunities

  • Masters / Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) or 10+ years of related sales experience.

Our Sales Executives earna base salary between $122,000 - $183,000 + commission with a total target compensation of $197,000 - $258,000. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Caregiver Leave
  • Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
  • Adoption Reimbursement
  • Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
  • Life and Accidental Death Insurance
  • Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Extensive employee wellness programs
  • Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone
Our Sales Manager-3 jobs earn between $122,000.00 - $183,000.00 + commission $75,000 . Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:


  • Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on data of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company designated holidays)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Caregiver Leave
  • Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
  • Adoption Reimbursement
  • Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
  • Life and Accidental Death Insurance
  • Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Extensive employee wellness programs
  • Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Chantilly, Virginia

Salary Range:

$122,000.00 - $183,000.00

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Net Income
-$5.1 billion
Founded
1983
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Revenue
$171.7 billion
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