Peraton

Senior Associate, Account Executive

Peraton
Posted 10/20/2026full-timeReston • Virginia • United StatesSenior💰 $66,000 - $106,000 per yearWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Salesforce pipeline management, data analysis, and executive communication. Proficient in leveraging Microsoft 365 tools and AI technologies to enhance workflow efficiency and support strategic initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Salesforce Pipeline ManagementMicrosoft 365 Suite ProficiencyData Analysis and ReportingStrong Written and Verbal CommunicationAttention to Detail

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Own the accuracy and currency of the Salesforce pipeline
  • Enter, update, and QA opportunity data
  • Research, draft, and design executive presentations and briefing materials
  • Monitor federal health procurements, agency announcements, and competitor activity
  • Distill market and competitive intelligence into concise summaries
  • Prepare meeting agendas and capture action items
  • Track follow-through for internal strategy sessions and external client engagements
  • Assist with proposal logistics, event planning, data pulls, reporting, and other duties
  • Leverage Microsoft 365 Copilot, generative AI tools, and automation to streamline workflows, analyze data, and produce deliverables
  • Support opportunity identification, capture, and proposal activities
  • Progress toward greater ownership of capture support, client-facing interactions, competitive assessments, revenue targets, client relationships, and strategic growth initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 2 years with BS/BA, 0 years with MS/MA
  • 6 years of experience with HS Diploma/equivalent can be considered in lieu of a degree
  • Demonstrated familiarity with Microsoft 365 suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
  • Comfort adopting AI/automation tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar)
  • Willingness and ability to learn Salesforce for pipeline and opportunity management
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Attention to detail in executive-level materials
  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Eligible to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance
  • Willing to travel up to 25% as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive compensation
  • Comprehensive benefits
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Mentorship from experienced Business Development and Account Management professionals
  • Hands-on exposure to the full BD lifecycle
  • Professional development resources
  • Tuition assistance
  • Clear paths for career growth
  • Structured mentorship
  • Regular performance feedback
  • Individualized development plan
  • Potential selection for Peraton’s BD Development Program or cross-functional rotations

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Hard Skills
Data EntryOpportunity ManagementMarket ResearchCompetitive IntelligenceProposal LogisticsEvent PlanningQA Opportunity DataMeeting Agenda PreparationAction Item TrackingClient Engagement
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsAttention to DetailAdaptabilityTeam CollaborationProblem-Solving
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft 365 CopilotGenerative AI ToolsSalesforceMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft Teams
Certifications & Qualifications
U.S. Government Security Clearance Eligibility
Industry Keywords
Federal Health ProcurementsCompetitive AssessmentsClient RelationshipsStrategic Growth InitiativesOpportunity Identification