Account Manager (Higher Education)

TL;DR

Account Manager (Networking/SLED): Leading and growing the Higher Education and State Government business across Colorado and Wyoming with an accent on strategic technology initiatives and HPE Networking solutions. Focus on driving long-term relationships, navigating complex public sector procurement, and implementing AI/edge infrastructure.

Location: Remote (United States); primarily working from home while covering the Colorado and Wyoming territories.

Salary: Annual Salary USD 204,500 - 397,500

Company

hirify.global is a global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work by helping organizations connect, protect, and analyze their data.

What you will do

• Serve as the primary account lead and trusted advisor for state government and higher-education customers in Colorado and Wyoming.
• Develop and execute multi-year account plans focused on network modernization, cloud enablement, and AI/edge infrastructure.
• Manage full-cycle sales efforts, from discovery through close, including the navigation of complex RFP/RFQ cycles.
• Collaborate with SEs, channel partners, and distributors to deliver comprehensive networking and security solutions.
• Build and maintain senior IT and executive relationships to ensure customer satisfaction and long-term loyalty.

Requirements

• 5–10 years of experience in technology sales or account management.
• Strong understanding of networking technologies, including data center switching, WAN, Wi-Fi, and security.
• Proven ability to manage complex accounts and multi-stakeholder selling cycles.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Must be based in the United States to support the designated regional territories.

Nice to have

• Experience selling into SLED, public sector, or higher education markets.
• Experience with HPE Networking, Aruba, Cisco, Juniper, or similar vendors.
• Familiarity with HPE GreenLake or other consumption-based as-a-service (aaS) models.
• Knowledge of higher-education procurement cycles and grant-based budget planning.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive suite of benefits supporting physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.
• Dedicated investment in personal and professional development with career growth programs.
• Unconditionally inclusive culture that values diverse backgrounds and individual uniqueness.
• Flexibility to manage work and personal needs within a remote-first arrangement.