Account Director Law Enforcement

The Opportunity

Join Adobe's Federal Government team as we transform how America's frontline defenders operate. You'll drive digital transformation initiatives for the Department of Defense.

Our enterprise-grade, FedRAMP-authorized solutions enable these critical agencies to streamline operations, enhance inter-agency collaboration, and improve mission outcomes through secure document management, digital workflows, and advanced analytics platforms.

What you'll be doing

Strategic Account Leadership

• Develop and execute comprehensive business plans for DOD accounts, aligning Adobe's digital transformation capabilities with agency mission priorities
• Build and maintain C-suite relationships with Senior Executive Service (SES) leaders, CIOs, and mission-critical program directors
• Drive revenue growth through strategic account expansion and new solution adoption

Mission-Focused Solution Selling

• Translate complex technical capabilities into clear business value propositions that resonate with law enforcement and border security executives
• Conduct ROI analysis demonstrating how Adobe solutions enhance operational efficiency, improve inter-agency coordination, and strengthen national security outcomes
• Lead cross-functional teams including presales engineers, solution consultants, and partner managers to deliver comprehensive proposals

Enterprise Sales Excellence

• Manage complex, multi-million dollar contract negotiations involving procurement regulations, security requirements, and compliance mandates
• Maintain accurate pipeline forecasting and provide strategic insights to senior leadership
• Navigate federal acquisition processes including GSA schedules, SEWP contracts, and agency-specific procurement vehicles

Security & Compliance Leadership

• Ensure all solutions meet stringent federal security requirements including FedRAMP, FISMA, and agency-specific ATOs
• Collaborate with Adobe's security and compliance teams to address unique law enforcement data handling requirements
• Maintain current knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks and emerging threats

What You Will Need

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA from accredited institution preferred
• 7+ years of enterprise software sales experience within federal DOD agencies
• Proven track record selling to DOD agencies
• Active federal security clearance (Secret minimum; Top Secret/SCI strongly preferred)

Technical & Sales Expertise

• Demonstrated proficiency in consultative sales methodologies (Challenger, Value Selling, SPIN, etc.)
• Experience with cloud technologies, particularly SaaS solutions in federal environments
• Understanding of federal IT modernization initiatives and digital transformation priorities
• Knowledge of federal procurement processes and contract vehicles

Leadership & Communication

• Exceptional executive presence with ability to influence without authority
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including presentation abilities
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and complex stakeholder relationships
• Cultural competency working within federal law enforcement communities

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience with Adobe products or document management solutions
• Background in cybersecurity, data analytics, or workflow automation
• Understanding of immigration law, border security operations, or law enforcement processes
• Experience with federal modernization programs (FITARA, CIO Council initiatives, etc.)

Security Requirements

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and able to pass comprehensive background investigations.

About Adobe

Adobe empowers everyone to create through innovative platforms and tools that unleash creativity, productivity and personalized customer experiences. Adobe’s industry-leading offerings including Adobe Acrobat Studio, Adobe Express, Adobe Firefly, Creative Cloud, Adobe Experience Platform, Adobe Experience Manager, and GenStudio enable people and businesses to turn ideas into impact, powered by AI and driven by human ingenuity.

Our 30,000+ employees worldwide are creating the future and raising the bar as we drive the next decade of growth. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. At Adobe, we believe that great ideas can come from anywhere in the organization. The next big idea could be yours. 

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Our interviews are designed to reflect your own skills and thinking. The use of AI or recording tools during live interviews is not permitted unless explicitly invited by the interviewer or approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation. If these tools are used inappropriately or in a way that misrepresents your work, your application may not move forward in the process.

At Adobe, we empower employees to innovate with AI — and we look for candidates eager to do the same. As part of the hiring experience, we provide clear guidance on where AI is encouraged during the process and where it’s restricted during live interviews. See how we think about AI in the hiring experience.

 

Expected Pay Range:

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several  U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $270,700 -- $446,000 annually. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.

 




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In addition, certain roles may be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of a new hire equity award.

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California:

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Colorado:

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Massachusetts:

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