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Microsoft Israel

Israel's defense and national security organizations are undergoing one of the most demanding technology transformations in the world — where cloud, AI, and cybersecurity are not IT projects but operational imperatives. This role sits at the center of that transformation. As Strategic Account Executive for Defense, you will lead Microsoft's business relationship with a portfolio of Israel's most strategic defense customers.

Synthesizes business insights and orchestrates global teams across the organization to deliver alternative solutions while applying deep expertise and thought leadership. Acts as a "virtual Chief Technical Officer" to provide Account Thought leadership, leverage deep knowledge of Microsoft's solutions, industry, and customer needs, and acts as the voice of the customer, industry, and team. Leads technology strategy formulation by leading alignment of customer needs and technology solutions, execution of technology strategy/digital transformation, creation of mid- to long-term technical roadmaps, and translation of customer business objectives.

Leads discussions with stakeholders and decision makers for high-value customers to identify, qualify, and accelerate sales opportunities. Leads collaborations with others on whitespace analysis and leverages expertise to identify and capitalize on business opportunities and market gaps within the assigned market domain, utilizing AI-driven market intelligence tools to assess trends and insights. Synthesizes evaluation of the solution area(s) and market to strategically align sales plays with complex customer priorities and outcomes, incorporating AI-driven predictive analytics to forecast future market needs.

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