- Salary
- $145k – $175k/yr
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Workplace
- Remote
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Client Opportunities
- Seniority
- Manager
- Source
- Lever
Description
Position Overview
We are seeking a Federal Business Development Manager to join their expanding team. This is a newly created, sales-focused role designed to drive growth through new federal business opportunities.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in federal IT sales and business development, with experience in cybersecurity or related technology solutions. This individual will play a key role in expanding our footprint beyond its established presence and into additional federal agencies.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify, develop, and capture new federal IT business opportunities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with federal agency stakeholders, buyers, and influencers
- Drive early engagement activities, including securing pre-RFP meetings and shaping acquisition strategies
- Support and influence contract pursuits, including prime awards, task orders, and contract vehicle access
- Collaborate internally to align sales strategies with the companies technical capabilities and offerings
Required Qualifications
- 8+ years of progressive experience in federal business development, capture management, or federal IT sales within a government contractor
- Demonstrated, current relationships with federal IT decision-makers and influencers
Proven track record of:
- Securing and leading pre-RFP engagements with program and acquisition stakeholders
- Influencing acquisition strategies and contract pathways
- Contributing to or leading successful federal contract wins (e.g., prime awards, major task orders, or contract vehicle on-ramps)
- Strong understanding of federal acquisition processes and vehicles
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
Skills
Cybersecurity