
Federal Business Development Manager
Required skills
- federal business development
- capture management
- federal IT sales
- government contractor
- federal acquisition processes
- federal contract vehicles
- federal agency stakeholders
- federal IT decision-makers
- influencers
- program stakeholders
Nice to have
- cybersecurity
- related technology solutions
Role summary
We are seeking a Federal Business Development Manager to drive growth through new federal business opportunities. This sales-focused role requires 8+ years of experience in federal business development, capture management, or federal IT sales within a government contractor. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated, current relationships with federal IT decision-makers and influencers, a proven track record of securing pre-RFP engagements and influencing acquisition strategies, and a strong understanding of federal acquisition processes and vehicles. Experience in cybersecurity or related technology solutions is preferred. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills are essential.
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
Originally posted on Himalayas
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