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Federal Business Development Manager

RemoteRemoteFull TimeManager / Head$145,000–$175,000 /yrPosted 1 month agoHidden Gem · Himalayas

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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
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