Company Overview

We’re a leading cybersecurity services provider specializing in advanced threat detection, vulnerability management, and comprehensive security solutions for Federal Civil agencies, Department of Defense (DoD), and State, Local, and Education (SLED) markets. As an SBA 8(a) certified firm, we are committed to delivering mission-critical cybersecurity services that protect our nation's most sensitive infrastructure.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Chief Revenue Officer / Business Development Manager to drive revenue growth and expand our market presence within the Federal Civil, DoD, and SLED sectors. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully developing and executing strategic business development initiatives in the government cybersecurity market, with deep expertise in XDR/EDR, vulnerability management, and penetration testing services.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Business Development

Develop and execute comprehensive business development strategies targeting Federal Civil agencies, DoD, and SLED markets
Identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities in cybersecurity services including XDR/EDR, vulnerability management, and penetration testing
Build and maintain strategic partnerships with prime contractors, technology vendors, and government agencies
Leverage SBA 8(a) certification to maximize contracting opportunities and competitive advantages

Sales & Revenue Generation

Drive revenue growth through strategic account management and new customer acquisition
Manage complex sales cycles from lead generation through contract execution
Develop pricing strategies and proposals that align with government procurement requirements
Meet and exceed annual revenue targets and business development KPIs

Proposal & Contract Management

Lead RFP and RFI response processes, ensuring compliance with government requirements
Collaborate with technical teams to develop compelling proposals and capability statements
Manage the entire proposal lifecycle including opportunity qualification, solution development, and submission
Negotiate contract terms and conditions with government clients and prime contractors

Market Intelligence & Analysis

Monitor government contracting opportunities and market trends in cybersecurity
Analyze competitive landscape and positioning within target markets
Maintain deep knowledge of Federal acquisition regulations and procurement processes
Stay current on cybersecurity threats, technologies, and government initiatives

CRM & Lead Management

Utilize CRM platforms (Salesforce, Zoho) to manage pipeline, track opportunities, and generate reports
Leverage lead generation tools including Govwin, Ezgovopps, D&B, Listkits, and Apollo for opportunity identification
Maintain accurate forecasting and pipeline management
Implement and optimize sales processes and methodologies

Team Leadership & Collaboration

Work closely with technical delivery teams to ensure solution alignment with customer requirements
Collaborate with marketing teams on campaign development and lead generation strategies
Mentor and develop junior business development staff
Interface with executive leadership on strategic planning and market expansion

Required Qualifications

Experience & Background

Minimum 10 years of business development experience in government contracting
Proven track record selling cybersecurity services to Federal Civil agencies, DoD, and SLED markets
Extensive experience with the SBA 8(a) program and small business contracting vehicles
Demonstrated success in managing complex government sales cycles exceeding $1M

Technical Knowledge

Deep understanding of cybersecurity services, including:
Extended Detection and Response (XDR) and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)
Vulnerability management and assessment
Penetration testing and ethical hacking
Security Operations Center (SOC) services
Incident response and forensics
Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, FedRAMP, FISMA, etc.)
Understanding of government compliance requirements and security standards

Systems & Tools Proficiency

Expert-level proficiency with CRM platforms (Salesforce or Zoho required)
Demonstrated experience with government lead generation tools:
Govwin
Ezgovopps
Dun & Bradstreet (D&B) Hoovers
Listkits and Apollo
Proficiency with proposal development tools and government databases (SAM.gov, etc.)

Government Contracting Expertise

Comprehensive knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
Experience with government contracting vehicles (GSA Schedules, CIO-SP3, SeaPort-e, OASIS, etc.)
Understanding of small business contracting programs and set-aside opportunities
Proven ability to navigate RFP/RFI processes and develop winning proposals

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA preferred
Active security clearance (Secret or higher)
Professional certifications in sales, cybersecurity, or project management
Experience with Agile/DevSecOps methodologies
Government contracting certification (NCMA, DAWIA, etc.)
Established relationships within target government agencies
Experience with international government markets

Success Metrics

Achievement of annual revenue targets ($X-$Y million)
New customer acquisition rates
Pipeline development and conversion ratios
Proposal wins rates and competitive positioning
Customer satisfaction and retention rates
Market share growth within target sectors

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
Performance-based bonus structure with uncapped earning potential
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company matching
Flexible PTO policy
Professional development and training opportunities

Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: From $135,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

Alexandria, VA 22314 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

Alexandria, VA 22314: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

25% (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Alexandria, VA 22314

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