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Agile Defense

Director of Business Development – DHS

Agile Defense

. Identify, qualify, and shape new business opportunities in the Federal Civilian market aligned with Agile Defense’s strategic objectives .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeMcLean • Virginia • United StatesLead💰 $160,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in business development and capture strategies within the Federal Civilian market, with a strong focus on building relationships and driving opportunities. Proficient in utilizing market intelligence and CRM tools to inform strategic decision-making and enhance competitive positioning.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Business DevelopmentFederal Procurement ProcessesCRM ToolsMarket AnalysisRelationship Building

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Hard Skills
Business DevelopmentCapture StrategiesOpportunity ShapingMarket ResearchCompetitive Analysis
Soft Skills
Relationship BuildingStrategic ThinkingCollaborationCommunication
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft SuiteSalesforceBusiness Intelligence Tools
Industry Keywords
Federal Civilian MarketGovernment ContractingDHSDOJLaw-Enforcement Agencies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Identify, qualify, and shape new business opportunities in the Federal Civilian market aligned with Agile Defense’s strategic objectives
  • Develop and maintain trusted relationships with senior leaders across Federal Civilian agencies
  • Create strategic account and customer call plans focused on growth and new market penetration
  • Conduct competitive and market analysis to guide business development strategies
  • Monitor industry trends and competitor activities through Business Intelligence tools and brief leadership on key developments
  • Lead responses to Requests for Information (RFIs) and other early-phase business development deliverables
  • Participate in and represent Agile Defense at industry events, conferences, symposia, and trade shows
  • Generate innovative solutions to meet emerging customer requirements
  • Develop teaming strategies and identify potential partners to strengthen Agile Defense’s competitive positioning
  • Collaborate across capture, pricing, solution, and delivery teams to shape opportunities for success
  • Provide strategic updates on opportunity pipelines and recommend actions based on market intelligence and customer feedback

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 7–10 years of experience in business development, capture, or opportunity shaping within the Federal Civilian and/or Intelligence community
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred, or substituted with additional years of experience
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
  • Strong understanding of Federal procurement processes, government contracting, and competitive landscape
  • Ability to build relationships, develop strategies, and drive opportunities independently and as part of a team
  • Experience pursuing and winning work within DHS, DOJ, and law-enforcement agencies preferred
  • Familiarity with CRM tools such as Salesforce and market research platforms preferred
  • Ability to travel 10%–20%

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Hybrid work arrangement
  • 10%-20% travel possible
  • Equal Opportunity Employer
  • Protected Veterans employer
  • Employer welcoming Individuals with Disabilities