Vice President, General Manager – Navy and Marine Corp Business

General Dynamics Information Technology

. Lead GDIT's Navy and Marine Corps Business Area .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $279,718 - $345,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading large-scale business operations within the Defense sector, focusing on strategic growth, financial management, and client relationship building. Proven ability to engage with C-suite leaders and drive high-performance teams in complex environments.

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Business Area Operations ManagementStrategic Growth InitiativesClient Relationship ManagementProfit and Loss AccountabilityDefense Sector Experience

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Hard Skills

Program LeadershipFinancial ManagementProposal PreparationCosting AnalysisAgile Software DevelopmentCloud SolutionsAI/ML ManagementCybersecurity SolutionsPortfolio Growth StrategiesNational Vetting and Targeting

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam MotivationClient Satisfaction FocusC-Suite EngagementCultural Leadership

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

Navy and Marine CorpsDefense MarketCorporate RegulationsGovernment StandardsBusiness Strategy Alignment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead GDIT's Navy and Marine Corps Business Area
Implement strategic and tactical plans to grow the Business Area, which has annual revenues exceeding $700 million
Set business strategy in alignment with Defense Division goals
Oversee the portfolio's strategic direction and operational plans
Manage finances with full profit and loss accountability
Provide customer and technical guidance while maintaining client and employee satisfaction
Use cloud, infrastructure, application development and related services to enhance client value
Drive growth, secure a robust book-to-bill ratio, win re-competes and achieve year-over-year new business expansion
Ensure activities align with Division and Company strategic goals
Build and lead a high-quality delivery team focused on financial outcomes and client relationships
Foster a culture reflecting GDIT values
Travel 25–50%; if not based in Chesapeake, significant travel of 50–75% is required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in information technology, business, or related discipline
10+ years of experience leading programs or portfolios of similar size or complexity
Active Secret Clearance
US Citizenship required
Extensive experience with Defense clients, including national vetting and targeting
Skilled in managing Business Area operations and strategy
Experience leading large-scale ($300M+) new business growth initiatives
Track record of success growing portfolios in support of the Navy and Marine Corps
Ability to engage effectively with C-suite leaders
Ability to motivate teams to sustain high performance under pressure
Clear verbal and written communication for customer and board-level briefings
Ability to travel
Master's degree preferred, not required
Long-standing working relationships with current leaders and decision makers in the US Navy and Marine Corps preferred
Experience managing leaders in AI/ML, Cyber and Cloud Solutions preferred
Experience with Agile Software Development preferred
Proposal preparation and costing/pricing analysis skills preferred
Knowledge of relevant corporate and government regulations and standards preferred
Experience serving the broader Defense market preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
Vision plan options
401(k) plan with company match
Full flex work weeks where possible
Paid time off, including vacation, sick and personal time
Paid holidays
Paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
Short- and long-term disability benefits
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Personal accident insurance
Critical illness insurance
Business travel and accident insurance
AI-powered career tool identifying career steps and learning opportunities
Internal mobility team focused on career goals
Award-winning culture of innovation
Military-friendly workplace
Competitive pay