Director, Business Development - Intel IT

Description The Director, Business Development for Intel IT is charged with identifying, developing, and qualifying information technology (IT) and digital modernization opportunities across the Intelligence Community primarily focused on the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA).  This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute to the breadth and depth of Leidos' business by driving growth in support of national security.    This leader will have accountability to shape and win new business through a balanced focus on customer engagement, customer value proposition development, assessment of the competitive environment, corporate solution advocacy, as well as promoting the Leidos brand in the corporation's best interests. The Business Development Director will actively participate in the identification and development of new opportunities, managing program captures, proposals, and strategic planning. The position will include contributing to growth strategy and business opportunities being solicited by our customers, as well developing and shaping new ideas and solutions to address problems facing them.  They will play a key role in defining technical solutions and competitive assessments. The Business Development Director will drive competitive assessments, build winning teammates and suppliers, craft position-to-win win themes; participate in bid and proposal activities, and contribute to the assigned cross-functional team, including customer engagement and shaping activities for the duration of the pursuit. They will partner with industry partners, technical Subject Matter Experts, operations line and functional leadership, and corporate BD and capture organizations to ensure strategy and approach are in-line with business goals. Travel will be on an as-needed basis.Primary ResponsibilitiesResponsible for identifying, developing and leading opportunity maturation and pursuit, to include management and execution through qualification and capture.  This includes DIA and the broader intelligence communityMust thrive in a dynamic and complex environment where they are responsible for the management and execution of the full life-cycle process across multiple simultaneous pursuits bring them into qualified opportunities able for captureIdentify gaps and emerging requirements, perform market and economic analysis, conduct business intelligence, design and execute customer engagement plans, shaping win themes, and work hand in hand with our marketing and comms teamsThe candidate is expected to exercise sound judgment within broadly defined practices and policies; regularly interact with all levels of management, functional POCs, staff, and customers; and display a high degree of tact and diplomacyCharacteristics for success include: excel at multi-tasking, familiarity with System Integrator business development process and practices, a business and technical vision; strategic thinking; analytical presentation and problem solving skills; the ability to gain internal support; and the ability to establish and maintain a solid working relationship with technical staff, managers, and peers.  Excellent written and oral communication skills are requiredBasic QualificationsBachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 15+ years of professional experienceStrong familiarity and relationships within DIA and related organizationsDemonstrated ability to develop a business growth pipeline across a heterogeneous portfolioA natural aptitude for strategic planning, financial analysis, business development and teamingDiplomatic, persuasive and articulate communication style to establish and maintain rapport with internal and external customers / partnersAptitude for milestone-based business development and capture process; to include opportunity identification, developing business cases, and capture managementProactive, superior attention to detail, project management, and organizational skillsBusiness acumen, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, reliability and sound judgmentPassion for personal accountability, achievement, learning and continual improvementAbility to articulate complex issues into succinct, cohesive summaries and presentationsStrong leadership and communications skillsTechnical background or operational experienceSuccessful track record of significant and successful pipeline development and/or capture accomplishment and associated win ratesSelf-starter and ability to manage time independently without direct supervisionThe ability to operate at the senior level and influence, negotiate and closeActive Top Secret security clearanceUS Citizenship requiredPreferred QualificationsA technical degree is desired or background in Information Technology and Cyber SecurityPrior experience managing teams in a dynamic environmentExperience with federal government budget, investments and acquisition processesAbility to gain internal support, operate independently with limited supervision and feedback, and establish a solid working relationship with technical staff, division managers, and peers across LeidosBusiness development / capture management familiarity within the Military industry baseBusiness Development and/or Capture experience with large Federal bids, particularly Defense department and Intelligence CommunityOriginal Posting:February 18, 2025For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $148,850.00 - $269,075.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Created: 2025-05-06