Director Business Development and Capture Management - Law Enforcement Herndon, VA Posted today

We are seeking a dynamic Director of Business Development and Capture for our Emerging Markets Group (EMG). This role demands a highly motivated, self-starting individual who can drive growth across the full business development lifecycle – identification, capture management, solutions development, proposal writing/reviewing, and post-award handoff.

The Director will focus on differentiated high-end IT and technology solutions (cyber, cloud engineering), software development, digital automation (RPA, AI, ML), and related mission support services for Federal Law Enforcement agencies. Reporting to the Vice President of Business Development for EMG, you will spearhead efforts to expand Akima’s client base, retain expiring programs, penetrate new markets, and win new business.

The ideal candidate will possess deep relationships and demonstrated experience with Federal Law Enforcement – particularly the Department of Justice (DOJ) and its components (e.g., FBI, DEA, ATF, USMS) – as well as adjacent mission areas involving fraud, financial crimes, transnational organized crime and other illicit activity investigations within ICE/HSI, Treasury, IRS, SEC, and related agencies. Successful experience winning work on the FBI’s legacy IT Supplies and Support Services (ITSSS) contract is highly valued as this role will be critical in maximizing Akima’s recently awarded position on the follow-on ITSSS-2 BPA.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a pipeline of opportunities that align with EMG’s growth markets

• Lead new business pursuits across the BD lifecycle – from client engagement through capture and proposal submission – focused on key technology solutions that drive step-function growth by maximally leveraging Akima’s complete portfolio.

• Establish, nurture, and expand close relationships with existing and prospective customers, internal stakeholders, industry partners, and market influencers.

• Develop and execute customer call plans, assess the competitive and market landscape, and implement differentiated win strategies.

• Represent Akima at industry groups, professional societies, conferences and trade events, and other outreach and networking events.

• Respond to Government market research inquiries (e.g. RFIs, Sources Sought Notices, etc.)

• Shape acquisition strategies using client relationships, company capabilities and experience, white papers, partners, and contracting vehicles.

• Leveraging strong business acumen, lead internal gate reviews, develop capture strategies, and prepare business cases for new opportunities.

• Support negotiation of teaming agreement and contract discussions.

• Collaborate with technical, program, and proposal teams to design, review, and publish proposal responses.

• Contribute directly to proposal development (writing, reviewing, and color team participation).

• Ensure pipeline accuracy, including probability of win assessments, revenue projections, and inputs to budget/forecasting.

• Work with the company leaders (Presidents and General Managers) that you will support to ensure alignment with strategic objectives and drive business growth.

• Drive growth on Akima’s FBI ITSSS-2 BPA by identifying task order opportunities, strengthening relationships with FBI stakeholders, and leading targeted capture and proposal efforts to ensure sustained contract utilization and revenue expansion.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in a relevant discipline from an accredited university.

• Experience: 10-15 years of progressive business development experience in Federal contracting, preferably with some experience in the 8(a) and small business sectors of the Federal market.

• Proven Wins: A track record of winning new business with relevant Federal agencies. Achievements must include at least three IT, technology solutions, or mission support contract wins within the last three years, each with a minimum total contract value of $25M.

• Domain Knowledge: Robust experience in Federal IT and technology solutions, software development, digital automation, and/or related mission support services. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of advanced solutions that enhance investigative, enforcement, and intelligence effectiveness, including the use of meta-data collection and analysis for proactive threat detection.

• Market Knowledge: Established relationships and knowledge of decision makers, programs, and strategies within DOJ and related agencies.

• Statutory and Regulatory Expertise: Clear understanding of statutory and regulatory frameworks governing Federal law enforcement investigations, enforcement, and intelligence operations.

• Acquisition Expertise: Deep knowledge of the Federal procurement process, current acquisition trends, and customer buying behaviors.

• Strategic Growth: Demonstrated experience in market analysis, strategic planning, and capture leading to major contract awards.

• Leadership: Ability to lead interdisciplinary teams with varying levels of experience and manage multiple simultaneous captures under aggressive timelines.

• Skills: Exceptional communication, presentation, and proposal writing abilities; compelling sales presence; strong business acumen.

• Attributes: Strong work ethic, positive attitude, detail-oriented, adaptable, and thrives in an objective-driven environment.

• Technical Proficiency: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Other Requirements: Willingness and ability to travel as business dictates.

• This Hybrid position requires that you live within commuting distance from Herndon, VA

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima is not just another global enterprise and federal contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Akima, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, Akima provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, Akima delivers agile solutions in the core areas of facilities, maintenance, and repair; information technology; logistics; protective services; systems engineering; mission support; furniture, fixtures & equipment (FF&E); and construction.

As an Akima employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [email protected] or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).