Federal Sales & Program Growth Manager — TS/SCI

020 Cisco Systems, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 180,000 - 262,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking a Sales Business Development Manager for the Federal Sales PMO to drive National Security Operations programs. You will manage cross-functional teams, liaise with USG customers, and ensure compliance with FAR/DFAR while delivering on strategic agreements.

The role requires a strong blend of program management and government contracting experience, with direct customer engagement in government settings and the ability to relocate to the Territory as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Federal Government Project/Program Management experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Communicate directly with the customer on the government domain.
• Experience leading on site customer meetings at government facilities.
• Candidate must reside in VA or MD based on client locations.
• Proven knowledge of US government/military contracting regulations and processes (FAR/DFAR).
• PMP or DAWIA certification (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing contract and program management policies, procedures, standards and best industry practices.
• Providing leadership and direction to project managers and teams, ensuring that they have the resources and support vital to deliver successful projects.
• Review progress and identify potential risks.
• Develop and implement mitigation strategies to address contractual risks and issues.
• Facilitating communication between cross-organizational and functional teams, collaborators, and the customer.
• Providing regular status updates and contractual/programmatic reports to senior management and USG customers.
• Leading program reviews to evaluate performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborating with other functional areas of the organization to ensure alignment and integration of strategic/sales activities.
• Leading continuous improvement efforts to improve program management processes and tools.

Skills

Program management

Gov contracting

Communication

Problem-solving

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

PMP

DAWIA

Job description

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking a Sales Business Development Manager for the Federal Sales PMO to drive National Security Operations programs. You will manage cross-functional teams, liaise with USG customers, and ensure compliance with FAR/DFAR while delivering on strategic agreements.

The role requires a strong blend of program management and government contracting experience, with direct customer engagement in government settings and the ability to relocate to the Territory as needed.