Federal Sales & Program Lead (TS/SCI) for NSO/PMO

Cisco Systems, Inc.; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 180,000 - 228,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking a Sales Business Development Manager within the Cisco Federal Sales PMO. The role focuses on cross-functional delivery, government contracting, and program management support for NSO initiatives.

The candidate will balance customer, sales, and business needs, lead program reviews, and ensure alignment with FAR/DFAR regulations. Requires active TS/SCI clearance and 4 days onsite minimum, with residency in VA or MD per locations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Federal Government Project/Program Management experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• 4 days onsite minimum required.
• Direct communication with the customer on the government domain.
• Experience leading on-site customer meetings at government facilities; residence in VA or MD per client locations.
• Knowledge of US government/military contracting regulations (FAR/DFAR).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement contract and program management policies and best practices.
• Provide leadership and direction to project managers and teams.
• Review progress and identify potential risks.
• Develop mitigation strategies for contractual risks and issues.
• Facilitate communication between cross-organizational teams and the customer.
• Provide regular status updates and reports to senior management and USG customers.
• Lead program reviews to evaluate performance and identify improvements.
• Collaborate with other functional areas to align strategic/sales activities.
• Lead continuous improvement of program management processes and tools.

Skills

Program management

Government contracting

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Artificial Intelligence tools

Job description

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking a Sales Business Development Manager within the Cisco Federal Sales PMO. The role focuses on cross-functional delivery, government contracting, and program management support for NSO initiatives.

The candidate will balance customer, sales, and business needs, lead program reviews, and ensure alignment with FAR/DFAR regulations. Requires active TS/SCI clearance and 4 days onsite minimum, with residency in VA or MD per locations.