Sr. Capture Manager (Cyber Systems) - Washington D.C., District of Columbia

MissionHires; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MissionHires is seeking a Sr. Cyber Systems Capture Manager in Washington, DC to oversee capture processes for cryptographic security programs within the DoD and Intelligence Community. The candidate will engage in strategy formulation and lead proposal teams, ensuring high win probabilities through executive-level stakeholder management.

Requirements include 12+ years of experience in the relevant field, a Bachelor’s degree or higher, and an active SECRET security clearance. This position demands expert knowledge in Shipley capture processes and strong technical expertise in cryptographic systems.

Qualifications

• 12+ years relevant experience, or 10+ years with a Graduate degree/MBA.
• Active SECRET clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI.
• Proven record winning competitive captures within DoD or Intelligence Community.

Responsibilities

• Lead full capture lifecycle using Shipley methodology.
• Develop competitive bid strategies including Price-to-Win analysis.
• Build and strengthen senior relationships within NSA and the Intelligence Community.
• Lead multidisciplinary proposal teams and drive disciplined capture reviews.

Skills

Leadership in capture lifecycle

Price-to-Win analysis

Technical expertise in cryptographic systems

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor’s in Business or Engineering

Graduate degree/MBA

Job description

MissionHires is seeking a Sr. Cyber Systems Capture Manager to lead end-to-end capture for cryptographic and high‑assurance security programs within DoD and the Intelligence Community. You will drive Shipley-based capture, Price‑to‑Win strategy, and rapid acquisition pathways while serving as a cryptographic systems SME and cultivating executive‑level relationships across NSA/IC. Active SECRET clearance required; TS/SCI eligibility needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead full capture lifecycle using Shipley methodology from opportunity identification through Color Team reviews to award
• Develop competitive bid strategies including Price‑to‑Win analysis, competitive assessments, and value proposition mapping
• Pursue rapid acquisition pathways (BAAs, OTAs, DIU) to accelerate awards and contract closure
• Serve as technical SME for cryptographic systems lifecycle: requirements, architecture, deployment of encryption devices
• Monitor market and product roadmaps to guide high‑assurance security positioning and feature direction
• Build and strengthen senior relationships within NSA and the Intelligence Community
• Influence internal executives on capture strategies and operational plans that drive measurable business outcomes
• Lead multidisciplinary proposal teams and drive disciplined capture reviews to increase win probability
• Make timely, high‑stakes decisions with minimal oversight; operate as a disciplined self‑starter

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Business or Engineering with 12+ years relevant experience, or Graduate degree/MBA with 10+ years
• Active SECRET security clearance; ability to obtain TS/SCI
• Proven record winning competitive captures within DoD or Intelligence Community
• Expert knowledge of Shipley capture process and experience leading cross‑functional proposal teams
• Deep domain expertise across cryptographic system lifecycles, architectures, and deployment of encryption devices
• Experience executing Price‑to‑Win, competitive intelligence, and value proposition development
• Familiarity with modern DoD acquisition pathways (BAAs, OTAs, DIU) and rapid acquisition practices
• Executive‑level communication and stakeholder influence skills, internal and external (NSA/IC)
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently, manage pressure, and make decisive capture calls