VP, National Security Tech Growth & Strategy

Beacon Global Strategies LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Paid parental leave

Flexible PTO

One remote day per week

Job summary

Beacon Global Strategies LLC in Washington, DC seeks a Vice President to lead business development and client engagements for public sector growth in defense and national security markets. The role focuses on building and executing strategies for a portfolio of clients, advising on USG priorities, and expanding public sector opportunities.

The VP will guide strategy, branding, and positioning, maintain expert relationships within defense acquisition ecosystems, and drive cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with strong defense/national security network.
• 10+ years of experience in the national security ecosystem in a business development or government capacity.
• Experience managing teams and leading client engagements.
• Ideal candidate will be well-versed in U.S. acquisition policy, sales best practices, regulations, and industry trends to provide informed and proactive advice to clients.
• A commercial mindset and capacity to articulate the business implications of public policy.
• Demonstrated track record leading engagements that shape key strategy decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to succeed in a matrixed environment using strong collaboration skills and professional judgement.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships and a portfolio of clients across a variety of technologies, products and services, with the support of Associates, other VPs, and Managing Directors.
• Oversee the formulation of strategies, and briefing of client deliverables designed to enhance market position and convey critical insights to matters pertaining to defense technology and acquisitions.
• Provide thought leadership through publications and at events related to National Security, Technology and Acquisition.
• Provide strategic guidance to clients on developments in USG national security technology priorities, policy and regulatory landscape, and acquisition processes to inform sales solutions.
• Help clients understand how the U.S. government, private industry, think tanks, and the media interact and inform policy decisions.
• Tie acquisition and policy expertise to clients’ business needs to shape their government affairs and go-to-market strategies.
• Maintain a network of key relationships with the ability to make connections and create optimal partnerships; conduct outreach to relevant USG entities and stakeholders.
• Proactively propose and generate new products/ideas in anticipation of client needs.
• Continuously develop subject matter expertise in national security and technology advancements.
• Promote mastery of administrative functions and project management as key to client team success.
• Manage, train and mentor team members to maintain quality of the work and foster teamwork.

Skills

Team leadership

Business development

Strategic advisory

Public policy understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Beacon Global Strategies LLC in Washington, DC seeks a Vice President to lead business development and client engagements for public sector growth in defense and national security markets. The role focuses on building and executing strategies for a portfolio of clients, advising on USG priorities, and expanding public sector opportunities.

The VP will guide strategy, branding, and positioning, maintain expert relationships within defense acquisition ecosystems, and drive cross-functional