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

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