Business Development Account Executive DHS

Job Summary

The Business Development Account Executive at Chloeta plays a key role in advancing our business development initiatives for a specific client group, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Chloeta is seeking an individual who possesses a consultative mindset and a deep understanding of business strategy to help define and implement effective development plans. The selected candidate will collaborate directly with federal clients to gain insight into their specific challenges and needs, utilizing expertise to craft customized solutions that set Chloeta apart from competitors and align with the client's goals. They will also partner with internal teams to devise robust contracting strategies that foster growth and ensure long-term success. This position will be instrumental in propelling Chloeta's broader business development objectives forward.

Supervisory Responsibilities : No

Job Classification : Permanent; Full-Time, FLSA Exempt

Duty Station : Reston, VA (remote / virtual)

Travel : Ability to travel 50% or more of the time to meet with clients and attend events

Duties / Responsibilities

• Sets, implements, and maintains business development goals and direction.
• Drives growth through customer engagement, technical differentiation, and contracting strategies.
• Cultivates and maintains relationships with government decision-makers, contracting offices, and key stakeholders.
• Effectively presents to government and internal stakeholders.
• Conducts financial analysis, scenario planning, and forecasting.
• Identifies business opportunities and negotiates agreements.
• Evaluates new markets and business opportunities, developing relevant initiatives.
• Collaborates with support and operations teams.
• Promotes Chloeta's capabilities to the designated client group.
• Identifies and qualifies new business opportunities.
• Develops account management plans and opportunity capture strategies.
• Adapts strategies to shifting government priorities, budgets, and requirements.
• Ensures compliance with ethics and regulations in government interactions.
• Reports pipeline projections and account plans to leadership.
• Applies Shipley Business Development Lifecycle methodology.
• Documents business development activities in appropriate internal systems.
• Represents Chloeta at conferences, industry days, trade shows and client visits.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Required Skills / Abilities

Education and Experience

Physical Requirements

Benefits

Eligible employees receive the following benefits :

Pre-employment Requirements

Due to the nature of Chloeta's services, this position is contingent upon completing with a satisfactory outcome some or all of the following pre-employment background screenings : government security clearance, federal and state criminal background checks, drug test (urinalysis), Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review, educational history, employment history, and / or credit check. In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), pre-employment background screenings will require the employee's written authorization and will occur after acceptance of an offer of employment and prior to commencing work. Additionally, employees are required to complete the federal I-9 / E-Verify process.

Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy

Employees may be subject to undergoing additional drug screens and / or alcohol testing at any time during the period of employment, including without prior notice.

EEO Statement

Chloeta provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

About Chloeta

Chloeta is a Native American owned enterprise providing a diverse range of engineering, scientific, and technical solutions to support military, energy, homeland security, emergency preparedness, and critical infrastructure requirements.