Business Development And Capture Manager
Paragon Cyber Solutions is seeking a proactive, results-driven Business Development and Capture Manager to help identify, qualify, and position our firm for federal prime contract awards. This role is ideal for a connector with deep GovCon experience and a knack for turning leads into real opportunities. You will lead our BD efforts by focusing on strategy, opportunity shaping, and capture planning. The ideal candidate will excel at building relationships, developing winning proposals, and driving end-to-end capture strategies, while leveraging Paragon's past performance and certifications to expand our footprint.
Business Development Responsibilities
- Identify, research, and evaluate new business opportunities with a focus on leveraging our certifications and set-asides
- Build and maintain strong relationships with federal clients, contracting officers, and teaming partners
- Develop and execute strategic account plans to expand Paragon's presence in federal, state, and local markets (e.g., Tampa)
- Represent Paragon at conferences, industry events, and targeted networking engagements
- Collaborate with internal teams to align growth strategies with technical and delivery capabilities
Capture Management Responsibilities
Lead the full capture lifecycle from opportunity identification through proposal submissionDevelop win strategies, solutions, and pricing inputs in coordination with internal and external SMEsManage capture actions including competitor analysis, teaming decisions, partner negotiations, and bid / no-bid reviewsOversee or support proposal development efforts to ensure high-quality, compliant, and persuasive submissionsMaintain and report on pipeline metrics (e.g., opportunities tracked, proposals submitted, win rates, revenue potential)Conduct win / loss reviews and integrate lessons learned into future BD strategyQualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field5+ years of experience in federal business development and capture managementStrong understanding of federal acquisition processes, 8(a) / EDWOSB / SDVOSB strategies, and common contract vehicles (e.g., GSA, BPA, IDIQ)Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, especially in proposal developmentProven track record of building partnerships and closing federal businessProficiency with CRM systems and BD tracking toolsKey Competencies
Strategic and analytical thinker with strong capture instinctsResults-oriented and proactive in opportunity developmentEffective multitasker, capable of managing several pursuits simultaneouslyCollaborative, team-focused, and aligned with small business agilityAble to operate independently while maintaining consistent communication with leadershipBenefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)Retirement Plan (401K w / employer matching)Paid Time Off & Paid Federal HolidaysShort and Long-Term DisabilityHealthy Work-Life Balance