Capture Manager

Capture Manager

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Capture Manager to drive growth across our National Security Sector (NSS) portfolio. This position will be fully remote, with travel as necessary. This is a hybrid role that combines the responsibilities of both business development (BD) and capture management. Success in this role requires exceptional strategic and critical thinking the ability to anticipate customer needs, analyze competitors, shape acquisition strategies, and craft winning approaches that align with Department of War (DOW) mission priorities. The Capture Manager will apply Shipley's best practices, leverage industry-standard tools, and build strong industry teams to maximize our probability of win (pWin) on high-value contracts.

Strategic Planning & Capture Leadership

Lead the development of long-term, winning strategies for DoW opportunities. Apply critical thinking skills to assess customer requirements, evaluate competitors, and identify discriminators that strengthen capture positioning. Develop initial competitive intelligence (CI) profiles and price-to-win (PTW) assessments, updating them throughout the capture lifecycle to refine strategy. Anticipate customer priorities and acquisition pathways to influence requirements and acquisition strategies. Define capture team resource requirements, guide technical and pricing strategies, and ensure alignment with win themes.

Opportunity Identification & Qualification (BD)

Monitor and identify large, strategic DoW opportunities aligned with corporate growth objectives. Build and maintain strong relationships with key DoW organizations such as the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and 4th estate agencies. Use GovWin, GovTribe, Bloomberg Government, FPDS, FedSpending, and SAM.gov to assess markets, spending patterns, and competitor positioning. Develop and manage a forward-looking pipeline in Salesforce CRM with accurate opportunity tracking and reporting.

Proposal Oversight & Team Orchestration

Lead internal and external teams (technical SMEs, proposal writers, pricing analysts, partners) through the capture lifecycle. Oversee proposal strategy, ensuring compliance, differentiation, and alignment with the capture plan. Use SharePoint and Teams to manage capture artifacts, teaming documents, and collaborative reviews.

Business Development Bridge & Post-Award Transition

As a hybrid position, transition between BD and capture, ensuring continuity throughout the opportunity lifecycle. Transition awarded contracts to delivery teams with a clear understanding of requirements, expectations, and customer intent. Maintain customer engagement post-award to position for recompetes and follow-on opportunities.

Qualifications

Bachelor's with 12+ years (or commensurate experience) + Strategic and Critical Thinking : Ability to develop long-term strategies, analyze data, and refine approaches to improve capture outcomes. Competitive Intelligence and PTW : Experience developing and applying CI and PTW analyses to strengthen competitive positioning. Sales and BD Acumen : Strong grasp of the DoD / Army sales cycle and experience shaping opportunities pre-RFP. Capture Management Expertise : Proven ability to orchestrate large, complex Army pursuits from qualification through award. Project Management : Skilled at coordinating resources, managing timelines, and leading cross-functional teams. Analytical Skills : Proficiency with GovWin, GovTribe, Bloomberg Government, FPDS, FedSpending, and SAM.gov to assess customer needs and competitor positioning. Communication and Collaboration : Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills to work with diverse teams and engage senior Army stakeholders. Technical and Industry Knowledge : Familiarity with Army IT, cyber, and intelligence domains, terminology, and acquisition structures. Tools : Proficiency with Salesforce CRM, SharePoint, and Teams for pipeline management and capture execution.

Required Skills and Experience : Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field; Master's preferred. Minimum 8+ years of experience in federal government contracting, including BD and capture management. Proven record of winning competitive DoW contracts. Established relationships with DoW organizations. Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance (Top Secret / SCI strongly preferred).

Preferred Skills and Experience : Established relationships with the US Navy and Marine Corps organizations to support a concerted effort to increase the market presence of GovCIO and deliver critical capabilities to these organizations.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens. But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here's what you can expect : During the Interview Process, a virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and / or team. Camera must be on. A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview. During the Hiring Process, enhanced biometrics ID verification screening, background check, to include : criminal history (past 7 years), verification of your highest level of education, verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application.

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including : Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Corporate Discounts, Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content, Training, Education and Certification Assistance

• , Referral Bonus Program, Internal Mobility Program, Pet Insurance, Flexible Work Environment.
• Available to full-time employees Our employees' unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability / vets.

Posted Pay Range : The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department / team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range : USD $165,000.00 - USD $195,000.00 / Yr.