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Mission Director - Cyber

Defense Unicorns
Location
United States - Remote
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Federal Sales
Salary
$145,000 - $185,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Experience within the Cyber operations domain or a closely related defense environment
  • Strong understanding of the culture, mission, stakeholders, and terminology within the domain
  • Experience in military operations, government program management, acquisition, contracting, business development, or defense industry program leadership
  • Working knowledge of federal acquisition, including contract vehicles and negotiation
  • Strong commercial judgment and comfort owning revenue-generating activities
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams and hold accountability for outcomes
Nice to have
  • Candidates located near major Cyber hubs are preferred
What the job really is

The Mission Director - Cyber is responsible for driving new business opportunities within the Cyber operations domain, managing relationships with customers, and overseeing contract execution. This role involves identifying customer needs, shaping solutions, leading proposals, and ensuring successful delivery of contracts while building and leading teams as the portfolio grows.

Benefits
  • Medical/Dental/Vision premiums are 100% Company Paid
  • Health Savings Account
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Company Stock Options
Things to weigh
  • Role involves significant responsibility and accountability, which may be challenging for some candidates
  • The responsibilities are not exhaustive, indicating a potentially fluid role that may evolve over time
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