Director of Business Development (DHS)

About Agile Defense   At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.   Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests. SUMMARY   Agile Defense stands at the forefront of innovation, driving advanced capabilities and solutions tailored to the most critical national security and civilian missions.  The DHS team is focused on growth across new and existing business markets. The team maximizes the #HUSTLE and #HUNGER aspects of the company culture to propose and deliver against critical Federal Civilian agency mission goals and objectives.  The Director of Business Development will be responsible for leading the identification, qualification, and early capture of new business opportunities in the Federal Civilian sector. As part of a high-performing DHS team, this individual will drive strategic growth initiatives, build trusted client relationships, and support the seamless transition of opportunities into capture and proposal phases. The ideal candidate is high-energy, collaborative, self-starting, and calm under the pressures of a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.  JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  Identify, qualify, and shape new business opportunities in the Federal Civilian market aligned with Agile Defense’s strategic objectives. Develop and maintain trusted relationships with senior leaders across Federal Civilian agencies. Create strategic account and customer call plans focused on growth and new market penetration. Conduct competitive and market analysis to guide business development strategies. Monitor industry trends and competitor activities through Business Intelligence tools and brief leadership on key developments. Lead responses to Requests for Information (RFIs) and other early-phase business development deliverables Participate in and represent Agile Defense at industry events, conferences, symposia, and trade shows. Generate innovative solutions to meet emerging customer requirements. Develop teaming strategies and identify potential partners to strengthen Agile Defense’s competitive positioning. Collaborate across capture, pricing, solution and delivery teams to ensure opportunities are properly shaped for success. Provide strategic updates on opportunity pipelines and recommend actions based on market intelligence and customer feedback.