Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visitperaton.comto learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Responsibilities
Peraton is seeking a dynamic Business Development Executive to lead and expand ourFederalFinancial Portfolio - driving high-impact growth. Successful candidates will have depth in at least two of these accounts: Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), Commodities Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), the Federal Reserve Bank (FRB) or another federal financial agency. Candidates will have broad knowledge of the federal financial markets and the ability to grow relationships and evolve opportunities in other federal financial accounts. This role is based in the Washington, DC Metro area and requires travel as needed for customer engagements and industry events.Reporting to the Federal Civilian Sector (FCS) VP Growth, this leader will serve as a key member of the growth team, collaborating closely with operational and functional leaders across the organization. The successful candidate will develop deep insight into customer needs, competitive landscapes, and market dynamics, translating that knowledge into actionable growth strategies and winning business cases aligned with Peraton’s core capabilities and differentiators.Key Responsibilities:Lead the identification, qualification, and development of strategic opportunities aligned with corporate capabilities and growth campaigns, driving measurable revenue growthAchieve acquisition and sales objectives through new business wins, recompetes, and teaming strategies on deals $50M to $1B+Serve as the primary interface with customers for your accounts, building strong, trusted relationshipsStrategically shape customer requirements and acquisition strategies to position the company for successIdentify and pursue new markets, adjacencies, and strategic partnershipsApply the Peraton Business Acquisition Process to effectively manage and communicate opportunity status and strategiesCollaborate with technical and program teams to support early-stage opportunities, including RFIs, market research, white papers, presentations, and demonstrationsEvolve the strategic Account Plans to support your portfoliosMust be local to the DC Metro area and have the ability to travel as needed
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:Bachelor's degree and 16 years of professional experience; Master's degree with 14 years professional experience; Associate's degree with 12 years professional experience; and high school diploma/equivalent and 20 years professional experienceMust have at least 7+ years experience in business development focused in at least two of the following accounts: Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), Commodities Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), the Federal Reserve Bank (FRB) or other federal financial agencyDemonstrated success in winning single-award contracts valued at $50M+Experience building and managing opportunity pipelines and captures exceeding $100MDeep understanding of customer missions, priorities, procurement processes and acquisition dynamicsStrong understanding of competitors in our marketplaceProven ability to build and sustain relationships with government stakeholders and strategic teaming partners (prime and subcontractors)Strategic thinker with the ability to operate independently and drive resultsStrong relationships within federal financial agenciesExceptional business acumen, integrity, professionalism, and high energyExcellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively at all organization levels internally and externallyU.S. Citizenship requiredMust have the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearancePreferred Qualifications:Active Secret security clearance (or higher)Matured key relationships across federal financial government agenciesAbility to think strategically and operate independentlyHigh energy, integrity, professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to winning the right way