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Sales Business Development Manager

Cisco · Reston, Virginia, US · On-site

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About the role

As a Sales Business Development Manager within the Federal Sales PMO, your core mission encompasses five key strategic pillars: Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • 3+ years of Federal Government Project/Program Management, Business Development, or Government Contracting experience
  • Must hold an active, verified Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with Polygraph (CI or Full Scope)
  • Demonstrated experience leading on-site customer meetings and program reviews within classified US Government facilities
  • Proven operational knowledge of US Government and military contracting regulations, policies, and procurement frameworks (FAR / DFAR)
  • Ability to work on-site 4 days weekly in Reston, VA and client locations across Virginia/Maryland, with capability to communicate directly on government domains
More about this role

The application window is expected to close on: 11/11/2026

U.S. Person holding an Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.

Must relocate or live in the listed Territory

Cisco Federal Sales Program Management Office (PMO) provides centralized oversight and strategic execution for the development, implementation, and sustainment of Strategic Agreements with Partners and the US Federal Government.

In this role, you will work on a high-impact, cross-functional team ensuring the effective, compliant, and efficient management of programs and projects within National Security Operations (NSO). You will bridge programmatic governance and government contracting execution to accelerate mission outcomes across classified national security environments.

As a Sales Business Development Manager within the Federal Sales PMO, your core mission encompasses five key strategic pillars:

  • Program Governance & Strategic Execution: Develop, implement, and govern contract and program management policies, procedures, standards, and industry best practices across National Security Operations (NSO).
  • Cross-Functional Leadership & Direction: Provide leadership, operational guidance, and programmatic...

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