Senior Proposal Manager

OCH Technologies is looking for a seasoned Sr. Proposal Manager to join our growing team and help drive our federal business development this key role youll shape our proposal strategy and lead cross-functional teams to deliver winning solutions for DOD DHS and Civilian markets. Working directly with OCH leadership technical experts and recruiting teams youll capture our competitive edge and translate it into compelling proposals that showcase our IT solutions.

We need a strategic thinker with proven experience in federal Government proposals and the ability to orchestrate large multi-contractor teams. Your communication skills combined with your ability to thrive under tight deadlines will be essential as you develop clear persuasive proposals that showcase OCHs value proposition. Experience reviewing solicitations and writing federal Government proposal responses in the IT arena is required.

Location:

Hybrid Remote with occasional travel on-site to Sterling VA. Potential for meetings in Washington DC or DC Metro area to support proposal efforts.

Core Responsibilities & Duties:

• Drive the proposal team to produce technically proficient winning proposals in support of our core focus areas: IT Project Management DevSecOps Software Development Cloud Computing and Network Infrastructure & Cybersecurity.
• Ultimately responsible for managing and developing large-scale proposals while supporting the development of the BD teams alignment with OCH medium- and long-term growth goals.
• Shape compelling win strategies value propositions and strengths that differentiate OCH in the federal marketplace.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive proposal timelines outlines and storyboards in coordination with the capture team.
• Write and edit technical proposals white papers case studies project past performance and other documents that demonstrate our expertise and capabilities in various domains and industries.
• Provide small group and one-on-one coaching/guidance to team members and lead teams through proposal development to final delivery.
• Prepare and facilitate all color team reviews (i.e. Blue Pink Red Gold) and effectively incorporate feedback to strengthen submissions.
• Research and analyze the needs and pain points of the target audience and tailor the content and tone accordingly.
• Collaborate and interview subject matter experts and project managers and translate this information into clear compelling narrative and visual content (e.g. graphics tables and process flows) while ensuring quality accuracy and consistency for all writing artifacts.
• Adhere to Government solicitation requirements formatting guidelines and submission deadlines while ensuring clarity coherence and quality.
• Implement and maintain proposal development best practices while tracking performance metrics to improve win rates.
• Stay up to date on industry tools / capabilities in proposal writing to include AI-related tools and technical documentation .
• Lead post-submission lessons-learned sessions to continuously improve our proposal processes.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelors Degree in IT-related field or relevant Communications/Technical Writing

Experience:

• 10 years of experience in proposal management technical writing and/or IT-related requirements gathering for federal projects
• Experience as a proposal manager book boss volume lead and/or proposal coordinator
• Excellent technical writing editing and communication skills in English
• Familiarity with the DevOps lifecycle agile methodologies and common technical IT terms and concepts
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into simple and engaging language and/or tables process flows and infographics for different audiences
• Strong attention to detail ability to create and adhere to compliance matrix to ensure the highest possible quality on final submission documentation
• Familiar with Shipley Proposal Development or other proven proposal processes
• Understand and utilize specific Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Learned Language Models (LLMs) to leverage existing company capabilities to enhance OCHs reach to federal customers
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Adobe Illustrator AI/LLM engines and other relevant tools

Other Required Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently
• Adaptability to changing technologies

Security Clearance Requirement:

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

About Us: At OCH we are more than just a government contracting firm; we are innovators and leaders in providing cutting-edge IT services and cybersecurity solutions. Driven by a set of fundamental values we excel in creating secure efficient and forward-thinking solutions that empower the government agencies we work with. Our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity adapting swiftly to new challenges and focusing on the people we serve ensures that we consistently exceed expectations and lead the industry in innovation and reliability.

What Defines Us:

• Integrity - We act with unwavering honesty ensuring every decision is rooted ethically.
• Adaptable - We swiftly adapt to changes seizing opportunities to innovate and lead.
• People-Focused - We prioritize relationships championing growth and mutual success.
• Accountable - We own our outcomes striving for excellence through continuous improvement.
• Collaborative - We cultivate teamwork harnessing diverse talents to forge groundbreaking solutions.

Why Join Us Step into a role at OCH where your contributions make a tangible impact. Join a team that values creativity and initiative offering a platform to transform the landscape of government IT services. Here your work is not just a careerits a mission. Embrace the opportunity to grow innovate and excel alongside industry leaders who are as passionate about technology as they are about making a difference. Plus we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well being and work-life balance including:

• Paid time off and Holidays
• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short-term disability long-term disability and life insurance - Employer Paid!
• 401(k)
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

& More!

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Veterans Preference and Accessibility Statement: At OCH Technologies we deeply respect and appreciate the unique skills and experiences that veterans bring to our team. As a federal contractor we proudly offer preference to qualified veterans and wholeheartedly encourage them to apply. We want you to know that your service and dedication will always be valued here! Additionally we are committed to creating a workplace that is open welcoming and accessible to line with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) we provide reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process to ensure that individuals with disabilities can apply without barriers. If you need assistance or accommodations please dont hesitate to contact us at - were here to help.

OCH Technologies LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age disability gender identity or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal state or local laws.