Sr Proposal Manager Security Clearance

Position: Sr Proposal Manager with Security Clearance
Location: North Charleston

Sentar is seeking a remote Senior Proposal Manager! Role

Description:

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Proposal Manager to lead and support high-priority proposal efforts across our cybersecurity-focused portfolio. This position requires a highly organized, detail-oriented professional with strong leadership skills and deep experience navigating the full lifecycle of government proposals. As a critical member of our Growth Team, the Senior Proposal Manager will be expected to demonstrate sound judgment, strong communication with executive leadership, and the ability to coordinate with a small proposal team while maintaining hands-on responsibility for proposal execution.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead and manage full-lifecycle proposal efforts (RFIs, RFPs, Task Orders, etc.) in support of federal cybersecurity contracts.
* Review and understand Preliminary, Draft, and Final RFP documents to create compliant artifacts for proposal development. (Capabilities matrices, compliance checklists, storyboards, volume templates.)
* Act as Proposal Lead on complex bids, including IDIQs, GWACs, and agency-specific contracts.
* Step into a supervisory role for the Proposal Team (3-4 staff) as needed, including team assignment coordination and reporting to upper leadership.
* Facilitate all proposal development activities, including kick-off meetings, compliance matrix development, storyboarding, writing assignments, color team reviews, and final production.
* Prepare documents for all reviews, and final production. Strong MS Word skills required.
* Coordinate with Contracts Manager and Pricing Manager to build contracts and pricing narrative documents, often providing baseline content for fillings (SF33, Section K, OCI, Pricing/accounting systems supporting documentation)
* Work closely with business development, capture, technical SMEs, pricing, and contracts to produce compelling, compliant proposals.
* Develop and refine schedules, and management tools to improve efficiency and quality.
* Monitor industry trends, evaluate competitor strategies, and provide competitive intelligence input to inform win themes and value propositions.
* Mentor junior proposal staff and foster a high-performance team culture.
* Serve as a thought leader in advancing proposal processes, technology, and collaboration tools.
* Strong focus on continuous process improvement

Qualifications:

Clearance Level: Secret or ability to obtain a Secret clearance

Education:

Bachelor’s degree (Masters preferred)

Experience:

* 7+ years of progressive experience in federal proposal management, including lead roles on complex, multi-volume bids.
* Strong understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and proposal compliance standards.
* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple simultaneous proposals with aggressive deadlines.
* Experience in cybersecurity or other technical domains supporting the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, or Civilian agencies.
* Strong critical thinking and analytical skills with the ability to quickly understand technical solutions and articulate customer benefits.
* Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat, and proposal collaboration tools (e.g., Proposal Automation tools)
* Extensive Microsoft Word experience with style sheets, templates, outlines, placing graphics, and embedding Adobe Acrobat material is required,

Preferred Qualifications
* Familiarity with secure proposal environments and CUI handling.
* Experience supervising or mentoring a small team of proposal professionals.
* Experience with Meridian RFP Analysis software is a plus.
* Shipley and/or APMP training is a plus.
* APMP Certification is a plus. Work Environment
* Hybrid work schedule with a minimum of two days per week onsite in the North Charleston, SC office.
* Fast-paced, collaborative environment with aggressive growth targets.
* Flexibility required for deadline-driven work, including occasional evening or weekend support. Benefits at Sentar:
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