Interview Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to extract content details and review technical written sections with SMEs for accuracy to ensure the inclusion of win strategies in the document and compliance with formats dictated in the Request for Proposal (RFP)
Work closely with the business development team to understand client requirements to develop customer-focused solutions that meet their needs
Work closely with the proposal manager, volume lead, and graphic artist to maintain strong coordination and open communication throughout the proposal development process to ensure content is responsive and compelling
Utilize proposal source files and other research methods to obtain information and pertinent material to write technical, management, past performance, executive summaries, and different proposal sections
Collect feedback during reviews, evaluate recommended revisions, and update drafts throughout the process
Translate complex information gathered into clear, concise, and persuasive content
Conduct intel research, gather data, and analyze and validate customer requirements and customer expression of need/interest
Participate in proposal kick-offs and proposal status meetings and help maintain the proposal schedule

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Management Information Systems, or equivalent degree
10+ years of demonstrated technical, IT, or Operations experience within a large-scale technology services environment in the following areas: Software Development, Application Support, and Infrastructure Support
5+ years of demonstrated experience leading business development lifecycle and planning including problem framing, solution and technical volume development, and proposal writing support with a proven successful track record
Knowledgeable on how specific infrastructures and applications software are deployed in line with relevant methodologies and frameworks
Experience in explaining highly technical data and information in simplistic language for end users of complex IT systems and projects across all the company's capability areas
Ability to conceptualize graphics to convey key solution concepts-graphically depicting processes, relationships, dependencies, technologies, benefits, features, and other concepts that tie solutions to problems
Ability to work under deadline pressure while maintaining accuracy, quality, and detail
Demonstrated strategic thinking and leadership with strong relationship management
Strong understanding of Shipley Methodology preferred
Experience in SAFe/Agile Software Development

Proposal Solutions Architect

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