What are the responsibilities and job description for the Capture Manager – Strategic Growth position at DSA?
Overview
DSA Inc.’s Strategic Growth organization is seeking a Capture Manager with early-career experience in federal business development and capture who is ready to take the next step. This role is ideal for a driven, resourceful professional who has supported or led portions of capture efforts and is now looking to expand their leadership, strategic influence, and ownership of full lifecycle capture activities.
You’ll be part of a high-performing team focused on securing new business and expanding existing relationships within the Federal Government and DHS markets. This position offers mentorship, visibility, and the opportunity to grow into a senior capture leadership role.
Reporting to: Senior Director of Capture Management, Strategic Growth
Key Responsibilities
At DSA, we invest in emerging leaders. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside seasoned professionals, gain exposure to high-impact pursuits, and grow into a strategic leadership position. If you’re ready to accelerate your career in federal capture and business development, we want to hear from you.
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Many of DSA's positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. DSA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. DSA is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. DSA requires background checks , where permitted , by law. DSA is an E-Verify Employer.
DSA Inc.’s Strategic Growth organization is seeking a Capture Manager with early-career experience in federal business development and capture who is ready to take the next step. This role is ideal for a driven, resourceful professional who has supported or led portions of capture efforts and is now looking to expand their leadership, strategic influence, and ownership of full lifecycle capture activities.
You’ll be part of a high-performing team focused on securing new business and expanding existing relationships within the Federal Government and DHS markets. This position offers mentorship, visibility, and the opportunity to grow into a senior capture leadership role.
Reporting to: Senior Director of Capture Management, Strategic Growth
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Capture Efforts: Take ownership of assigned pursuits, developing and executing capture strategies that position DSA to win.
- Strategic Planning: Collaborate with business development leads to transition qualified opportunities into actionable capture plans.
- Team Leadership: Assemble and guide cross-functional capture teams, including technical SMEs, proposal staff, and external partners.
- Client & Partner Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with government clients, teaming partners, and internal stakeholders.
- Solution Development: Work with technical teams to shape solutions that meet customer needs and align with DSA’s capabilities.
- Proposal Support: Oversee proposal development activities, including win themes, pricing strategies, and compliance reviews.
- Market Intelligence: Conduct competitive analysis and customer research to inform capture strategies and improve win probability.
- Continuous Improvement: Participate in after-action reviews and contribute to refining DSA’s capture processes and best practices.
- 2–5 years of experience in federal business development, capture, or proposal support
- Strong communication skills—written, verbal, and presentation
- Familiarity with federal procurement tools (e.g., SAM.gov, GovWin, FPDS)
- Experience supporting or leading capture efforts for contracts valued at $5M
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Political Science, Engineering, or related field
- Experience in DHS or other Federal Government markets
- Exposure to teaming strategies, pricing development, and proposal coordination
- Ability to operate independently while collaborating across teams
- Strategic mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Interest in growing into a senior capture or business development leadership role
- Active or eligible for a Secret clearance
At DSA, we invest in emerging leaders. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside seasoned professionals, gain exposure to high-impact pursuits, and grow into a strategic leadership position. If you’re ready to accelerate your career in federal capture and business development, we want to hear from you.
#DSA209
Many of DSA's positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. DSA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. DSA is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. DSA requires background checks , where permitted , by law. DSA is an E-Verify Employer.