Director of Business Development, Federal
Censys · Washington, D.C. or DMV Area
Posted about 3 months ago · $285,000-$350,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 87 days Censys's roles stay open a median of 59 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 10% of Censys's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Censys
- high 40 stale, 2 reposted of 40 open
- Hiring momentum
- 50 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-29
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Censys's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Censys.
About this role
The Director of Business Development for Federal will lead the strategy for federal systems integrator partnerships, focusing on building relationships, driving revenue growth, and expanding contract access. This role involves collaborating with various teams to shape solutions for federal clients, managing partner performance, and representing the company at industry events. The position requires a strong understanding of federal procurement and the ability to operate strategically while executing tactical plans.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Censys as an employer.
What you need
- Proven track record of building and scaling partnerships with federal systems integrators
- Experience working within a cybersecurity OEM or technology vendor
- Strong network of executive relationships across leading SIs (e.g., Booz Allen, Leidos, SAIC, etc.)
- Experience driving pipeline and revenue through partner-led motions in federal markets
- Deep understanding of federal procurement, contracting vehicles, and go-to-market dynamics
- Ability to operate strategically while executing tactically in a fast-paced environment
Nice to have
- Open to using AI to amplify their skills and strengthen their work - demonstrating curiosity, a willingness to learn, and sound judgment in applying AI responsibly to improve efficiency and impact
What you get
- Equity
- Health, dental & vision coverage
- Retirement with company contribution
- Parental leave
- Mental health & wellness benefits
- Flexible PTO
Worth weighing
- Position requires being located in the DC vicinity to effectively support local customers and partners
- No specific mention of remote work options for this role
- Salary range provided but may be modified based on various factors
- Candidates must keep their cameras on during video interviews
Summarised from Censys's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by Censys on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-29. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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