VP Air Force - Defense

MEMBERS ONLY SIGN UP NOW. drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted and highly differentiated national security solutions and technologies that keep people safe and secure. MEMBERS ONLY SIGN UP NOW. serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies across the intelligence, space, cyber, defense, civilian, health, and state and local markets. Every day, our 22,000 employees do the can't be done, solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers.

MEMBERS ONLY SIGN UP NOW. is searching for a Vice President to direct and drive results for the $180M Air Force business. Reporting to the President of Defense Solutions Sector, the Vice President will oversee a management team tasked with delivering solutions on time and within budget while working to find areas of growth and new business. The Vice President will have frequent interaction with the customers as well as delivering progress and financial reports to the senior leadership of MEMBERS ONLY SIGN UP NOW. This includes developing, reviewing, updating, and implementing strategic business plans; understanding the business concerns and issues faced by the Air Force; and building and delivering business solutions that delight the customer.

This person must be a seasoned, yet progressive leader with the proven ability to establish strong relationships with key members of the Air Force as well as internally with MEMBERS ONLY SIGN UP NOW.'s executive team. She/he will lead the successful operation, execution, and management of provided solutions and promote their evolution on a mission-focused basis. The ability to orchestrate the technical strengths of the team with the strategic objectives of the group will be critical.

This executive must be a force for progress in the business, streamlining operations and further developing a unified culture within the business. He/she must be comfortable evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of the team collaboratively and act decisively to foster an environment where superior quality of work and predictable revenue growth can be achieved. Objectivity and honesty will be essential in determining the trajectory of the group. This leader will take all of MEMBERS ONLY SIGN UP NOW.'s capabilities to the Air Force customer. She/he will also anticipate shifts in the market and position the company to take full advantage of the changes. This includes creating new solutions and offerings to meet the developing needs of customers. While driving growth in the market, he/she will continue to evaluate and evolve to meet the challenges of the market.

This VP will be highly collaborative and able to provide guidance and contribute to discussions and plans related to the entire company. This executive should also have a strong personal brand with visibility in the market and with customers.

Specific Responsibilities Include:

1. Assume full P&L management of Air Force operations
2. Provide insights, recommendations, and support for the overall strategy for the Air Force, including how to represent MEMBERS ONLY SIGN UP NOW.'s broad capabilities with the customer.
3. With the business development team, provide input on and participate in the execution of the organic growth plan including identifying target clients and key executives, leveraging and partnering with the existing customer base and capitalizing on thought leadership development and market visibility opportunities.
4. Identify, evaluate, and recommend acquisition targets to the SVP and the CEO
5. Develop and lead a high performing team that is known for meeting and exceeding objectives and is proactive in creating opportunities within national security
6. Collaborate with peers to leverage relevant solutions with other customers

This person should be a potential successor to the President of Defense Services Sector. While the current leader has no intent to leave the position in the near future, he would like for this person to currently possess the business acumen and experience to assume his responsibilities at MEMBERS ONLY SIGN UP NOW.

Professional Experience / Qualifications:

1. 15 years of experience in federal government contracting environments with at least 10 of those years in roles of increasing managerial responsibility
2. Successful general management of portfolios greater than $150M in revenue
3. A strong business acumen with profit and loss responsibility is essential, as is demonstrated strategic thinking that moves an organization forward in terms of financial growth and customer reach
4. Deep knowledge of the Air Force missions, organizations, operations, and performance
5. Specific knowledge of complex IT solutions to include: advanced data analytics, automation, machine learning, cybersecurity, agile software development, and high-end systems engineering and integration as relevant to the Air Force
6. Proven track record of growth within a similar business
7. Strong quantitative knowledge: fluency in key performance indicators and relevant performance metrics
8. Ability to develop and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified opportunities within targeted defense accounts that demonstrates a strong understanding of the technology trends, values and needs, as well as buying habits of the customer
9. Able to effectively diagnose client needs, propose and develop solutions that have measurable and positive business impact
10. Superior people management skills including direct experience with the processes and disciplines associated with a large, complex business supporting the Air Force. Interact effectively with employees and all levels of management in identifying and resolving complex issues
11. Proven ability to partner with the business development team to ensure coordinated and proactive connection with key customers in order to shape and develop qualified business opportunities
12. Demonstrated ability to collaborate and build win-win partnerships externally with customers and within the corporation with a focus on understanding how to leverage technology differentiators
13. The ability to constructively influence and interact at the highest levels of the corporate structure is required
14. Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve complex business issues and must have experience in budgetary planning and implementation including financial reporting oversight
15. Demonstrated success in holding their teams accountable for outstanding performance as well as in recruiting and retaining top talent
16. Strong communication skills and executive presence
17. The position is focused on the Air Force. Previous experience with the Air Force IT, Space or Cyber organizations is required

Desired Characteristics:

1. A bias for action and orientation towards solving problem areas
2. A natural affinity for the mission-oriented culture of the firm
3. Ability to actively communicate with, inspire, and motivate all levels of staff
4. Demonstrated ability to think outside the box, acting strategically and proactively
5. The candidate must exhibit proven professional and managerial skills along with the leadership traits and personal characteristics which are necessary for success in senior management
6. Key factors include: sound business judgment, keen conceptual skills, intellectual discipline, self-confidence, imagination, well-developed management skills, and the personal ambition to play a major role in the growth and success of a high technology company with a strong heritage for high quality and responsive service to its clients
7. With full accountability for results, he/she must be willing to exert themselves over sustained periods of time to accomplish their professional and personal goals. They must set the standard for personal integrity, honesty, teamwork, and public accountability so as to motivate the entire team to the highest levels of commitment and personal effort
8. An established professional reputation for excellence in services rendered and absolute personal integrity must attend any candidacy for this position

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Scientific, Engineering, or Information Technology field; an advanced degree Masters / MBA is strongly preferred.

Colorado Salary Minimum: $160,368.00

Colorado Salary Maximum: $342,846.40

The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position, and is just one component of Perspecta's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Perspecta provides a variety of benefits to employees.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.