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Overview
We are seeking a Proposal Solution Architect to join our Growth Team to support our proposal efforts for all lines of business. The Proposal Solutions Architect will be responsible for the integration of technical solutions into new business opportunities.
The ideal candidate will be a driver of growth in IW's portfolio, is expected to work within a dynamic team environment, and will be part of a fast-paced, highly collaborative Growth organization. This position will organize Client Operations SMEs with requisite knowledge to provide substantive, compliant, and compelling proposal solutions for opportunities that are within any of our five pillars.
Intelligent Waves delivers mission-focused multi-domain operational expertise and innovation to the Government through high-impact technology solutions in cybersecurity, data science, enterprise network & systems engineering, software development, and cognitive human performance.
ALWAYS READY. ANYTIME. ANYWHERE. ANY DOMAIN.
Since 2006, we have proudly served federal agencies including the Department of Defense. Our ability to operate globally in a wide range of environments coupled with our deep understanding of customer needs and requirements enables us to provide cost-effective solutions to support the most complex missions.
Location & Travel: This can be a remote role, but the candidate is expected to travel to Reston, VA as needed (roughly once a month) and will be required to attend client meetings as needed.
Security Clearance: The Proposal Solutions Architect must be a United States Citizen and be eligible for a DoD Secret security clearance or higher.
Adherence to all customer site protocols is mandatory for employees.
Responsibilities
Pre-RFP / Capture Support:
Proposal Development:
Cross-Team Collaboration:
Qualifications
Since 2006, Intelligent Waves has remained committed to providing quality engineering, operations, and intelligence solutions to our clients and it all starts with YOU.
Intelligent Waves provides a great and generous benefits package to include medical, dental and vision, paid PTO, life & disability packages. We also invest in our employees' futures by contributing with vesting starting from DAY 1, technical training, tuition bonuses, and much, much more.
Clearance Statement
Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, Intelligent Waves will consider only applicants with security clearances or applicants who are eligible for security clearances.
EEO Statement
Intelligent Waves LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law.
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, IW is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified candidates and current employees. As part of this commitment, IW will ensure that those in need are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact humanresources@intelligentwaves.com.
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We are seeking a Proposal Solution Architect to join our Growth Team to support our proposal efforts for all lines of business. The Proposal Solutions Architect will be responsible for the integration of technical solutions into new business opportunities.
The ideal candidate will be a driver of growth in IW's portfolio, is expected to work within a dynamic team environment, and will be part of a fast-paced, highly collaborative Growth organization. This position will organize Client Operations SMEs with requisite knowledge to provide substantive, compliant, and compelling proposal solutions for opportunities that are within any of our five pillars.
Intelligent Waves delivers mission-focused multi-domain operational expertise and innovation to the Government through high-impact technology solutions in cybersecurity, data science, enterprise network & systems engineering, software development, and cognitive human performance.
ALWAYS READY. ANYTIME. ANYWHERE. ANY DOMAIN.
Since 2006, we have proudly served federal agencies including the Department of Defense. Our ability to operate globally in a wide range of environments coupled with our deep understanding of customer needs and requirements enables us to provide cost-effective solutions to support the most complex missions.
Location & Travel: This can be a remote role, but the candidate is expected to travel to Reston, VA as needed (roughly once a month) and will be required to attend client meetings as needed.
Security Clearance: The Proposal Solutions Architect must be a United States Citizen and be eligible for a DoD Secret security clearance or higher.
Adherence to all customer site protocols is mandatory for employees.
Responsibilities
Pre-RFP / Capture Support:
- Participate in win strategy sessions with BD leads
- Develop initial solution architectures and differentiators
- Shape RFI, white paper, and tech exchange narratives
Proposal Development:
- Lead creation of Technical Volume content, solution narratives, and compliance matrices
- Develop and refine solution graphics (CONOPS, architectures, timelines, etc.)
- Translate SME input into proposal-ready content that addresses evaluation criteria
Cross-Team Collaboration:
- Work with pricing to ensure alignment between solution and cost
- Support color team reviews and final proposal production
- Drive reuse of content and frameworks across vehicles and customers
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree and 8-12 years of of experience in proposal solutioning, preferably for defense and homeland security agencies.
- Deep understanding of zero trust, secure enclaves, tactical communications, cyber risk management, and AI/ML integration in mission contexts
- Proven success supporting technical volumes for proposals submitted under OASIS+, RS3, SeaPort-NxG, and/or MAS/HACS
- Skilled in developing visual solution elements using tools like PowerPoint, and Visio
- Experience working on fast-turn task orders, including oral proposals and hybrid written/oral formats
Since 2006, Intelligent Waves has remained committed to providing quality engineering, operations, and intelligence solutions to our clients and it all starts with YOU.
Intelligent Waves provides a great and generous benefits package to include medical, dental and vision, paid PTO, life & disability packages. We also invest in our employees' futures by contributing with vesting starting from DAY 1, technical training, tuition bonuses, and much, much more.
Clearance Statement
Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, Intelligent Waves will consider only applicants with security clearances or applicants who are eligible for security clearances.
EEO Statement
Intelligent Waves LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law.
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, IW is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified candidates and current employees. As part of this commitment, IW will ensure that those in need are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact humanresources@intelligentwaves.com.
A Veteran Friendly Organization
#IW
#CJ
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