Senior Director, Communications Solutions… at Cydecor · Crystal…

Cydecor is a premier Federal Government solutions provider, delivering differentiated innovations in mission systems and business platforms. We leverage leading-edge secure systems and software development, backed by industry-leading subject matter expertise, and business intelligence to enable decision-support and remain ahead of ever-evolving national security challenges. Our success rests squarely on three bedrock principles: People, our center of gravity; Mission, what inspires us; and an unyielding commitment to Excellence, what separates us.

Job Description:

Cydecor is seeking an experienced executive to lead its Communications Solutions Group (CSG), a business unit generating approximately $100 million in annual revenue. CSG delivers mission-critical satellite communications (SATCOM), terrestrial communications, and related technical and operational support to Department of War (DoW) customers, including the U.S. Space Force, U.S. Air Force, AFCENT, DISA, and DTS-PO.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Senior Director will have full profit and loss (P&L) responsibility for CSG, overseeing financial performance, contract execution, customer relationships, workforce management, and business growth.
The ideal candidate brings proven executive leadership, strong financial and operational management capabilities, deep knowledge of defense communications, and demonstrated success retaining and expanding government contract portfolios.

Responsibilities include:

• Business and Financial Leadership: Direct all aspects of CSG's approximately $100M portfolio, including P&L performance, budgets, forecasts, profitability, resource utilization, and financial risk management.
• Program Execution: Provide executive oversight of contract performance, ensuring operational excellence, customer satisfaction, contractual compliance, and favorable CPARS ratings.
• Customer Engagement: Establish and maintain relationships with senior government leaders, program offices, and contracting organizations to understand mission priorities, anticipate requirements, and strengthen customer partnerships.
• Business Growth and Retention: Lead efforts to protect existing business through successful recompetes while identifying and pursuing on-contract growth, new customers, and competitive opportunities.
• Capture and Strategy: Partner with Growth, Contracts, Finance, and technical leadership to develop capture strategies, competitive solutions, teaming arrangements, and proposals.
• Technical and Mission Leadership: Provide strategic direction on SATCOM, terrestrial communications, network modernization, and emerging technologies to ensure solutions meet operational requirements and customer needs.
• Organizational Leadership: Lead and develop program management, technical, and operational teams while driving accountability, workforce effectiveness, succession planning, and continuous improvement.
• Strategic Partnerships: Develop relationships with commercial SATCOM providers, telecommunications companies, and industry partners to expand capabilities and strengthen competitive positioning.

Here’s what you need:

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, telecommunications, information technology, or a related field.
• Minimum 15 years of progressive leadership experience in defense contracting, communications services, telecommunications, or related industries, including at least 7 years in senior management.
• Demonstrated P&L responsibility for a business unit or portfolio generating at least $50 million annually.
• Significant experience with defense SATCOM, terrestrial communications, telecommunications infrastructure, or managed communications services.
• Proven success managing complex government contracts, financial performance, geographically dispersed teams, and operational delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to establish senior government customer relationships, retain business through recompetes, and drive organic and new business growth.
• Strong understanding of federal acquisition processes, government contracting, and competitive capture activities.
• Excellent executive communication, financial management, negotiation, and organizational leadership skills.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a minimum Secret security clearance.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Master's degree in business administration, engineering, telecommunications, or a related discipline.
• Executive P&L leadership experience overseeing a $100 million or larger government contracting portfolio.
• Established relationships within the U.S. Space Force, Air Force, AFCENT, DISA, DTS-PO, CENTCOM, or related defense communications organizations.
• Experience supporting deployed or expeditionary military communications operations.
• Knowledge of commercial and military SATCOM architectures, including GEO, MEO, LEO, multi-orbit solutions, and hybrid satellite-terrestrial networks.
• Familiarity with DISA/DITCO acquisition vehicles, managed communications services, and emerging networking technologies.
• Established relationships with satellite operators, telecommunications carriers, systems integrators, or other defense communications providers.
• Prior military or government civilian experience in communications, space operations, or related mission areas.
• Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance.

Security Clearance:

• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a minimum Secret security clearance.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, telecommunications, information technology, or a related field.

Work Schedule:

• Hybrid position based in Crystal City, Virginia, with in-person engagement as required.
• Travel to customer sites and meetings with teammates, partners, and other stakeholders is expected as needed to support the role.

Compensation and Benefits:
The projected total cash compensation for this position is anticipated to be in the range of $200,000-250,000. There are numerous factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the role, work location, education/certifications, and a contract's Labor Categories.

Cydecor offers a comprehensive compensation package including Health and Dental Insurance, Vision and Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, 401(K) + company match, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Company Holidays, Tuition and Professional Development Assistance and more.

What We Believe
We have an unwavering commitment to diversity with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging within our organization. As a business imperative, every person at Cydecor has the responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Cydecor is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (EEO/AA). All employment and hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to race, religion, color, sexual orientation, nationality, gender, ethnic origin, disability, age, sex, gender identity & expression, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and/or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site because of your disability. You can request assistance by contacting HR@cydecor.com or calling 703-884-2105.

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