About the Position

Dexis is seeking a highly experienced Strategic Consultant to support our capture and business development efforts for an upcoming opportunity with the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS). The Advisor will play a critical role in refining our understanding of the client landscape, validating opportunity parameters, and facilitating strategic introductions to key stakeholders within the DS bureau and relevant incumbent organizations. 

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic insight into the organizational priorities, structure, and decision-making processes within the Bureau of Diplomatic Security. 
• Advise Dexis leadership on client engagement strategies specific to Diplomatic Security. 
• Identify and facilitate introductions with relevant stakeholders throughout the capture and bid process. 
• Validate programmatic direction, potential scope, and customer expectations for the anticipated opportunity. 
• Participate in periodic strategy sessions and serve as a trusted advisor throughout the pre-solicitation, capture, and bid phases. 

Qualifications 

• Minimum 5 years of experience working with or supporting the Department of State, with deep familiarity with the Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS), including sub-offices such as DS/C/ST. 
• Demonstrated track record of engagement with senior-level DS personnel and contract leadership. 
• Existing relationships within the DS bureau and/or with current contract implementers in security technology, program support, or operational services. 
• Exceptional understanding of federal security contracting environments, preferably in physical and technical security, risk mitigation, or countermeasures support. 
• Prior experience advising capture or proposal teams targeting State Department contracts strongly preferred. 
• Discretion, professionalism, and a strong sense of integrity in facilitating client-facing interactions.