Federal Market & Business Development Analyst (Entry-Level)

Job Title: Federal Market & Business Development Analyst (Entry-Level)
Location: Egg Harbor Township, NJ – Hybrid (1–2 days on-site per week)
Department: Business Development & Marketing
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview
For 25 years, Spectrum Software Technology (SST) has helped our federal customers imagine, create, and implement innovative solutions across Aerospace, Defense, and Civil agencies. We are seeking an energetic, detail-oriented, and tech-savvy recent graduate to join our growing team in Egg Harbor Township as a Federal Market & Business Development Analyst. In this role, you will bridge the gap between traditional business marketing and specialized federal market intelligence.

You will receive hands-on training to navigate the federal procurement ecosystem, utilizing cutting-edge AI tools (like Google AI) and market intelligence platforms to scout, track, and research new government contract opportunities. Working in lockstep with our Business Development (BD) and Proposal teams, you will also support our general corporate marketing initiatives, brand awareness, and competitive research.

This is an exceptional launchpad role for a graduate looking to build a stable, highly marketable career in Federal Government Contracting (GovCon), corporate growth, or strategic marketing.

Key Responsibilities

Federal Market Intelligence & Opportunity Tracking (We Will Train You)

• Monitor Procurement Portals: Conduct daily monitoring of federal procurement platforms including GovTribe, OASIS+, GSA MAS (Multiple Award Schedule), and SAM.gov to identify active, upcoming, and forecast contract opportunities.
• Filter & Match Requirements: Analyze federal solicitations, Statements of Work (SOWs), and Requests for Information (RFIs) to map them against SST’s capabilities and specific NAICS codes.
• Agency Research: Research target federal agencies (such as the FAA and NASA), procurement histories, spending trends, and upcoming buying cycles to identify high-probability growth targets.
• Pipeline Management: Maintain and update the company’s BD pipeline CRM, ensuring all opportunity deadlines, data points, and tracking metrics are accurate.

Proposal & Business Development Support

• Collaborate with Proposal Teams: Assist the proposal managers by gathering background research on target opportunities, drafting compliance matrices, and tracking down historical contract data.
• Competitive Analysis: Research incumbent contractors and potential teammates or competitors to provide “Black Hat” intelligence for the BD team.
• AI Integration: Leverage Google AI and LLM tools to streamline document summaries, accelerate background research, and identify key operational requirements in massive government solicitations.

Brand, Marketing & Outreach

• Content & Communications: Write, proofread, and edit high-quality business content, including marketing slick sheets, capability narratives, website copy, and newsletter updates.
• Brand & Digital Marketing: Assist with managing company social media profiles and keeping track of corporate brand consistency across sst-it.com.
• Event Representation: Attend industry events, conferences, and trade shows to represent the brand, network with partners, and gather market insights.
• Collateral Development: Provide creative input and strategic feedback on the design, messaging, and layout of corporate brochures and marketing materials.
• Data Reporting: Synthesize complex market data into clean, visually scannable reports and Excel charts to present findings to leadership.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related business field. Recent grads with an outgoing mindset are highly encouraged to apply!
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Must be a strong writer capable of translating complex information into concise business copy.
• Technical Savviness: Strong computer proficiency, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace. Experience or a strong curiosity in leveraging Google AI/Generative AI tools to optimize workflows is highly desired.
• Analytical Mindset: A natural curiosity for digging through data, finding patterns, and researching information online.
• Organizational Skills: High attention to detail with the ability to manage daily monitoring routines alongside long-term research projects.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Training: Structured training on the federal procurement landscape and specialized software (GovTribe, GSA schedules, etc.).
• Executive Mentorship: Direct mentorship from seasoned GovCon Business Development and Proposal executives.
• Flexible Hybrid Schedule: 1–2 days per week in our Egg Harbor Township office, with the remainder remote.
• Competitive Compensation: Competitive starting salary
• 100% Covered Healthcare: 100% employer-paid health, vision, and dental insurance, effective Day One.
• Retirement & Time Off: 401(k) with company match, generous Paid Time Off (PTO), and 11 paid holidays.
• Clear Career Path: Direct progression tracks into Proposal Management, Capture Management, or Corporate Marketing Director roles.