Ventures Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +2 more states.

📋 Description

• Oversee investments in startups under the direction of the Managing Partner.

• Propel portfolio companies’ products into SAIC offerings and facilitate sales to SAIC customers.

• Utilize data, relationships, technology, and tools to shape investment strategies tailored to capabilities and market needs that align with Ventures’, enterprise, technology, and go-to-market strategies.

• Foster investment opportunities alongside co-investors and startups with aligned strategies.

• Assist in conducting commercial due diligence for startup investments prior to investment decisions.

• Lead technical and business due diligence with finance and legal assistance to finalize investment business cases, deal terms, and valuations.

• Formulate comprehensive investment strategies and deal-specific investment theses in collaboration with the Managing Partner and Managing Director.

• Cultivate stakeholder confidence and prepare materials to support favorable investment committee decisions.

• Act as the primary point of contact for engaging with the startup ecosystem among VC, CVC, and startup relationships.

• Participate in and host meetings and events to enhance SAIC’s ecosystem presence.

• Work in conjunction with the Solutions & Technologies Group, business functions, and business units on investment theses, deal strategies, and execution.

• Provide guidance to portfolio companies regarding access to SAIC subject matter experts and the venture ecosystem.

• Generate quarterly and ad hoc reports on portfolio companies and the overall portfolio.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 6 years of experience, including roles at a startup or a larger company within technology, product, GTM, or strategic roles.

• Candidates must be U.S. Citizens.

• A strong enthusiasm for technology-based startups with a proven track record of cultivating and closing deals as an investor in either VC or CVC is essential.

• Strong qualitative and quantitative analytical skills are required.

• Outstanding communication, active listening, critical thinking, collaboration, and presentation skills are necessary.

• Experience working with or for a government agency or in a military context is advantageous.

• A robust network in dual-use commercial technology, national security-focused technology startups, and the broader innovation and investment economy is a plus.

• An MBA, JD, or Master's degree in a relevant field is a bonus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• Retirement savings plan with company matching.