Business Development Lead

Business Development Lead State & Local IT Engagement

Location: Springfield, IL (Hybrid/Onsite as needed)
Company: Alert IT Solutions Inc.
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent | Competitive Base + Incentives

About Alert IT Solutions

Alert IT Solutions Inc. is the Prime Awardee for the State of Illinois Technology Operations Professional Services Category 1 (Infrastructure & Operations) contract. We are authorized to provide 17 categories of IT staffing and professional services (PMs, BAs, DBAs, Network Engineers, Help Desk, etc.) across state agencies through 2033.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Business Development Lead to represent Alert IT Solutions in Springfield, IL. This role will focus on

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and expand relationships with CIOs, GCIOs, and executive leaders in Illinois state government.
• Promote and increase usage of Alert IT s statewide DoIT CAT1 contract.
• Identify agency IT staffing and modernization needs; align with our authorized service offerings.
• Coordinate with internal recruitment/delivery teams to respond quickly to agency requests.
• Attend supplier diversity events, industry days, and agency briefings to represent Alert IT.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of business development, client engagement, or account management experience in IT services.
• Strong understanding of Illinois state government agencies and procurement processes.
• Proven record of building executive-level relationships and driving contract growth.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and networking skills.

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• Based in or near Springfield, IL with ability to attend in-person meetings/events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience as a state agency executive, procurement officer, or IT contracting leader.
• Familiarity with statewide master contracts and staffing vehicles.
• Established Springfield network and reputation in government IT.

Why Alert IT?

• Long-term statewide contract (valid through 2033).
• Competitive salary + performance incentives.
• Leadership visibility, growth opportunities, and impact at the state level.