Job Description

Intelligent. Dynamic. Resilient.

Everfox, formerly Forcepoint Federal, has been defending the world’s most critical data and networks against the most complex cyber threats imaginable for more than 25 years. As trailblazers in defense-grade, high assurance cyber security, we have been leading the way in developing and delivering innovative cyber security technology. We protect data wherever it resides. Our unwavering dedication and commitment to our customers and the critical missions they serve are what set us apart. We are dynamic, vigilant, and proactive in everything we do. Our suite of cross domain, threat protection and insider risk solutions empower governments and enterprise organizations to use data safely - where and however their people need it. At Everfox, we innovate, we invest, we achieve. We protect what matters most to our customers. And we offer protection like no other. We do all of this so our customers can focus on what matters most… their mission.

Reports to: Chief Strategy & Corporate Development Officer

Location: Herndon

Function: Corporate Development

The Vice President, Corporate Development will lead Everfox’s inorganic growth agenda — sourcing, evaluating, executing, and integrating acquisitions, investments, and strategic partnerships that position Everfox for leadership in the Defense Tech market.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Development Strategy & Pipeline

• Translate the enterprise strategy and three-year plan into a prioritized acquisition roadmap.
• Build and manage a qualified pipeline of acquisition targets and strategic partners.
• Develop investment theses aligned with Everfox’s strategic priorities.
• Analyze emerging technology markets and competitors to inform acquisition theses.
• Cultivate relationships with founders, investors, bankers, advisors, and industry leaders.

Transaction Evaluation and Execution

• Lead the end-to-end transaction process, from initial opportunity assessment through negotiation and close.
• Develop business cases, valuation models, synergy assessments, value creation plans, and executive recommendations.
• Coordinate financial, commercial, legal, technical, operational, human capital, cybersecurity, and regulatory due diligence.
• Partner with Finance, Legal, Product, Technology, Sales, People, Security, and external advisors to evaluate opportunities.
• Support the negotiation of letters of intent, purchase agreements, partnership structures, and other transaction terms.
• Prepare decision-ready transaction materials for the CSCDO, CEO, executive leadership team, and Board.
• Drive deal execution with clear governance and decision criteria.
• Evaluate JVs, minority investments, and strategic partnerships where they accelerate the inorganic growth thesis.

M&A Integration & Value Realization

• Develop value creation plans pre-close and own delivery against them post-close, in partnership with business and functional leaders.
• Establish integration principles, governance, workstreams, milestones, and success measures before transaction close.
• Ensure integration decisions protect customer commitments, critical talent, intellectual property, security requirements, and business continuity.
• Track synergy realization, integration risks, strategic outcomes, and transaction performance.
• Conduct post-transaction reviews and incorporate lessons learned into future corporate development activity.

Leadership Expectations

• Operate as a trusted advisor to the CSCDO and executive leadership team.
• Lead cross-functional teams through high-stakes, confidential, and time-sensitive initiatives.
• Build scalable corporate development processes, governance, tools, and decision frameworks.
• Balance strategic ambition with financial discipline, operational feasibility, and execution risk.
• Demonstrate sound judgment when working with sensitive company, employee, customer, and transaction information.
• Model Everfox’s values: Customer & Mission First, Team Over Self, Speed with Purpose, and Commitment to Excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business, engineering, or a related field; MBA or comparable advanced degree preferred.
• 12+ years of experience in corporate development, investment banking, or private equity.
• Proven track record leading and completing multiple acquisitions.
• Expertise in financial modeling, valuation, and synergy analysis.
• Skilled at presenting to executive leadership and Boards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within Defense Tech, cybersecurity, national security, government contracting, or enterprise software.
• Understanding of federal customers, classified environments, export controls, regulatory requirements, and security considerations.
• Experience working in a private equity-backed or acquisitive organization.
• Experience leading post-merger integration and tracking transaction value realization.
• Established relationships across relevant technology, investment, banking, and advisory communities.
• Familiarity with recurring-revenue, software, technology, and government-contracting valuation models.

Measures of Success

During the first 12–18 months, success will include:

• A prioritized acquisition pipeline and roadmap aligned with enterprise strategy.
• Consistent acquisition evaluation, diligence, approval, and integration frameworks in place.
• Decision-ready recommendations delivered to the CSCDO and executive leadership team.
• Qualified transactions or partnerships advanced and aligned with strategic priorities.
• Improved cross-functional readiness for future acquisitions and integrations.
• Measurable accountability for transaction outcomes, synergies, and value realization.
• Strengthened external network of potential targets, partners, investors, and advisors.

Role Scope

This role is expected to begin as a senior individual-contributor and enterprise leader, supported by cross-functional teams and external advisors. As acquisition volume and organizational needs increase, the VP may build a dedicated corporate development team responsible for transaction analysis, diligence, integration management, and portfolio performance.

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is:

$253,500.00-319,700.00 USD

The actual salary offered may vary within the range based on a candidates' unique experience, locale, and business needs. In addition to a base salary and bonus plans, Everfox offers a generous benefits package including flexible PTO, a 401k match, and contribution to healthcare coverages. Our talent acquisition team will provide specific information regarding bonus eligibility and benefits offerings.

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Everfox is an equal employment opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination. Everfox does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, medical condition, or any other category protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company’s career webpage as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to HR@everfox.com

Everfox is a Federal Contractor. Certain positions with Everfox require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

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