About Apollo
Apollo Information Systems is a cybersecurity services company delivering comprehensive security and compliance programs to organizations that need measurable protection without the burden of building it alone. Backed by a Series A investment led by Syn Ventures, Apollo is pioneering a cybersecurity-as-a-service model that replaces fragmented tools and episodic engagements with unified, outcome-driven security programs.
Through Apollo Aegis - a subscription-based cybersecurity and compliance platform - and a full portfolio of managed security, advisory, assessment, incident response, and offensive security services, Apollo helps organizations reduce risk, simplify operations, and maintain continuous compliance. Apollo's primary markets include state and local government, K-12 and higher education, and mid-market enterprises, with deep specialization in election security.
Our Culture
We are growing rapidly and have significant expansion plans and growth capital. We foster a collaborative environment where deep cybersecurity expertise meets business acumen, enabling our professionals to solve complex security challenges while building lasting client partnerships. We pride ourselves on our integrity and ethics. You’ll find smart, professional, mission-driven, hardworking, genuinely kind and good colleagues here. We primarily work remotely but have a hub in Denver.
Position Overview:
Apollo Information Systems is seeking a Proposal Manager to own end-to-end proposal operations. This role combines strategic thinking, exceptional writing and editing ability, and AI fluency to rapidly produce high-quality proposals, marketing materials, and business development content that define our cybersecurity services and win new business. The ideal candidate is comfortable creating outcome focused processes, building relationships, and owning RFP processes. The Proposal Manager will operate as a service-oriented partner across functions, focusing on unblocking teammates rather than enforcing handoff protocols.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage end-to-end RFP response process, from opportunity evaluation through final submission
Prioritize and triage bid opportunities from GovSpend based on strategic fit and win probability including the development of RFP acceptance criteria
Project manage proposal development, coordinating across technical teams and leadership to ensure all questions are answered and compliance requirements are met
Partner with Technical Teams, Sales, and Company Leadership to develop go/no go criteria
Maintain organized proposal library and tracking systems
Maintain internal repository of proposal content and answers
Draft compelling proposals that clearly articulate our technical capabilities and value proposition with the aid of AI
Generate statements of work that accurately scope projects, define deliverables, and set clear expectations
Write blog posts, case studies, white papers, and thought leadership content that demonstrates our expertise and positions Apollo as an industry leader
Develop standardized templates and frameworks for common deliverables to increase efficiency
Develop comprehensive service offering marketing collateral including one-pagers, capability statements, presentations, and pitch decks
Marketing content materials including website and social media content as bandwidth allows
Qualifications
Demonstrated, self-directed use of AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT, etc.) in a professional setting to accelerate content creation while maintaining quality and accuracy through editorial processes
Building workflows and processes from scratch and iterating them based on outcomes
Ability to write clearly and persuasively for diverse audiences, from technical evaluators to C-suite executives
Meticulous approach to accuracy, formatting, and quality control
Strong project management skills with ability to juggle multiple deadlines and work collaboratively across multiple teams
Capacity to rapidly absorb technical concepts and business nuances in the cybersecurity domain
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work effectively across teams and prioritize customer outcomes over processes flows
Light PowerPoint design skills for creating professional, visually appealing presentations
Expectations:
At 30 days:
Learn business, understand how we operate and the tools we use
Start the RFP writing process with guidance from team
Within 60 days:
Leverage AI to create multiple RFP’s each week
Create and update content library reducing the time it takes to create RFPs
Understand the VAR and Services space and Apollo’s competitive advantage
By 90 days:
Own the RFP process with little oversight, consistently creating daily RFPs
Maintain marketing library and materials
Mature proposal process through the improvement of operational efficiency and process
Company Values
We have created a fantastic corporate culture – our values drive our behaviors. Here are the expectations:
Passion for cybersecurity and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of security.
Customer Outcomes: Their success is our success, we are business partners
Entrepreneurial Approach: fast decision making, empowerment, focus on results, test and learn
Win Together: Intense Collaboration, no silos
Integrity is paramount
Why You'll Love Working Here
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, the company covers 100% of employee premiums and 90% of dependent premiums on base plans
Unlimited PTO, 7 paid sick days, and 11 paid holidays
401(k) with 4% company match after 90 days, immediately vested
Company‑paid life insurance at 1x annual salary
Company‑paid Short‑Term Disability (STD) and Long‑Term Disability (LTD) coverage
$125 monthly home‑office tech stipend for internet, equipment, and other technology needs
Amazing colleagues, a collaborative environment, and a supportive, growth‑focused culture
Apollo-IS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Apollo-IS provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
Skills Required
- Demonstrated use of AI tools in a professional setting
- Ability to write persuasively for diverse audiences
- Strong project management skills to handle multiple deadlines
- Experience in the cybersecurity domain
- Light PowerPoint design skills
Apollo Information Systems Corp Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Apollo Information Systems Corp and has not been reviewed or approved by Apollo Information Systems Corp.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Employer-provided base pay ranges on current postings give clear anchors for multiple roles, and feedback suggests levels are competitive for key functions.
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Affordable Benefits — Employer-paid employee premiums and high dependent subsidies on base plans indicate low out-of-pocket costs for core health coverage.
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Retirement Support — A company 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting is highlighted, suggesting solid long-term savings support.
Apollo Information Systems Corp Insights
What We Do
Apollo Information Systems, Corp., operating in the USA and Canada, is a security leader for high-stakes organizations and businesses. With more than twenty years in cybersecurity and IT, Apollo has built a legacy of creating urgent and proactive resilience using the best tools, approaches, and solutions available across multiple industry verticals and government branches. Apollo’s dynamic defense approach to cybersecurity changes the rules of engagement on traditional detect-and-respond practices, so organizations can be confident against a hostile environment of threats and uncertainty. Our approach simply aligns the protection of what matters the most to the organization to the most efficient allocation of protection per dollar. Apollo is led by some of the most respected professionals in the security industry who are steeped in real-world operational experience across multiple industry verticals and government branches. Apollo's enormous suite of solutions and services offers complete cybersecurity defense from early warning and threat intelligence to professional advisory services and incident response.
Why Work With Us
Too many in the security space have made half-baked promises, sold ineffective solutions, or were simply incapable of addressing the challenges we all face. Apollo does not sell a bill of useless goods. We believe in making the world a safer place and this notion is bigger than us. We empower our committed teams to accomplish this goal.
