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Proposal Writer Part Time Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Contracts Administrator

Vienna, VA · Remote

$35 - $40/hr

... Part-Time (20 to 30 hours a week) Hourly Range - $35 to $40 hourly (final hourly range will be ... Administer the complete contract lifecycle from proposal support through contract closeout for ...

... proposals and marketing efforts in areas of expertise. 8. Advise management on planning, pursuit ... Strong interpersonal skills and written and oral communication skills. Knowledge of best thinkers ...

... proposals and marketing efforts in areas of expertise. 8. Advise management on planning, pursuit ... Strong interpersonal skills and written and oral communication skills. Knowledge of best thinkers ...

System Architect

Chantilly, VA · On-site +1

$112K - $257K/yr

Experience with proposal writing * Knowledge of SAML, Active Directory, or LDAP Integrations ... Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible ...

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Telework Type: Part-Time Telework * Work Location: Reston, VA * Salary Range: 119,800 - 182,700 ... Analyzes metrics reports during proposal process and provides observations to proposal team.

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How much do proposal writer part time jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for proposal writer part time in Virginia is $80,551.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,000.00 and $89,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a proposal writer part time?

A Proposal Writer Part Time job involves creating, editing, and formatting proposals for businesses or organizations to secure contracts, funding, or partnerships. This role typically requires strong writing, research, and organizational skills to tailor proposals to meet client or funding requirements. Part-time proposal writers may work remotely or in-office, depending on the employer. They often collaborate with teams to gather necessary information and ensure proposals align with company goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a proposal writer part time?

To thrive as a Proposal Writer Part Time, you need excellent written communication, research skills, attention to detail, and usually a bachelor’s degree in English, communications, or a related field. Experience with proposal management software (such as RFPIO or Qvidian) and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite are often required. Strong organizational abilities, time management, and the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively make a candidate stand out. These skills are crucial to consistently delivering high-quality, persuasive proposals within tight deadlines and varying client requirements.

What are some of the common challenges faced by part-time proposal writers and how can they be managed?

Part-time Proposal Writers often work on tight deadlines and may need to juggle multiple projects simultaneously, requiring excellent prioritization skills. Communication with subject matter experts and other team members can be challenging with limited hours, so using collaborative tools and scheduling regular check-ins helps ensure alignment. Additionally, maintaining familiarity with each client's goals and preferences—even when splitting time across different organizations or industries—can be demanding but is made easier by keeping thorough notes and templates. Adapting to these challenges can enhance efficiency and improve the quality of your proposals. With strong organization and proactive communication, part-time Proposal Writers can successfully contribute to winning business for their teams.

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Infographic showing various Proposal Writer Part Time job openings in Virginia as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $80,551 per year, or $38.7 per hour.

Penetration Tester (Part Time & Remote)

Sterling, VA • On-site, Remote

TestPros
IT Services • 11 - 50 employees

$50 - $85/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 26 days ago


Job description

TestPros delivers innovative independent IT assessment solutions to critical challenges facing the nation and the world. We support the U.S. Federal Government and Commercial clients within the continental USA. TestPros is dedicated to making lives better, safer and more secure.
TestPros is looking for an experienced Penetration Testers to support our IT Security consulting work for various Commercial and Federal consulting services projects.
Start: Future projects late 2026 or 2027 (not an immediate job opening)
Type: Part-time consulting
Overview
This role is responsible for the successful delivery of penetration testing in both classic hosted and also in cloud hosted environments. In this role, the selected candidate will work with our client's product development teams to plan for, execute, and report on the results of penetration testing. You must be delivery and efficiency focused, with the ability to manage all aspects of a consulting project to include requirements analysis, bid and proposal development, resource planning, process improvement, and customer relationship management. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment where personal responsibility and open, direct, respectful communications are highly valued.
Responsibilities:
  • Conduct complete penetration tests, report on results, and provide improvement recommendations
  • Ensure customer satisfaction through the delivery of high-quality consulting services across a portfolio of commercial and federal government projects
  • Ability to elicit and understand customer requirements and covert those requirements into a technical services solution
  • Ability to accurately estimate time and cost for each project
  • Foster an environment of continuous learning, innovation and excellence
  • Work closely with development teams, product managers, and customer success teams to ensure successful delivery of consulting services or product implementation projects and remove roadblocks
  • Develop, review and approve formal statements of work, change requests, and proposals
  • Formulate timely reports and documentation to track progress
  • Effectively collaborate with peers and company leadership to accomplish team, corporate and client objectives
  • Answer developer, designer, and content contributor questions about IT Security requirements.
Experience Requirements:
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in penetration testing
  • Desired certifications - Security+, CEH, GPEN, OSCP, AWS, or equivalent
  • Understanding of OWASP Top 10 and "industry best practices" for penetration testing
  • Understanding of all aspects of Penetration Testing with an emphasis on white box testing, black box testing, internal networks, external networks, web applications, and application/code review
  • Understanding of Pen Test methods such as Open Source Security Testing Methodology Manual (OSSTMM), Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Penetration Testing Execution Standard (PTES), FedRAMP Penetration Test Guide, NIST, etc.
  • Proficient with the command line interface of multiple operating systems - Windows, macOS, Linux, etc.
  • Solid understanding of manual scripting and scripting languages- ex. Python, Bash, PowerShell, C/C++, etc.
  • Proficient with using commercial and open source penetration testing tools - ex. Metasploit, Nikto, SQLMAP, Responder, Nessus, Netcat, Burp Suite, etc.
  • Conduct and document vulnerability scans and penetration testing on web-based applications and their underlying hosts
  • Proven ability to perform computer network vulnerability assessment and penetration testing
  • Understanding of risk planning and mitigation strategies
  • Ability to prepare and present documents and briefing materials
  • Advise on new threats to the technologies and environment and provide mitigation steps when applicable
  • Provide security guidance on design, deployment, and architecture of web-based and cloud hosted applications.
  • Participate in technical discussions and collaborate with team members
  • Exceptional communication skills - both orally and written
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks at once, while still paying attention to detail
  • A strong work ethic and self-starter attitude, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience and advance

Rate: $50-85/hr (1099 or Corp. To Corp.). This range represents a good-faith estimate and is not a guarantee; final compensation is determined by factors such as experience, qualifications, and government contract labor rate requirements and may fall outside the stated range.
Equal Opportunity Employer
TestPros is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other non-merit factor.
Offer Considerations
TestPros considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.
Federal Compliance
As a federal contractor, TestPros is subject to all federal and state mandates and/or other customer requirements.