Senior Contract Specialist (Secret Clearance Required)

Do you currently have a Secret clearance? Do you possess DAWIA Practitioner Level II Equivalency in the Contracting field? Do you want to support USSOCOM software-intensive digital applications?

About This Role

St. Michael's is hiring a Senior Contract Specialist to support a Department of Defense (DoD) client. As a Senior Contract Specialist, you will support development, implementation, and control of traditional and non-traditional financial, contractual, and technical aspects of projects/programs through designated phases of the acquisition cycle. You will work in a client-facing role and collaborate with DCAA and/or DCMA to determine fair and reasonable prices while participating in IPTs and advising stakeholders on acquisition and business-related issues.

Who You Are

• Active Secret Clearance
• Bachelor's degree in business or related field
• DAWIA Practitioner Level II Equivalency in the Contracting field
• Minimum 10 years working in federal government acquisition programs
• Minimum 8 years of acquisition/contracting experience
• Knowledge of contract data reporting tools, training, and database operations and maintenance
• Knowledge of pre- and post-award procedures for various contract types
• Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and SOFARS regulations
• Knowledge of rapid innovation acquisition strategies including BAAs, Commercial Solutions Offerings, SBIR/STTR, and Other Transactions

Highly Preferred:

• Master's degree in business or related discipline
• Minimum 6 years of acquisition/contracting experience with at least 1 year within USSOCOM

Primary Responsibilities

• Support development, implementation, and control of acquisition program activities
• Support acquisition and contracting strategy planning
• Conduct acquisition research using FAR and other regulatory guidance
• Prepare pre-solicitation documentation including D&F and DD Form 2579
• Prepare solicitations and amendments in contract writing systems
• Conduct price and cost analysis with DCAA and/or DCMA support
• Prepare contract negotiation positions including PNM and BCM
• Prepare contract awards, amendments, and post-award documentation
• Conduct contract administration functions retained by USSOCOM
• Maintain auditable and defendable contract files
• Participate in IPTs and assist stakeholders with acquisition issues

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Professional development support

This position will remain open until filled.

St. Michael's is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.