Senior Acquisition Analyst (Cyber Security) (TS/SCI)
$170,000–$180,000 year
On-siteArlington, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Analyze financial and program data to support senior leaders in developing, coordinating, and reviewing acquisition strategies and contract documentation. Conduct market research to advise on acquisition strategies, draft performance work statements, statements of work, and cost estimates, and prepare executive briefs on program execution and contract status. Support DoD CIO program management by ensuring contractual accuracy with FAR and DFARS, maintaining electronic contract folders, and identifying opportunities for process improvement within acquisition workflows. Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while translating high-level strategy into actionable acquisition guidance and structured presentations.
Required Qualifications
- Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance
- Bachelor's Degree
- 10+ years of experience in DoD program management, acquisition, or contract support
- Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes, policies, and documentation requirements
- Ability to read and interpret DoD policy and translate it into actionable acquisition guidance
- Experience identifying disconnects or gaps in Service-level or agency acquisition documentation
- Demonstrated experience supporting IT or cyberspace-related programs within military components or DoD agencies
- Experience writing, researching, or interpreting DoD appropriations and acquisition-related documents
- Experience with RDT&E, Procurement, and O&M funding execution within a contract or program management context
- Advanced MS Word skills; proficient in PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of DoD budgeting principles, appropriations, policies, and strategy development
- Experience reviewing DoD and military service budget documents and identifying funding gaps or inconsistencies
- Familiarity with the Program Objective Memorandum (POM) process and DoD IT or cyberspace budgets
- Experience using budget systems such as DRDW, SNAP-IT, DITIP, or PRCP
- Knowledge of RDT&E, Procurement, and Operations and Maintenance funding
- Support DoD CIO program management, acquisition planning, and contract administration
- Assist with procuring services, software licenses, and equipment
- Conduct market research and recommend acquisition strategies
- Develop acquisition documents, including PWS, SOW, SOO, IGAs, cost estimates, DD254s, and contract modifications
- Review contracts for cost, schedule, performance, and compliance with FAR and DFARS requirements
- Use PIEE and EDA to maintain contract records and supporting documentation
- Identify process improvements and develop related acquisition policies and procedures
- Prepare leadership briefings on program status, financial planning, goals, and risks
- Strong written and verbal communication, critical-thinking, organizational, and project-management skills
- Ability to work independently, learn new concepts quickly, and manage multiple priorities
- Experience supporting cybersecurity-related acquisitions or budget reviews
- Familiarity with OMB Circular A-11 (acquisition-relevant portions) and laws governing DoD contracting
- Experience translating high-level strategy documents into acquisition requirements or contract language
- Ability to use CATMS or similar systems to manage, update, and track staff actions
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