Contract Specialist; Senior-Level Secret Clearance

Strategic Analysis is seeking a Contract Specialist to support a fast‑paced research and development organization within the Department of War (DOW). This is your chance to apply your expertise in government contracting while working with cutting‑edge technologies and projects that shape the future of national security.

• 12+ years experience in government procurement including preparing cost proposals, negotiating terms and conditions of contracts, preparing contract modifications, administering contracts or subcontracts, and analyzing cost and prices.
• Prepare and manage terms and conditions for Department of Defense Research & Development (FAR Part 35) contracts and Other Transactions.
• Assist in the negotiation and finalization of contracts, ensuring compliance with all regulations and requirements.
• Draft and process contract modifications to meet evolving project needs and compliance standards.
• Analyze procurement policies, procedures, and regulations to optimize contract performance and compliance.
• Evaluate and assess proposed costs and prices to ensure fairness and reasonableness.
• Prepare and maintain contract file documentation in compliance with FAR, DFARS, and other relevant policies and regulations.
• Active DoD security clearance required.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience.
• Proficient in MS PowerPoint, Excel and/or other Microsoft products.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to work in a team environment, and be independently motivated.

• Experience in government or commercial procurement (government preferred); contract administration and negotiation; cost and pricing analysis.
• DoD, CON-IT contractual software, and R&D contracting experience a plus.
• Experience with non-FAR based instruments such as Other Transaction Agreements, Grants, and/or Cooperative Agreements a plus but not required.

This is a full‑time, hybrid, one day a week on‑site position located at a Department of War research agency in Arlington, VA, offering you the opportunity to work in a collaborative and dynamic environment.