Sr. Contracts Specialist

Job Family:

Federal Contracts (ESA)

Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Clearance Required:

Active Top Secret SCI with Polygraph

What You Will Do:

As a Sr. Contracts Specialist, you will be a part of the contracts team for a federal government R&D organization providing support for the entire program lifecycle, from source selection activities through contract closeout. Leverage expertise in negotiation, handle multiple priorities effectively, work with a wide variety of technical and project management staff, and apply knowledge of risk assessments and federal procurement topics.

Working in a team environment, you will act as an advisor regarding legal requirements, client specifications, and government regulations to streamline the acquisition process and maximize client resources.

What You Will Need:

An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TS/SCI Federal or DoD security clearance with a polygraph

Bachelor’s degreeFIVE (5) years of experience as a contracts professional in the industry or a contracting officer in the federal government. Experience should include, but not be limited to:

Intel Community experience with contracts or subcontracts

Experience with procurement lifecycle, from source selection activities through closeout.

Experience with Requests for Information (RFI) and Broad Agency Announcements (BAA)

Experience with evaluation of cost and price procedures/techniques to evaluate offers

What Would Be Nice To Have:

Demonstrated knowledge of and the formation and administration of different government contract types

Demonstrated proficient knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) AND with Non-FAR based instruments such as Other Transaction Agreements Assist with the preparation of contract award and modification packages for final review and approval

Ability to be self-directed and work under minimal supervision

Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to deal effectively with personnel at all levels

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat Demonstrated ability to collaborate across functional teams

Experience working in a closed areas with moderate oversight.

Prior experience as a lead on a contract

Experience entering and maintaining contract data into a contract management system.

The annual salary range for this position is $85,000.00-$. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan Basic Life & Supplemental Life Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Student Loan Pay Down Tuition  Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities Skills Development & Certifications Employee Referral Program Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program Mobility Stipend About Guidehouse Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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