Lifecycle Acquisition Analyst - Expert Jobs
Job in
Springfield, Fairfax County, Virginia, 22150, USA
Listed on 2026-08-16
Listing for:
Clearance Jobs
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-16
Job specializations:
-
IT/Tech
Systems Analyst, IT Project Manager, Cybersecurity, Information Security & Data Protection
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Principal Expert Manager
Location:
Springfield, VA
Clearance Required:
US Citizenship and an active TS/SCI or TS/SCI w/polygraph. If polygraph is not held, candidates must be willing to take a polygraph.
Position
Description:
As a principal expert, this manager provides overarching strategic acquisition and program management support for a complex portfolio of programs. The role involves leading long-term acquisition planning, interfacing with senior agency executives, managing cross-functional dependencies, and ensuring that all procurement actions align with the agency's strategic, financial, and architectural objectives. Duties may include:
- Providing expert acquisition and program management counsel to senior government leadership on strategic planning, contract execution, and business development activities.
- Supporting the coordination and final review of complete procurement packages for Major System Acquisitions, including SOWs, Market Research, and IGCEs.
- Coordinating high-level activities between Acquisition, Contracts, Software Asset Management, Engineering, and Finance to enable the rapid and compliant acquisition of enterprise solutions.
- Supporting agency-level governance groups in the formulation of sound, long-range acquisition strategies and spending plans.
- Proactively identifying existing and potential contractual issues at a portfolio level, analyzing their systemic impact, and recommending courses of action to senior government leadership.
- Planning the overall contractor support strategy for IV&V and system security, ensuring the government receives a comprehensive and threat-informed assessment of the technical solution.
Required Skills:
- A minimum of 12 years of demonstrated experience in Program Management, including cost, schedule, performance, and risk management for complex programs.
- A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
- Expert-level experience in the full lifecycle of DoW or IC acquisitions, including the development and management of Major System Acquisitions.
Desired
Skills:
- Master's degree in a relevant field.
- Project Management Professional (PMP)® and/or DAWIA Level III certification in Program Management.
- Demonstrated experience working directly with senior executives (SES/Flag Officer) on time-sensitive, complex acquisition matters.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the relationship between IC agencies.
To View & Apply for jobs on this site that accept applications from your location or country, tap the button below to make a Search.
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).
Search for further Jobs Here:
×