Sr. Acquisition Specialist II
| Company | MetroStar |
|---|---|
| Location | Fort Belvoir, VA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- An active DoD Secret clearance
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration or other related field
- 8+ years of experience in software project management, software acquisition, or software procurement
- Understanding and experience with large, complex Government IT projects and organizations
- Working knowledge of the DoD Directive 5000.01 Acquisition regulations
- Experience providing subject matter expertise to Government clients in the acquisition of software through the Software Acquisition Pathway (SWP) or Middle Tier Acquisition (MTA)
- Familiarity with software development lifecycles, Agile methodologies, and DevSecOps practices in DoD environments
- Experience with developing Performance Work Statements (PWSs) for software requirements
- Knowledge and experience with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and non-FAR-based procurements such as Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs), Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs), Partnership Intermediary Agreements (PIAs), or Commercial Solutions Openings (CSOs)
Responsibilities
- Supports Government PM and technical experts on contractual matters based on a working knowledge of acquisition regulations and policy
- Develop and refine software acquisition strategies to meet program goals and timelines
- Coordinate with development teams and stakeholders to gather requirements and align acquisition plans
- Manage procurement timelines, contracts, and budgets to ensure compliance and efficiency
- Research and implement non-traditional procurement methods to enhance software delivery speed and flexibility
- Prepare acquisition documentation, including Performance Work Statements, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and evaluation criteria
- Conduct market research and engage with vendors to identify innovative solutions and contracting opportunities
- Monitor software development progress and ensure alignment with acquisition milestones
- Provide acquisition guidance and support to program managers and leadership
Preferred Qualifications
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No preferred qualifications provided.