Contracts/Acquisition Support Specialist

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Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays

Markon is seeking a Contracts/Aquisition Specialist to support our NRO client from Chantilly, VA.

The ideal Contracts Specialist will be responsible for (but not limited to) the following tasks:

• Develop and manage contracts for NRO programs, ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and the NRO Acquisition Manual (NAM).

• Prepare and review procurement documentation, including Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Statements of Work (SOWs), Justifications & Approvals (J&As), and contract modifications.

• Attend Program Management Reviews (PMRs) and Budget Management Reviews (BMRs), providing acquisition-related analysis.

• Conduct market research and cost/price analysis to inform acquisition planning and strategy.

• Negotiate contract terms, pricing, and performance metrics with contractors and vendors.

• Monitor contractor performance and resolve contract-related issues throughout the lifecycle.

• Support the development and execution of acquisition strategies to ensure efficiency, compliance, and mission success.

• Advise program managers and technical staff on procurement regulations and best practices.

• Participate in audits and respond to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.

• Maintain complete and accurate contract files in accordance with federal and agency-specific guidelines.

Required:

• 4+ years of experience with a Master’s in Business Administration, Finance, Procurement, or a related field

  • OR 10 years with a High School Diploma/GED

  • OR 8 years with an Associate degree

  • OR 6 years with a Bachelor’s degree

 

AND

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Counter-Intelligence (CI) Polygraph (preferably from this client)

• Experience in government contracting, acquisition management, or procurement processes

• Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and other relevant acquisition policies

• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to collaborate effectively with program teams, legal counsel, and contracting officers

Desired:

• Experience supporting the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) or Intelligence Community (IC) programs

• DAWIA or FAC-C certification in Contracting or other related acquisition certification

• Familiarity with NRO systems and tools related to acquisition and financial tracking

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Experience drafting acquisition plans, independent government cost estimates (IGCEs), and source selection documentation

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

USD $120,000.00 - USD $200,000.00 /Yr.

The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.