Position Overview
This role provides comprehensive acquisition and procurement support for the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) under the Background Investigations Enterprise Systems (BIES) program. The specialist ensures all acquisition activities align with federal statutes, agency policies, and national security requirements, enabling reliable and secure investigative operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, update, and maintain procurement documentation using standardized templates and collaborative platforms such as SharePoint
- Support full lifecycle contract administration, including deliverable tracking, modifications, and performance evaluation
- Ensure compliance with federal acquisition regulations and DCSA-specific procurement guidelines
- Collaborate with Contracting Officers and program stakeholders to resolve procurement challenges and uphold program integrity
- Monitor contract performance, reporting obligations, and compliance using dedicated contract management systems
- Conduct periodic audits and reviews to verify adherence to legal and regulatory standards
- Maintain detailed records of contract actions, deliverables, and performance indicators
- Identify and escalate risks, compliance issues, or operational concerns to government leadership
- Support procurement efforts related to enterprise IT modernization, cybersecurity enhancements, and system integration initiatives
- Assist in managing acquisitions for systems supporting National Background Investigation Services (NBIS), including clearance processing, biometric verification, and continuous vetting
- Coordinate with engineering, cybersecurity, and program management teams to align procurement with technical needs
- Track funding, licensing, and resource requirements across cloud and on-premise environments
- Support budget planning and execution for procurement-related activities
- Propose process improvements to enhance efficiency and scalability of acquisition workflows
- Adapt procurement strategies to meet growing operational demands
Required Qualifications
- Current DoD Top Secret security clearance
- Proven experience in federal acquisition and procurement operations
- Understanding of contract administration principles and regulatory compliance
- Familiarity with DoD acquisition frameworks and documentation standards
Technical Environment
SharePoint, contract management tools, National Background Investigation Services (NBIS), cloud and on-premise infrastructure
Work Location
Position is available to candidates located within the United States. Work arrangement details will be confirmed based on program requirements.
