Procurement Specialist

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. Support CISA IT acquisition activities by developing and maintaining pre-award requirements, work packages, Statements of Work, acquisition strategies, and supporting documentation .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeArlington • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $105,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in federal acquisition processes, including the development and management of Statements of Work and procurement documentation, while effectively coordinating with stakeholders and maintaining compliance with safeguarding requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Federal Acquisition SupportContract ManagementMicrosoft Excel SkillsStrong Written And Verbal CommunicationDHS Suitability

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Hard Skills

Acquisition Requirements DevelopmentStatements Of WorkProcurement DocumentationCost And Schedule TrackingData TrackingProcess ImprovementPost-Award SupportWork Packages

Soft Skills

Stakeholder CoordinationTime ManagementClear Documentation Development

Tools & Technologies

Power BIAcquisition Planning ToolsContract Tracking Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

DHS SuitabilityPublic Trust Or Suitability Determination

Industry Keywords

Controlled Unclassified InformationFederal EnvironmentProcurement RequestsFinancial WorkflowsStandard Operating Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support CISA IT acquisition activities by developing and maintaining pre-award requirements, work packages, Statements of Work, acquisition strategies, and supporting documentation
Coordinate requirements through internal review and approval processes, including procurement requests, financial workflows, and leadership reviews
Maintain acquisition planning tools, contract data, tracking logs, and standard operating procedures (SOPs), incorporating stakeholder feedback and identifying opportunities for process improvement
Provide post-award support to Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs), including maintaining procurement request packages, modification documentation, cost and schedule information, and contract tracking systems
Prepare clear, professional reports, guidance materials, and status updates for stakeholders and leadership
Support contractor personnel suitability tracking and other operational reporting requirements
Handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and adhere to applicable safeguarding and compliance requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

DHS Suitability is Required
BS/BA degree
3 - 5 years of supporting federal acquisition, contract management, procurement, program management, or a related discipline, preferably within an Information Technology environment
Experience developing and managing acquisition requirements, Statements of Work, work packages, procurement documentation, and related pre- and post-award materials
Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, data tracking, and reporting
Experience with Power BI is a plus
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop clear documentation, guidance, status reports, and executive-level materials
Ability to manage multiple acquisition actions simultaneously, maintain accurate tracking data, coordinate with diverse stakeholders, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced federal environment
Only U.S. citizens are eligible for this position
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability Determination

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long-Term Disability
Training & Development