Senior Contracts Specialist (Top Secret Clearance #26-164) in Arlington, Virginia at Strategic Analysis, Inc.

Strategic Analysis is seeking a Contract Specialist to support a fast-paced research and development organization within the Department of Defense (DoW). This is your chance to apply your expertise in government contracting while working with cutting-edge technologies and projects that shape the future of national security.

Qualification Requirements:

6+ years' experience in government procurement to include reviewing cost proposals, negotiating terms and conditions of contracts, preparing contract modifications, administering contracts or subcontracts, and analyzing cost and prices.
Prepare and manage terms and conditions for Department of Defense Research & Development (FAR Part 35) contracts and Other Transactions.
Assist in the negotiation and finalization of contracts, ensuring compliance with all regulations and requirements.
Draft and process contract modifications to meet evolving project needs and compliance standards.
Analyze procurement policies, procedures, and regulations to optimize contract performance and compliance.
Evaluate and assess proposed costs and prices to ensure fairness and reasonableness.
Prepare and maintain contract file documentation in compliance with FAR, DFARS, and other relevant policies and regulations.

Active DoD TS security clearance required
Bachelor's degree
Minimum of 6 years of experience
Proficient in MS PowerPoint, excel and/or other Microsoft products
Excellent communication skills, ability to work in a team environment, and be independently motivated.

Preferred Qualifications:

-Experience in government or commercial procurement (government preferred); contract administration and negotiation; cost and pricing analysis.

-DoD, Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) to include Enterprise Contract Writing Module (ECWM), Electronic Document Access (EDA), and Contract Deficiency Reports (CDR) Modules, and R&D contracting experience a plus.
-Experience with non-FAR based instruments such as Other Transaction Agreements, Grants, and/or Cooperative Agreements a plus but not required.

This is a full-time, hybrid, currently one day a week on-site position located at a Department of War research agency in Arlington, VA, offering you the opportunity to work in a collaborative and dynamic environment.