Acquisition Analyst Technical Specialist

Peraton•Sterling, VA

12d•Remote

About The Position

Peraton is seeking an Acquisition Analyst Technical Specialist to join their team supporting the Department of State (DOS) Bureau of Diplomatic Technology (DT) Consular Affairs Enterprise Infrastructure Operations (CAEIO) Program. This program focuses on IT Operations and Maintenance to modernize legacy networks, applications, and databases for global consular services. The Acquisition Analyst will be part of the Asset & Acquisition Team, managing the procurement process for all acquisitions, maintaining accurate asset inventories, supporting hardware and software reviews, and ensuring accurate inventory records. This role also handles maintenance renewals, software entitlements, and warranty support, while also identifying market trends and resolving procurement challenges to ensure timely acquisition of goods and services.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain SECRET Government Security Clearance.
Experience managing procurements following Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
Experience supporting a Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR).
9 years with High School diploma; 7 years with AS; 5 years with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD.

Nice To Haves

BA/BS or higher education certificate in Business Management, Government Acquisition, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
Familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite.
Experience with hardware and software procurements.
Ability to work independently, achieve productivity goals, and manage one’s time.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Support the entire acquisition life cycle, from pre-award planning through solicitation preparation, contract award, contract administration and contract close-out.
Support acquisition planning by preparing source selection documents, including evaluation criteria, justifications and approvals, synopses, and requests for proposals/quotes/bids, while also developing and providing detailed cost estimates in support of Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs).
Assist government procurement agencies in developing acquisition strategies, work statements, and evaluation plans, and qualifying vendors.
Coordinate procurement activities, including financial forecasting, name brand and sole-source justifications, acquisition planning, vendor coordination, and market research.
Collaborate with architecture and engineering teams to identify assets needed to support program tasks and projects. Collaboratively create a technical refresh roadmap per applicable refresh cycles.
Follow stringent procurement processes based on requirements and Supply Chain Risk Management process to create compliant packages.
Leverage a network of over 1,000 vendors and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) partners, product development, and industry analyst resources to identify opportunities for alternate product development.
Provide detailed specifications, statements of work, and justification documentation.
Route and track the status of procurement packages for Government approval.
Review invoices and obtain signed receiving reports from vendors and Government personnel.
Provide oversight and maintenance of contract files through contract close out.
Facilitate and prepare file information in response to audits.
Track orders and confirm system lead times, delivery dates, and costs.
Draft and route Receiving Reports for requester and COR validation and signature.