Acquisition Specialist III

VTG • Chantilly, VA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

VTG is looking for a Senior Acquisition Specialist in Chantilly, VA that provides expert-level acquisition leadership, advising government and program leadership on acquisition strategy, compliance, and execution across complex procurements.

Requirements

• TS/SCI with Poly Required
• Bachelor’s degree required
• 10+ years of acquisition or procurement experience
• Deep expertise in FAR, DFARS, and federal acquisition lifecycle
• Proven experience supporting large, complex federal procurements
• Strong leadership, advisory, and stakeholder engagement skills

Nice To Haves

• Master’s preferred
• Experience supporting IC, DoD, or DOJ mission programs
• DAWIA Level III or equivalent certification
• Experience supporting multiple contract vehicles and acquisition portfolios

Responsibilities

• Lead acquisition strategy development for complex or high-visibility procurements
• Advise program leadership on acquisition approaches, contract structures, and risk mitigation
• Oversee development and review of all acquisition documentation for FAR compliance
• Support or advise on source selection planning and execution
• Serve as senior liaison to contracting officers, legal counsel, and senior stakeholders
• Identify acquisition risks, schedule impacts, and regulatory constraints
• Mentor junior and mid-level acquisition specialists
• Support program reviews, audits, and acquisition governance activities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior