Acquisition Strategy and Documentation SME

Abacus Technology • Bedford, MA

3d • $155,700 - $170,100

About The Position

Abacus Technology is seeking an Acquisition Strategy and Documentation Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide acquisition support for the Command, Control, Communication, Intelligence and Networks (C3I&N) Directorate at Hanscom AFB. This full-time position will serve as the lead program manager for the Comply-to-Connect (C2C) initiative, a cybersecurity capability tied to the Department of the Air Force's Zero Trust goals. The role involves high-visibility leadership oversight, rapid program startup following a contract award scheduled for late summer, and close coordination with a vendor to accelerate delivery and keep deployment on track. The SME will quickly learn the technical landscape and explain complex technical concepts clearly to senior leaders, including through monthly status briefings to the Program Executive Officer (PEO).

Requirements

• At least 20 years of acquisition experience, including at least 10 years supporting Department of Defense programs.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Experience identifying acquisition strategy issues and proposing alternative solutions.
• Experience assisting with strategic-level issues and working independently and as a team member under tight deadlines and changing priorities.
• Proven leadership, team-building, strategic planning, and organizational development skills.
• Experience with an ACAT I-level program, including development of new programs with the Acquisition community.
• Experience developing RFP documentation and supporting Acquisition Strategy reviews.
• Experience preparing and presenting briefings for senior-level reviews.
• Experience initiating and managing high-visibility programs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work proactively with minimal supervision and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to provide quality acquisition and program documentation, including briefings, documents, and plans.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and hold a current Secret clearance.
• Must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and be subject to a U.S. government security investigation.

Nice To Haves

• Program control and Program Execution Group experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead program manager for the Comply-to-Connect (C2C) initiative, supporting the Department of the Air Force's Zero Trust goals.
• Prepare and deliver monthly status briefings directly to the Program Executive Officer (PEO).
• Lead program startup and kickoff activities following the contract award scheduled for late summer.
• Coordinate closely with the vendor to accelerate timelines, meet aggressive delivery schedules, and keep deployment on track.
• Learn and assess how C2C integrates with existing infrastructure and security frameworks.
• Brief senior leaders on complex technical concepts using clear, high-level communication.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) and matching
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Professional membership assistance
• Technical training assistance
• Certification assistance
• Education assistance

What This Job Offers

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