Acquisition Support Specialist (Journeyman)

CACI • Ashburn, VA

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About The Position

CACI is seeking a Journeyman Acquisition Support Specialist for the Global Mission Operations Support (GMOS) contract, supporting the Department of State. The role supports national security through IT solutions and contributes to the modernization and maintenance of applications and infrastructure using an integrated IT Service Management approach. The specialist will work with an experienced team to provide IT support on a program of national importance.

The position involves supporting procurement of IT-related goods and services throughout the acquisition and contract lifecycle. The specialist conducts market research, develops procurement documentation and cost estimates, routes packages for government review, coordinates with vendors and government personnel, manages contract files, validates invoices, and supports audits. An active Secret clearance, a bachelor’s degree and related experience (or equivalent qualifications), and knowledge of federal acquisition practices are required. The proposed salary range is $66,100–$135,600.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and four years of experience in a related field, such as acquisition support, contract administration, procurement operations, federal contracting, or IT procurement; equivalencies are considered.
• Active Secret clearance.
• Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) principles, government procurement processes, and contract lifecycle management.
• Ability to develop statements of work and technical specifications and prepare Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs).
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple procurement actions accurately.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to coordinate with vendors, contracting officers, and government personnel.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience supporting federal agencies, especially the Department of State.
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) or Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) certification.
• Experience with Department of State-specific procurement systems and approval channels (CA/DT/EA/CST).
• Knowledge of IT hardware and software licensing models.
• Experience supporting audit responses and maintaining audit-ready documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to evaluate alternatives for IT-related goods and services using government acquisition methods.
• Develop technical specifications, statements of work, and procurement justifications aligned with agency requirements.
• Prepare cost estimates and supporting documentation for Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) in accordance with FAR requirements.
• Route procurement packages through CA/DT/EA/CST channels for government review and approval, track their status, and coordinate with CA Acquisitions.
• Manage vendor configurations and proprietary purchasing constraints in the Department of State acquisition environment.
• Review vendor invoices against contract terms, obtain signed receiving reports, and ensure financial accuracy for payment processing.
• Manage contract files from award through closeout, maintaining complete documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Procure IT goods and services, including hardware, software licenses, peripherals, maintenance agreements, warranties, and professional services.
• Facilitate audit responses and prepare procurement records that are audit-ready and compliant with federal standards.
• Verify proof of entitlements, warranties, and license agreements are registered in DT/EA/CST’s name and maintained throughout the contract lifecycle.

Benefits

• Flexible time off benefit.
• Learning resources and learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

What This Job Offers

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