Contract Specialist (Research and Development)
About The Position
ANSER enhances national and homeland security by strengthening public institutions. We provide thought leadership for complex issues through independent analysis, and we deliver practical, useful solutions. ANSER values collaboration, integrity, and initiative and we are client focused in all that we do. Because we were established for the purpose of public service and not for profit, we measure our success in the impact of our service. ANSER is seeking a Contract Specialist (Research & Development) to provide direct support for an Intelligence Community customer. This role will support research and development procurement activities. You will provide senior-level contracting expertise across pre-award and post-award phases to enable complex research initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Minimum 10 years of experience supporting Federal contracting activities.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation procedures.
- Demonstrated experience supporting cost and price analysis.
- Demonstrated experience supporting contract administration through closeout.
- Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance with polygraph.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting research and development procurements.
- Experience supporting source selections within the Intelligence Community.
- Experience supporting a demanding, fast-paced customer environment requiring flexibility, professionalism, and attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Support development and execution of acquisition strategies for research procurements.
- Prepare and review solicitation documents and contract modifications.
- Conduct cost and price analyses to support evaluation of offers.
- Review contractor cost breakdowns and supporting documentation.
- Support source selection activities and evaluation processes.
- Monitor contract performance and support post-award administration through closeout.
- Interpret acquisition policies and provide guidance to program offices.
- Prepare briefing materials for senior leadership.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
