Contract Support Specialist, DHS CBP

Logistics Management Institute•Washington, DC

119d•Remote

About The Position

LMI seeks a Contract Support Specialist to support U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) programs in the National Capital Region. This role serves as the Government's advisor and Subject Matter Expert for contracting activities, directly supporting the Government Contracting Officer Representative (COR). The specialist will provide dedicated acquisition and contract administration support to the COR at U.S. CBP, augmenting the team's work in providing technology to protect the nation. LMI is a digital solutions provider focused on accelerating government impact through innovation and speed, leveraging technology, AI, and expertise in federal deployment to enhance government outcomes. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI serves defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a CBP Public Trust clearance or higher as required by the contract.
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred. Work experience may substitute for education.
Minimum 2 years of experience supporting federal acquisition or contract oversight functions, with preferred experience supporting DHS or CBP contracts.
Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Homeland Security Acquisition Regulation (HSAR), and DHS procurement policies.
Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and federal procurement systems such as PRISM, FPDS-NG, and/or CBP-specific tools.
Ability to work independently while maintaining close coordination with CORs and program offices.
Applicants must meet eligibility requirements for a U.S. Government security clearance.
Only US Citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
For this position, LMI will only consider applicants with security clearances or applicants who are eligible for security clearances, due to the nature of the work.

Nice To Haves

CBP BI Suitability desired
DAWIA, DHS or CBP COR Level I or II certification or equivalent training.
2+ years of experience as a warranted contracting officer
Familiarity with CBP acquisition processes and mission-specific requirements, such as those involving border enforcement technology, surveillance systems, or tactical infrastructure.
Experience supporting performance-based or service contracts.

Responsibilities

Support the COR in monitoring contractor performance against technical requirements, milestones, and deliverables.
Lead and facilitate collaboration across functional areas to solve complex contracting problems to meet client requirements.
Track contract actions and maintain organized and auditable contract files in accordance with CBP and DHS acquisition policies.
Assist with reviewing contractor invoices, reconciling funding amounts, and coordinating with financial management offices.
Support preparation and review of technical documents, including Statements of Work (SOW), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE), Performance Work Statements (PWS), and Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASP).
Coordinate with Contracting Officers (COs), Program Managers (PMs), and stakeholders across CBP.
Maintain records of communications and performance assessments using CBP systems and templates.
Assist with pre- and post-award contract activities such as market research, proposal evaluations, and documentation for contract modifications and extensions.
Support internal and external reviews, audits, and data calls related to contract performance and compliance.