Lead Solutions Architect (Government)

AT&T • Columbia, SC

23d • $160,000 - $190,000 • Onsite

About The Position

This position requires office presence of 2- 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered. AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government. We are dedicated to recruiting, developing and empowering a diverse, high-performing workforce that is passionate about what they do, committed to our shared values and dedicated to our customers’ mission. Our National Security Team supports our Nation’s warfighters, providing, operating, and assuring critical voice, video and collaboration services for the full spectrum of operations. The Contracts team provides specialized expertise, guidance and support to the program and represents AT&T to the Federal Government customer. AT&T has an opening for Lead Solutions Architects to support the Public Sector Business, providing indirect Contracts Management support to AT&T and its’ Federal Government customers.

Requirements

• Candidate must have a bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience managing Federal Government contracts including proposal preparation, contract negotiations and overall administration of assigned government contracts.
• Contract Management experience required with all contract types (primarily CPAF), working expertise with Federal Acquisition Regulation, and agency supplements, good organization skills, excellent written and oral communications skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Experience with Government contracting issues such as conflict of interest, request for equitable adjustment, funding realignment, and security in government contracting.
• Candidate should have excellent administration skills, experience using Microsoft Office products, and ability to learn new computer applications.
• Position will work 40-100% in the office.
• Required Clearance: TS/SCI (#tssci) (#polygraph)

Nice To Haves

• Professional certification desired.
• A working understanding of the Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and experience with Intelligence agencies, DoD and Civilian agency contracts is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Cradle to grave contracts management of Cost Reimbursable, Fixed Price and T&M type contracts.
• Knowledge of the Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
• Represent AT&T and interface with Customer Contracting Officials, including corporate signature authority
• Manage and maintain contract files
• Serve as a trusted advisor to contract PMO; provide guidance concerning contractual terms and conditions
• Manage multiple issues and clients’ requests simultaneously
• Advise Program Management team of their rights and obligations under the contract terms
• Review contract terms and conditions for completeness and consistency with corporate policies and standards
• Identify and mitigate risks
• Negotiate contract modifications, review & support change proposals and potentially follow-on work
• Issue contractual correspondence; attend meetings and briefings

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness programs
• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees