Program Analyst

Defense Information Systems Agency • Fort Meade, MD

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About The Position

This position is recruited under 10 USC 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service (CES) and does not convey eligibility for conversion to the Competitive Service. It supports the mission of U.S. Cyber Command and is in the Professional Work Category at the Senior Work Level within the CES Occupational Structure. The position is located in DISA ACQ/ACQUISITION (BDL4).

The Program Analyst provides acquisition and contract-management expertise for agency programs, projects, and services, ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). The incumbent plans and coordinates contract portfolios through acquisition and procurement, works with senior management and customers on acquisition strategies and resource requirements, and monitors IT service contract performance. The role also manages contract administration using a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) certification.

This is a GG-13 position. Qualifying experience must include at least one year demonstrating the competencies needed for immediate success, such as negotiating, awarding, and administering federal contracts, or ensuring federal procurement policies comply with regulations. Education cannot substitute for qualifying experience at this grade. The position may require access to classified information and a favorable suitability review and security clearance. It is subject to DoD 8140 qualification requirements and requires submission of an OGE-450 financial disclosure statement. Telework availability depends on mission requirements and supervisory determination.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• At least one year of qualifying experience at the next lower federal grade level demonstrating competencies necessary for success at GG-13.
• Qualifying experience in negotiating, awarding, and administering federal contracts, or ensuring federal procurement policies comply with regulations.
• A favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment; the position may require access to classified information.
• Complete DoD 8140 Foundational Qualifications within 9 months and Residential Qualification requirements within 12 months.
• Submit an OGE-450 Executive Branch Confidential Financial Disclosure Report.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with or exempt from Selective Service.
• Describe qualifying experience and any selective placement factors in the resume; all qualifications must be met within 30 days after the announcement closing date.
• Maintain security eligibility; failure to do so may result in termination.

Responsibilities

• Provide subject-matter expertise to agency programs, projects, and services and ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
• Develop and implement strategies for effectively utilizing contract resources in support of missions.
• Lead planning and coordination of assigned contract portfolios through requirement definition, market research, solicitation, source selection, award, negotiation, and administration.
• Coordinate and communicate with senior management and customers to formulate and review acquisition strategies, milestones, schedules, and resource requirements for programs.
• Continuously analyze cost, schedule, and performance data for IT service contracts, identify potential problems, and recommend corrective actions to meet program objectives.
• Manage contract administration, providing direction, conducting complex analysis, and evaluating administrative issues to support successful contract outcomes.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package for eligible employees and their families.
• Moving costs may be paid.
• Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives may be authorized.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed