Vice President, Federal Civilian Contracts

General Dynamics Information Technology • Falls Church, VA

14d • Hybrid

About The Position

GDIT’s Contracts and Acquisition Management Office (CAMO) is seeking a highly experienced Vice President of Contracts to lead the Federal Civilian Division. This strategic leader will bring advanced expertise in Federal Government contracting and a demonstrated ability to manage complex, high-value portfolios. As the leader of a high-performing organization of more than 25 professionals, the successful candidate will exhibit collaborative and strategic leadership skills, driving operational excellence across a diverse team. In addition to federal contracting knowledge, extensive experience in State and Local contract management is required. The Vice President of Contracts should have significant experience in contracts This role is a key member of the Federal Civilian Division leadership team and reports directly to GDIT’s Vice President of Contracts. The position is based at GDIT headquarters in Falls Church, VA. MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT As a Vice President of Contracts, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of Federal Civilian agencies. At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do. Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work. We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree; Master's degree in business, law or similar discipline preferred
• Twenty (20+) years of contract experience
• Additional Experience: 15+ years of strategic involvement in industry; demonstrable knowledge of Federal Civilian and State and Local agency acquisition needs; deep understanding and experience in contracting terms & conditions specific to Federal Civilian and State and Local agencies
• Technical skills: FAR regulations; NCMA, Oracle and Salesforce
• Security clearance level: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance
• US citizenship required
• Role requirements: Cradle to grave contract experience with Federal Civilian and State and Local agencies
• Location: Hybrid to GDIT's Falls Church office with the expectation of working a minimum of three (3+) days per week in the office

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end negotiation of contract terms from proposal stage through program close-out, ensuring strict compliance with applicable regulations and organizational policies
• Champion and seek out strategic opportunities to grow existing contracts and shape future opportunities in line with the rapid pace of technological advancements and tailor them to specific agency needs
• Coordinate negotiation strategies and approvals with senior management and executive leadership to achieve timely and effective outcomes
• Provide daily counsel, interpretation, and strategic advice on contracts and acquisition requirements to business leaders and stakeholders
• Serve as a key member of proposal teams, shaping pricing and scheduling strategies, aligning requirements, and conducting thorough risk assessments
• Leverage a dynamic and forward-thinking approach to navigating federal markets and assessing their impact on business operations
• Participate in program reviews, executive briefings, and customer engagements to ensure contractual integrity and strategic alignment
• Engage with agency contracting executives to build and strengthen relationships that drive collaboration and business growth

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
• 401K with company match
• Competitive pay and paid time off
• Full flex work weeks where possible
• Variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
• Short and long-term disability benefits
• Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance

What This Job Offers

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