Contracting Specialist

DOES NOT HAVE TO BE NEAR ARLINGTON, VA, PARTICIPANT WILL BE ASSIGNED TO NEAREST DHS FACILITY! 3 VACANCIES FOR THIS ROLE! The CISA Contracting Office is responsible for procurement and administration of all non-classified contracts and agreements) for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). As a member of the team, you will work directly with and support pre and post award procurement functions for actions above and below the SAT, with an emphasis on identification of commercial solutions. This opportunity will be for 120-180 days and will expose the selectee to a broad spectrum of activities associated with the support functions of the team. This position provides the selectee with the opportunity to be exposed to a wide range of administrative and programmatic opportunities.

ABOUT THE JOB

Review requisition package for adequacy, consistency, and compliance with administrative, regulatory, and procedural requirements. Prepare solicitation documents selecting appropriate clauses, ensuring clear and complete specifications, including packing and delivery requirements or other routine supplemental stipulation. Develop solicitations and evaluate responses. Compile complete bidders' list from qualified applications, knowledge of suppliers, contacts with trade associations, Small Business Administration, or other sources. Formulates negotiation objectives and negotiate contracts for hardware or services. Perform cost analysis to assist with determining acceptability of technical proposals prior to conducting reward surveys for determining responsibility of prospective contractor. Reviews solicitation and award packages for accuracy and completeness prior to submission for review. Use primarily firm fixed-price, time and materials, indefinite delivery, or similar contracts when historical and precedent data are available. Performs contract administration functions until final delivery and payments are completed and contracts are closed and retired.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review requisition package for adequacy, consistency, and compliance with administrative, regulatory, and procedural requirements.
• Prepare solicitation documents selecting appropriate clauses, ensuring clear and complete specifications, including packing and delivery requirements or other routine supplemental stipulation.
• Develop solicitations and evaluate responses.
• Formulate negotiation objectives and negotiate contracts for hardware or services.
• Perform contract administration functions until final delivery and payments are completed and contracts are closed and retired.

QUALIFICATIONS

• SECRET clearance required.
• Must have a DAWIA Contracting (Professional) Certification.
• Preferred Certifications in Agile Acquisition or DITAP certification, Contract Administration, Cost and Price, Cyber/IT Contracting, Data Analytics/Literacy, Operational Contracting, Services Contracting.
• Preferred Experience in Oversight/review and Team leading/supervising.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY

SECRET clearance required. Must have a DAWIA Contracting (Professional) Certification. Preferred Certifications in any areas of Contracting Functional Area Certifications in any of the following areas: Agile Acquisition or DITAP certification, Contract Administration, Cost and Price, Cyber/IT Contracting, Data Analytics/Literacy, Operational Contracting, Services Contracting. Preferred Experience in Oversight/review and Team leading/supervising

TARGET MOCS

10C, 64PX, USA, USMC, USN, USCG, SK, USAF, 304X, 6C0X1

OTHER

TO APPLY: Tailor a resume outlining the Jobs Description and Other Eligibility Factors. Title the email "OCOCO Contracting Specialist Skillbridge Opportunity." Address the email to veterans@mail.cisa.dhs.gov. Include your separation date in the body of the email.