Acquisition Consultant, TS/SCI CI Poly

ASI Government; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ASI Government is seeking a dynamic Acquisition Consultant to support the NRO Dynamic Business Outreach program with a focus on small business engagement and strategic guidance. You will educate, train, and empower clients while delivering solutions that navigate complex government contracting processes.

The role emphasizes relationship building, data analysis using MS Excel and PowerPoint, and ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced federal environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication with stakeholders and small businesses.
• Experience with non-FAR and alternative sourcing mechanisms to advise on rapid prototyping and tech transfer.
• MS Office suite including Excel, PowerPoint for data analysis and visuals.
• Experience tracking contracts, intake submissions, and acquisition records.

Responsibilities

• Engage, educate, and empower small business owners; deliver presentations and trainings; motivate to succeed.
• Provide ongoing, proactive support virtually and in person.
• Conduct market research; analyze data; create visuals; drive strategic decisions.
• Build relationships, mentor clients, and lead teams to navigate the government contracting process.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

MS Excel

PowerPoint

MS Office

Relational databases

Workflow tools

Web forms

Adaptable

Teamwork

Problem solving

Relationship building

Market research

Leadership

Customer service

Tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

ASI Government provides government leaders with the expertise they need to navigate acquisition and organizational challenges so they can make an impact and achieve their goals. For over 30 years, ASI has transformed the way government does business, impacting over 70 government agencies across the civilian, defense, and intelligence communities.

Do you thrive on creating unique and impactful value for Federal clients? Are you passionate about partnering with clients and collaborating to create solutions? Do you enjoy the opportunity to drive change that impacts our nation?

We are looking for smart, curious, driven individuals to join us in partnering with our client to help them solve some of the nation’s most challenging problems. ASI Government serves as a trusted adviser to government leaders seeking improved performance, enhanced organization effectiveness, and strategic change.

The National Reconnaissance Office’s (NRO) Dynamic Business Outreach (DBO) is seeking a dynamic Acquisition Consultant with the following skills but not limited to: excellent verbal communication; analytical thinking; flexible open to change based on guidance provided by the Customer; ability to use your initiative; outstanding customer service; ability to work well with others; ability to work independently as well as with the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage, Educate, and Empower: Serve as the liaison between the agency and small business owners, entrepreneurs, and organizations. Develop, maintain, and deliver presentations, training sessions, and educational materials that clarifies government processes. Motivated to succeed.
• Provide ongoing, proactive support: Both virtually and in person—to build trust and guide businesses through every step of engagement.
• Research, Analyze, and Innovate: Conduct market research to identify trends and challenges faced by small businesses. Utilize your technical skills with tools like MS Excel and PowerPoint to analyze data, create insightful visuals, and present compelling narratives that drive strategic decision-making.
• Build Relationships and Lead with Vision: Cultivate strong, respectful relationships through proactive outreach, networking, and follow-up. Offer creative solutions and strategic guidance to help small businesses overcome challenges and grow. Mentor clients to build confidence and ensure they are well-equipped to navigate the government contracting landscape.

Position Requirements

• Communication – possess excellent verbal and written communication to effectively connect with stakeholders as well as small business owners to understand their needs
• Innovative Acquisition – Leverage deep experience in Non-FAR and alternative sourcing mechanisms (including OTAs and CRADAs) to advise government and industry leaders on rapid prototyping, technology transfer, and engaging non-traditional defense contractors.
• Technical - familiar with MS Suite, specifically PowerPoint, excel, charts/graphics for possible data analysis
• Information Management - Utilize relational databases, workflow management tools, and online web forms to track agreements, intake vendor submissions, and maintain acquisition records.
• Interpersonal/soft skills – flexible, adaptable; ability to embrace new opportunities or changes; teamwork; problem-solving; creative; maintain emotional balance; build healthy relationships based on mutual respect and understanding
• Client Support and Engagement – provide ongoing support to the Customer; detailed-oriented, self-motivated candidate to support the DBO effort in the various phases; confident in networking and building relationships.
• Relationship Building – capable of engaging with small business owners, entrepreneurs, and organizations to introduce them to the DBO program and how to do business with the agency; ability to build rapport and trust with small businesses though proactive outreach, networking, and consistent engagement; respectful to the Government as well as to the team; highly motivated to work as a team as well as independently; team player
• Market Research – analyze the market to identify potential small business clients that align with the agency’s services and understanding their specific challenges
• Understanding Small Business Needs – an understanding of the unique challenges and priorities faced by small businesses
• Leadership – ability to guide and support businesses through the “how to do business” with the agency process that will successfully lead up to an increase in opportunities for these businesses
• Customer Service – provide excellent customer service to the Customer and businesses owners

Preferred Skills

• Demonstrate passion for small businesses with their challenges in doing business with this agency. Prior experience working with or within government agencies. Hands-on experience in conducting training sessions and developing technical or business curricula.

Clearance Requirements

• TS/SCI CI Poly

LOCATION

• Onsite Monday-Friday

DESIRED START DATE

ASAP

BENEFITS

ASI Government offers a comprehensive benefit package to our employees. Benefits can be viewed on our careers site.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

ASI Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. To view the EEO Is the Law Poster, click here.

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We will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

ASI is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please send an email at [e-mail] or call 703-253-6300 and let us know the nature of your request.