Acquisition & PM Professional - Florida
Serco
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Job summary
Serco Inc. in the United States seeks an Acquisition & PM Professional III – Cost to provide senior‑level cost estimating, acquisition strategy, and decision support for DoD, IC, and Federal Civilian programs.
You will develop LCCEs, IGCEs, affordability analyses, and cloud/infrastructure cost models, mentor staff, and interact with senior government leaders to deliver independent, decision‑ready analyses across the acquisition lifecycle.
Qualifications
- Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
- US citizenship required
- Master's Degree or Bachelor's + 4 years experience in lieu of Masters
- Minimum of 15+ years of federal acquisition, cost estimating, financial analysis, program management or related experience
- Experience supporting DoD, Federal Civilian or Intelligence Community programs
- Experience developing and defending life‑cycle cost estimates and affordability analyses
- Experience with software/enterprise IT modernization, cloud environments, cybersecurity, or AI/ML
- Experience presenting to senior government leaders and managing large data sets
- Ability to travel up to 25%
- Certified Cost Estimator/Analyst (CCE/A) desirable
- Experience supporting enterprise modernization programs across federal sectors
- Experience with AI/ML, cloud migrations, cybersecurity or large software acquisitions
- Cloud cost modeling experience
Responsibilities
- Provide senior‑level technical leadership and independent advisory services for large federal programs
- Develop, evaluate and review LCCEs, IGCEs, affordability assessments, business case analyses
- Support acquisition planning, strategy development, source selections, budgeting and investment decisions
- Perform advanced cost estimating for software‑intensive systems, cloud environments, enterprise IT, AI/ML and cybersecurity programs
- Conduct benchmarking, market research and analyses using government and industry data sources
- Apply quantitative methods to assess affordability, risks, cost realism and resource needs
- Support RDT&E activities and modernization across the lifecycle
- Develop cloud pricing models and infrastructure cost analyses
- Create executive presentations, technical reports and senior‑level recommendations
- Provide program management support including performance assessment and risk management
- Interface with government customers, prime contractors and SES leaders for reviews
- Mentor junior staff and provide technical oversight across teams
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Job description
Serco is seeking a highly experienced Acquisition & PM Professional III – Cost to provide senior-level expertise in cost estimating, acquisition strategy, program analysis, technology modernization, and executive decision support for Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community (IC), and Federal Civilian programs.
The successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to government leaders, delivering analytical and strategic recommendations supporting acquisition planning, modernization initiatives, and mission‑critical investment decisions. This individual will leverage deep expertise in life‑cycle cost estimating, cloud cost modeling, software and IT cost analysis, benchmarking, data analytics, and program management support to guide complex programs throughout the acquisition lifecycle.
The Acquisition & PM Professional III – Cost will regularly interact with senior government executives, program managers, acquisition professionals, engineers, and contractor teams to provide independent assessments, technical leadership, and decision‑ready analysis that supports mission success.
Provide senior‑level technical leadership and independent advisory services supporting large and complex federal programs.
Develop, evaluate, and review Life‑Cycle Cost Estimates (LCCEs), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), affordability assessments, business case analyses, and cost‑benefit studies.
Support acquisition planning, acquisition strategy development, source selections, budgeting activities, and investment decision making.
Perform advanced cost estimating and economic analyses for software‑intensive systems, cloud environments, enterprise IT programs, AI/ML initiatives, cybersecurity programs, and mission‑support systems.
Conduct benchmarking, market research, and comparative analyses utilizing industry standards, commercial datasets, government data sources, and historical program information.
Apply advanced analytical methodologies and quantitative techniques to assess program affordability, technical risks, cost realism, and resource requirements.
Support research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) activities and modernization initiatives throughout the acquisition lifecycle.
Develop cloud pricing models and infrastructure cost analyses utilizing commercial cloud service providers and emerging technology pricing frameworks.
Create executive‑level presentations, technical reports, acquisition documentation, and strategic recommendations for senior government leadership.
Provide program management support through performance assessment, strategic planning, risk identification, schedule analysis, and resource optimization activities.
Interface directly with government customers, prime contractors, and senior executives to support technical reviews, milestone events, and decision forums.
Mentor junior staff and provide technical oversight across multidisciplinary project teams.
Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
US citizenship required
Master's Degree in Technology Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Operations Research, Information Systems, or a related discipline
Or a Bachelor's Degree plus 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of Masters degree
Minimum of 15+ years of experience supporting federal acquisition, cost estimating, financial analysis, program management, engineering economics, or related disciplines
Demonstrated experience supporting Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and/or Intelligence Community programs
Extensive experience developing and defending life‑cycle cost estimates, business case analyses, affordability assessments, and acquisition‑related studies
Experience supporting technology modernization initiatives involving software development, enterprise IT systems, cloud environments, cybersecurity, digital transformation, or AI/ML applications
Demonstrated success supporting senior government decision makers through analytical assessments, executive briefings, and strategic recommendations
Experience leading complex analytical efforts involving large data sets and multiple stakeholder organizations
Ability to travel up to 25%
Certified Cost Estimator/Analyst (CCE/A)
Experience supporting enterprise‑wide modernization programs across Federal Civilian, DoD, or Intelligence Community organizations
Experience supporting AI/ML initiatives, cloud migration efforts, cybersecurity programs, or large‑scale software acquisitions
Experience utilizing industry‑standard estimating tools such as:
Galorath SEER Suite
PRICE TruePlanning
ACEIT
Crystal Ball
@RISK
Advanced Microsoft Excel
Demonstrated expertise in cloud cost modeling utilizing AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform, Oracle Cloud, or IBM Cloud pricing frameworks
Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience presenting to Senior Executive Service (SES) leaders, Flag Officers, General Officers, or equivalent executive leadership
Published author, conference presenter, instructor, or recognized thought leader within the acquisition, cost estimating, analytics, or technology modernization communities
Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.
Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee.
Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance‑based incentives, and benefits that promote well‑being and work‑life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time‑off programs that support work‑life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job‑related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long‑term incentive opportunities.Benefits – Comprehensible benefits for full‑time employees (part‑time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
Tuition reimbursement program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
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