Acquisition Specialist

VISTA Technology Services; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Employer matching 401(k) plan

Competitive leave package

Job summary

VISTA Technology Services is hiring an Acquisition Specialist for a hybrid position at Ft. Meade, MD. The role involves supporting the DoD Acquisition Process and requires an active DoD Secret Clearance.

The ideal candidate will have experience drafting acquisition package documents and strong knowledge of the DoD BCAC and its policies. The compensation range for this role is $65,000 to $80,000 annually, alongside a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 4 years of program management experience or equivalent must be met.
• Experience developing and reviewing DoD acquisition package documents is required.
• Candidates must possess an active DoD Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research and analysis for acquisition support.
• Draft and review various acquisition package documents.
• Attend Internal Program Reviews to provide recommendations.

Skills

Knowledge of DoD Acquisition Process

Experience with Market Research documents

Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE)

Active DoD Secret Clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree or 6 years of relevant experience

Job description

VISTA Technology Services, Inc. (VISTA) is seeking an Acquisition Specialist to support a DISA PEO Services (SD) contract located at Ft. Meade, MD. This is a hybrid position. The successful candidate will be part of a highly professional, results-oriented company.

Responsibilities

The Acquisition Specialist will provide DoD Business Capability Acquisition Cycle (BCAC), DoD Instruction 5000.02, and ACAT I through ACAT III level acquisition support and guidance. They will also:

• Conduct independent research and analysis
• Develop and provide recommendations in the drafting and review of acquisition package documents to include Market Research documents, Requests for Information (RFI), Sources Sought Notices, PWS, Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE), Acquisition Strategies, Acquisition Plans, Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASP), Severability Plans, 508 compliance documentation, GFP/GFE Justification and acquisition Lessons Learned documents
• Provide support to the programs, projects, acquisition of services, and initiatives ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
• Provide support to Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and similar acquisition or programmatic forums
• Attend Internal Program Reviews
• Provide recommendations and analysis to support the implementation of improvements/efficiencies within the acquisition process utilizing multiple forums such as the Internet, Microsoft SharePoint, and other electronic repositories

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree AND 4 years of program management experience; 6 years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
• Knowledge of DoD Acquisition Process
• Experience developing, drafting, and reviewing DoD acquisition package documents (Market Research documents, Requests for Information (RFI), Sources Sought Notices, PWS, Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE), Acquisition Strategies, Acquisition Plans, Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASP), Severability Plans, 508 compliance documentation, GFP/GFE Justification and acquisition Lessons Learned documents)
• Experience with DoD BCAC, DoD Instruction 5000.02, and ACAT I, II, and III Programs
• Active DoD Secret Clearance

Salary at VISTA is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $65,000.00 to $80,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of VISTA's total compensation package for employees. We also offer a competitive leave package and a generous benefit plan which includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, tuition assistance, and an employer matching 401(k) plan.

Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. For this position, VISTA will consider only applicants with an active DoD security clearance.

VISTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans Employer.