Acquisition Support Specialist (Journeyman)

CACI International Inc; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Wellness

Financial

Retirement

Family support

Continuing education

Time off benefits

Job summary

CACI International Inc is seeking a Journeyman Acquisition Support Specialist to support the GMOS contract for the Department of State. The role involves market research, technical specification development, and IGCE preparation to ensure FAR compliance.

You will coordinate with CA/DT/EA/CST channels and manage complex procurement actions. This position requires a Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of related experience and an active Secret Clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree + 4 years of related experience (acquisition support, contract administration, procurement operations, federal contracting or IT procurement)
• Active Secret Clearance
• Proven experience with FAR principles and government procurement processes
• Experience developing statements of work, technical specifications, and IGCEs
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple procurement actions
• Excellent communication skills coordinating across vendors, contracting officers, and government personnel

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis for IT-related goods and services using government acquisition methods
• Develop detailed technical specs, SOWs, and justification documentation for procurement packages
• Prepare IGCEs and ensure FAR compliance
• Route procurement packages through CA/DT/EA/CST channels for government review and approval
• Manage vendor configurations and comply with Department acquisition constraints
• Review invoices against contract terms and ensure proper payments
• Oversee contract file management from award to closeout and ensure regulatory compliance
• Procure IT hardware, software licenses, peripherals, maintenance, warranties and professional services
• Facilitate audit responses and maintain audit-ready procurement records
• Verify proof of entitlements, warranties, and license agreements in contract records

Skills

FAR principles

SOW development

IGCE preparation

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CA/DT/EA/CST systems

Job description

Job Title: Acquisition Support Specialist (Journeyman)Job Category: ConsultingTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: SecretEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Local* * *

The Opportunity:

CACI is seeking a Journeyman Acquisition Support Specialist for the Global Mission Operations Support (GMOS) contract, supporting the Department of State. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance national security through advanced IT solutions. You will collaborate with experienced professionals in an innovative environment, guiding a high-performing team to deliver excellence.

The GMOS contract aims to provide world-class IT support by modernizing and maintaining applications and infrastructure using an integrated IT Service Management approach. Join us to make a meaningful impact on a program of national importance.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive market research and competitive analysis to evaluate alternatives for IT-related goods and services using Government-unique acquisition methods
• Develop detailed technical specifications, statements of work (SOW), and justification documentation for procurement packages ensuring alignment with agency requirements
• Prepare comprehensive cost estimates and supporting documentation to facilitate Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) ensuring FAR compliance
• Route procurement packages through CA/DT/EA/CST channels for Government review and approval, tracking status and coordinating with CA Acquisitions
• Manage complex vendor configurations and navigate proprietary purchasing constraints specific to the Department's unique acquisition environment
• Review and validate vendor invoices against contract terms, obtain signed receiving reports, and ensure financial accuracy for payment processing
• Oversee comprehensive contract file management from award through closeout, maintaining complete documentation and ensuring regulatory compliance
• Procure diverse IT-related goods and services including hardware, software licenses, peripherals, maintenance agreements, warranties, and professional services
• Facilitate audit responses and prepare comprehensive documentation ensuring all procurement records are audit-ready and compliant with Federal standards
• Verify that all proof of entitlements, warranties, and license agreements are properly registered in DT/EA/CST's name and maintained throughout the contract lifecycle

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree + 4 years of experience in related fields, such as acquisition support, contract administration, procurement operations, federal contracting, or IT procurement; equivalencies considered.
• Active Secret Clearance
• Proven experience with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) principles, government procurement processes, and contract lifecycle management
• Demonstrated ability to develop statements of work, technical specifications, and prepare Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs)
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple procurement actions simultaneously while maintaining accuracy
• Excellent communication skills with ability to coordinate effectively across vendors, contracting officers, and government personnel

Desired:

• Prior experience supporting federal agencies, especially the Department of State
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) or Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) certification
• Experience with Department of State-specific procurement systems and approval channels (CA/DT/EA/CST)
• Knowledge of IT hardware, software licensing models, and experience supporting audit responses and maintaining audit-ready documentation

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$66,100 - $135,600

• You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit
• At CACI, we offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities
• healthcare
• wellness
• financial
• retirement
• family support
• continuing education
• time off benefits

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.