Contract Specialist / Acquisition Analyst

CACI; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 242,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Contract Specialist / Acquisition Analyst to join a mission-driven team supporting DHS and the United States Secret Service.

You will develop and refine procurement documents, craft acquisition strategies, and guide stakeholders through the lifecycle to ensure compliance with FAR and internal policies.

Qualifications

• Active, current DoD or DHS Top Secret clearance (current and fully adjudicated).
• 10+ years of experience in federal acquisition lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and refine SOWs, PWSs, SOOs, and other procurement documents for USSS review and approval.
• Prepare acquisition strategies, market research reports, J&A documents, and IGEs.
• Support solicitation package development and ensure full compliance with FAR, DHS, USSS policies.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

Federal acquisition lifecycle

MS Office & MS Project

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

MS Project

PowerBI

Job description

Job Title: Contract Specialist / Acquisition AnalystJob Category: ConsultingTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: Top SecretEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: NoneType of Travel: None* * *

The Opportunity:

Join a mission-driven team supporting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the United States Secret Service (USSS). In this role, you will serve as an Acquisition Analyst/Specialist contributing directly to programs that safeguard national security. You'll help shape acquisition strategies, document requirements, guide stakeholders through the acquisition lifecycle, and ensure compliance every step of the way. If you have deep expertise in federal acquisition and thrive in high-impact, detail-oriented environments, this opportunity offers meaningful work with a purpose.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, review, and refine Statements of Work (SOWs), Performance Work Statements (PWSs), Statements of Objectives (SOOs), and other procurement documents for USSS review and approval.
• Prepare acquisition strategies, market research reports, Justification & Approval (J&A) documents, and Independent Government Estimates (IGEs).
• Support solicitation package development and ensure full compliance with FAR, DHS, USSS, and internal acquisition policies.
• Collaborate closely with program managers, engineers, contracting officers, and vendors to clarify technical requirements and acquisition milestones.
• Track and manage acquisition timelines, deliverables, and project performance.
• Maintain accurate records of contract modifications and award documentation provided by Procurement.
• Draft high-quality technical documents, including design narratives, requirements documents, project charters, risk assessments, and change management documentation.
• Update, standardize, and organize construction project documentation, templates, and reference materials.
• Ensure document consistency, technical accuracy, proper formatting, and compliance with USSS and DHS documentation standards.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Active, current DoD or DHS Top Secret clearance (current and fully adjudicated)
• More than ten (10+) years of experience in federal acquisition lifecycle management
• Experience in FAR-based acquisition approaches under time-sensitive requirements
• Ability to effectively communicate phases of the acquisition lifecycle to stakeholders to prevent delays or bottlenecks
• Ability to effectively manage procurements throughout the entire acquisition lifecycle
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook) and MS Project

Desired:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited institution in business administration or a similar discipline
• Previous financial management experience working with DHS or USSS
• Proficiency in PowerBI and the ability to generate dashboards visualizing acquisition lifecycle phases
• Current FAC-C, FAC-P/PM, DAWIA Contracting certification (note: DAWIA now follows the modern Back-to-Basics standard rather than the former Level I/II/III structure), or a similar certification demonstrating proficiency in acquisition, lifecycle, and contract management.

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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:

$109,800 - $241,600

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.