Contract Specialist (DoD - Secret Clearance)

Aalis Management Consulting; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aalis Management Consulting is seeking a Contract Specialist to support a Federal Agency's Regional Contracting Office in New Orleans, LA. The role focuses on acquisition policy, DoD procurement practices, and contract management to ensure compliant operations.

The ideal candidate will have extensive GS-1102-level federal procurement experience, knowledge of FAR/DFARS, and the ability to coordinate with stakeholders. A Secret clearance is required or the ability to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5+ years of direct federal procurement experience.
• Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and DoD acquisition regulations.
• Active Secret Clearance or ability to obtain/maintain DoD clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide acquisition and contract policy support to contracting personnel and leadership.
• Interpret and apply FAR, DFARS, and DoD procurement policies, regulations, and directives.
• Conduct fact-finding, research, and analysis to resolve complex procurement issues and develop corrective action plans.
• Prepare, track, monitor, and analyze contract and procurement data.
• Develop reports and provide recommendations for monthly, quarterly, and annual program reviews.
• Provide technical guidance and consultation on procurement management processes and policy changes.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient contract operations.
• Draft written responses, briefings, and reports for senior government leadership.
• Support process improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with established procurement procedures.

Skills

Federal procurement

Contract policy knowledge

Communication

DoD acquisition knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

MS Teams

Job description

Aalis Management Consulting is an 8(a) certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) driven by the same principles that guide our armed forces. Founded by a US Army veteran, we take pride in our core values: excellence in reputation, commitment, candor, teamwork, and dependability. Our team delivers stakeholder-focused support in the areas of Acquisition & Procurement Support, (IT) Financial Management, Program Management, and Logistics & Supply Chain Support. Visit us at www.aalismc.com

Title: Contract Specialist

Client: Federal Agency

Location: New Orleans, LA

Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance; the applicant must be a U.S. Citizen for consideration.

Number of Position(s): 1

Work Schedule: 8 am – 5 pm

Work Day: Monday – Friday

Position Overview

Aalis Management Consulting is seeking a Contract Specialist to support a Federal Agency's Regional Contracting Office (RCO) in New Orleans, Louisiana. This position provides acquisition and contract policy support to a dynamic Department of Defense (DoD) organization responsible for procurement management and contracting operations.

The ideal candidate possesses extensive federal acquisition experience within the GS-1102 series (or equivalent) and a strong understanding of DoD procurement regulations, acquisition policies, and contract management practices. This individual will provide expert guidance, perform contract analysis, support policy implementation, and assist leadership with procurement-related initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide acquisition and contract policy support to contracting personnel and leadership.
• Interpret and apply Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), DFARS, and DoD procurement policies, regulations, and directives.
• Conduct fact-finding, research, and analysis to resolve complex procurement issues and develop corrective action plans.
• Prepare, track, monitor, and analyze contract and procurement data.
• Develop reports and provide recommendations for monthly, quarterly, and annual program reviews.
• Provide technical guidance and consultation on procurement management processes and policy changes.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient contract operations.
• Draft written responses, briefings, and reports for senior government leadership.
• Support process improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with established procurement procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Law, Contracts, Purchasing, Economics, Industrial Management, Marketing, Quantitative Methods, Organizational Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of direct federal procurement experience in a GS-1102 series (or equivalent) role.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense acquisition and procurement operations.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience conducting analysis and resolving complex procurement issues.
• Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and DoD acquisition regulations.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Teams, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Active Secret Clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting federal contract policy organizations.
• DAWIA or FAC-C certification.
• Experience preparing executive reports and procurement metrics.

Aalis Management Consulting is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.