Contract Specialist (Mid - Sr. Level) Federal Agency

Aalis Management Consulting, LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a Contract Specialist to support federal contracting functions. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience and have 5-10 years of relevant expertise. The role requires knowledge of procurement processes, strong analytical and communication skills, and familiarity with tools like PRISM and Microsoft Office. This is an onsite position based in Washington, D.C., with expectations for both mid-level and senior specialists to perform critical tasks in support of law enforcement missions.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree or 7 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum of 5 – 10 years of federal contracting experience.
• Proficiency with PRISM and MS Office is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Execute cradle-to-grave contract support for various contract types.
• Develop acquisition plans and solicitations.
• Manage source selection and contract administration.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational abilities

Knowledge of FAR

Experience with PRISM

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

7 years of experience in lieu of Bachelor's

Tools

PRISM

FPDS

SAM.gov

Microsoft Office Suite

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.

Position Title: Contract Specialist (Mid-Level & Senior-Level)

Clearance: DHS Suitability

Location: Onsite - Washington, D.C.

Work Schedule: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Work Day: Monday - Friday

Total Openings: 8

Position Overview

Aalis Management Consulting seeks experienced Contract Specialists to perform the full range of pre- and post-award contracting functions in support of critical homeland security and law enforcement missions. Mid-level specialists work with moderate oversight, while senior specialists lead complex acquisitions independently.

Key Duties

• Execute cradle-to-grave contract support for various contract types (FFP, Cost-Reimbursement, IDIQ, BPAs).
• Interpret and apply the FAR, HSAR, and agency policies.
• Develop acquisition plans, J&As, D&Fs, solicitations, and award documents.
• Conduct cost/price analysis, evaluate proposals, and manage source selection.
• Administer contracts, including modifications, options, and closeouts.
• Utilize PRISM, FPDS, SAM.gov, and the Microsoft Office suite.
• Handle procurement-sensitive and law enforcement-sensitive information with strict OPSEC.
• Provide expertise on GWACs, Federal Supply Schedules, and DHS vehicles.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management. In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, the Government will accept seven years of experience.
• Must have a minimum of 5 – 10 years of documented federal contracting experience.
• Proven skill in applying the FAR, specifically Parts 8, 12, 13, 15, & 16.
• Proficiency with PRISM (or similar), FPDS, SAM.gov, and MS Office.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational abilities.

Mid-Level Distinction

• Experience in independently routing acquisition packages.
• Foundational experience in cost analysis and supporting negotiations.

Senior-Level Distinction

• Proven track record in independently managing complex, high-value acquisitions.
• Extensive experience with competitive range documentation and source selection.
• Experience responding to protests and mentoring junior staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with law enforcement or national security procurements.
• Experience with services or IT hardware/software contracts.
• Professional certification (e.g., CFCM, CCCM, FAC-C, DAWIA), nice to have.

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.