Contract Specialist with Security Clearance

Nightwing; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

PTO

Holidays

Job summary

Nightwing, Sterling, VA, seeks a Contracts Specialist to support High Consequence Missions. You will administer federal government contracts throughout the lifecycle, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS, and coordinating with Programs, Finance, Legal, and Procurement.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 2–5 years in contracts or government contracting, with strong organization and communication skills and MS Office proficiency. Nightwing offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Legal Studies, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2–5 years of experience in contracts administration, government contracting, procurement, or a related business function.
• Basic understanding of federal government contracting principles.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the administration of federal government contracts, subcontracts, and modifications.
• Maintain contract files and ensure documentation is complete and accurate.
• Review contract terms and conditions for compliance with company policies.
• Track contract deliverables, funding, option periods, and key contractual milestones.
• Support proposal and contract closeout activities.
• Coordinate contract actions with Program Management, Finance, Legal, and Procurement.
• Assist in preparing correspondence, modifications, and other contractual documentation.
• Monitor compliance with FAR, DFARS, and company procedures.
• Maintain contract databases and reporting systems.
• Support internal and external audits as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Customer service

Professional judgment

Collaboration and teamwork

Confidentiality and integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Legal Studies, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers' most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets. Nightwing Contracts is seeking a Contracts Specialist to support the High Consequence Missions (HCM) Business within Nightwing Intelligence Solutions, LLC (NW). This individual must be a detail-oriented and motivated individual to support the administration of federal government contracts throughout the contract lifecycle. The successful candidate will work closely with Contracts Managers, Program Managers, Finance, and Business Development to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, company policies, and applicable federal regulations. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional looking to build a career in government contracting and contract management.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist in the administration of federal government contracts, subcontracts, and modifications.
• Maintain contract files and ensure documentation is complete and accurate.
• Review contract terms and conditions for compliance with company policies.
• Track contract deliverables, funding, option periods, and key contractual milestones.
• Support proposal and contract closeout activities.
• Coordinate contract actions with Program Management, Finance, Legal, and Procurement.
• Assist in preparing correspondence, modifications, and other contractual documentation.
• Monitor compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and company procedures.
• Maintain contract databases and reporting systems.
• Support internal and external audits as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Legal Studies, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2-5 years of experience in contracts administration, government contracting, procurement, or a related business function.
• Basic understanding of federal government contracting principles.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting U.S. Government contracts.
• Familiarity with FAR and DFARS.
• Experience using contract management systems (e.g., Deltek Costpoint, Deltek Cobra, Unanet, or similar).
• Internship or coursework related to government contracting.
• National Contract Management Association (NCMA) membership or coursework is a plus.

Security Clearance

• Active Secret Security Clearance required.

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Analytical thinking
• Problem-solving
• Customer service orientation
• Professional judgment
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Confidentiality and integrity

Salary & Benefits

• The salary associated with this position ($64,000-$128,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.
• Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.

Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.