Contracts Administrator Sr

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Falls Church (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Internal mobility

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. is seeking a Senior Contracts Administrator in Falls Church, VA. The role focuses on cradle-to-grave management of federally funded contracts, ensuring compliance with SBA, FAR/DFARS, and applicable laws.

You will lead negotiations, support proposals, and coordinate with subcontractors and internal teams to drive compliant, risk-aware contracting activities. The successful candidate will have 5+ years of DoW government contract experience, a Secret

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or 4+ years of additional relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years of DoW government contracts experience.
• Secret security clearance or higher required.
• US citizenship required.
• Travel: Less than 10% travel.
• Hybrid Work Location: Onsite three days per week in Falls Church, VA.

Responsibilities

• Administer cradle-to-grave management of assigned contracts, including contract modifications and compliance with prime contract requirements.
• Lead and support proposal activities: analyze solicitations, prepare summaries, assess financial risk, and prepare proposal documents.
• Advise management on contractual rights, obligations, risk mitigation, and business strategies.
• Maintain logs and reports for contract activity; ensure timely deliverables for reporting.
• Coordinate reviews with other functions; obtain approvals and signatures prior to submission or execution.
• Serve as primary point of contact between the company and customers for contractual matters.

Skills

Contract management

Risk analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or 4+ years of equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

GDIT has an immediate vacancy for a Senior Contracts Administrator. The selected individual will independently perform a full range of complex duties with primary emphasis on ensuring that contractual relationships between the company, its government customers, and subcontractors conform to SBA requirements, FAR/DFARS regulations, company objectives, and applicable state and federal laws. This position is responsible for creating, revising, reviewing, negotiating, and overseeing federally funded contracts held by the company. The work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of the SOCOM customer you will be an integral part of the team to drive mission-critical outcomes by resolving challenges, and utilize specialized tools and skills to ensure compliance and innovation.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

• Administer cradle to grave management of assigned contracts, including contract modifications; ensuring compliance with prime contract requirements; preparing proposals; and negotiating contract terms with existing or prospective clients.
• Independently lead and support proposal activities, including analyzing solicitations, preparing summaries, and developing strategies and recommendations with attention to financial and business risk. Participate in proposal team meetings, prepare terms, conditions, and assumptions, review technical and pricing proposals for accuracy and consistency, conduct risk analyses, and prepare proposal documents for submission to the customer.
• Advise management on contractual rights and obligations, risk mitigation alternatives, and business strategies.
• Maintain logs, trackers, and other data for contract activity and generate reports as required. Ensure timely processing of technical and financial deliverables for monthly and quarterly reporting.
• Coordinate with other company functions to ensure appropriate reviews are conducted; schedule reviews; and obtain necessary approvals and signatures prior to proposal submission or contract execution.
• Adhere to and communicate contract policies, procedures, methods, operating practices, and performance standards.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the company and customers for all contractual matters on assigned contracts and related agreements, including Proprietary Information Agreements and other business documents.
• Lead negotiation of contract terms from proposal stage through project closeout in accordance with applicable regulations and collaborate with customers to definitize and complete contracts.
• Coordinate with the subcontracts team on contractual documentation, modifications, customer requests, and other subcontract matters. Maintain contract files in compliance with CPSR requirements and DCAA/DCMA audit guidelines.
• Develop or review prime contracts and subcontract flow down documents to ensure compliance with requirements and minimize company liability.
• Perform all aspects of assigned contract, including accuracy of data entry, contract funding, scope changes, amendments, delivery schedules, legal requirements, and other commitments.
• Prepare, track, and submit Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs).
• Assist HR, Finance, and Procurement departments in fulfilling contractual agreements.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Education: Bachelor’s Degree or 4+ years of additional relevant work experience in lieu of a degree
Experience: 5+ years of DoW government contracts experience

Role requirements:

• Security clearance level: Must have a Secret security clearance or higher
• US citizenship required
• Travel: Less than 10% of travel required
• Hybrid Work Location: Onsite three (3) days per week in Falls Church, VA, with periodic on‑base work as required by program needs.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency with MS Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, OneNote).

Desired, but not required certifications(s):

• Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM), Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM), or a contract management certificate from an accredited institution.

Desired, but not required skills:

• DoW government contracts experience in a classified space

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military‑friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career in cyber at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your focus on defending and protecting what matters.