Contracts Manager

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT); Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Paid time off

Health plan options

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) is seeking a Contracts Manager to support the Homeland Security Sector in Herndon, VA. The role focuses on the contract life cycle, including NDAs, teaming agreements, proposals, and negotiations, with leadership responsibilities across cross‑functional teams.

Applicants should have 7+ years of related experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and an active TS/SCI with Poly. Onsite work 3–4 days/week is required at the Herndon facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 7+ years of related experience.
• Advanced knowledge of contracts administration practices, procedures, and regulations (FAR, DFARS, CAS).
• Experience with negotiation and administration of Government contracts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the lifecycle of government contracts from NDAs to closeout.
• Provide guidance on contract terms and applicable legal requirements (FAR).
• Lead cross‑functional teams in a matrix environment to ensure compliance and mission success.
• Advise program managers and subcontract professionals on contract terms and obligations.

Skills

Contract Administration

Contract Negotiations

FAR

Government Contracts

Teaming Agreements

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Oracle

Job description

Req ID: RQ230607

Type of Requisition: Regular

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required: None

Job Family: Contract Management

Skills:

Contract Administration,Contract Negotiations,Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR),Government Contracts,Teaming Agreements

Experience:

7 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Contribute to the strategic direction of the business and support impactful mission outcomes as a Contracts Manager at GDIT. Here, you’ll enable the success of the most critical government missions and the growth of a meaningful career in Contract Management.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

As a Contracts Manager, You will play a crucial role in the Contracts & Acquisition Management Office supporting the Homeland Security Sector as a subject matter expertise related to the contract life cycle (but not limited to) Non-Disclosure Agreements, Teaming Agreements, Proposals, Contract Negotiation, Contract Administration and Closeout.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Bring your contracts expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Contracts Manager must have:

• Education : Bachelor’s degree

• Experience : 7+ years of related experience

• Technical skills : Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with Oracle is preferred.

• Role requirements:

• Previous leadership experience

• Advanced knowledge of contracts administration practices, procedures, and processes. Advanced knowledge of relevant laws and regulations such as FAR, DFARS, and CAS.

• Experience with negotiation and administration of Government contracts

• Effective administrative and organizational skills

• Effective presentation, communication, and business writing skills

• Proven ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams and relationships in a matrix environment; influence people outside of direct reporting relationships/levels; and communicate effectively at all levels.

• Provides advice on contract terms and conditions and applicable legal requirements, including but not limited to the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)

• Interacts with program managers, finance staff, subcontract professionals and others in a highly collaborative environment to ensure compliance and mission success

• Security clearance level: Must have an active TS/SCI with Poly

• US citizenship required

• Location: This role will require working at our GDIT facility in Herndon, VA. Must be comfortable working onsite 3-4 days a week at minimum.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• 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, competitive pay and paid time off

• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career in supply chain and logistics at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who thrive on efficiency, accuracy, and accountability.

The likely salary range for this position is $125,652 - $170,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identity Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work:

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans