IT Acquisitions/FITARA Analyst

IMAGINEEER LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

IMAGINEEER LLC seeks an IT Acquisitions/FITARA Analyst to support federal agencies in managing IT acquisitions, ensuring FITARA compliance, and improving governance and reporting.

You will work with program managers, contracting officers, and IT leadership to develop acquisition strategies, perform FITARA scorecard analyses, and prepare dashboards and briefings for leadership and oversight bodies. Flexible work-from-home options are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Business, IT Management, Public Administration or related field.
• 5+ years of federal IT acquisitions, procurement support, or related program analysis.
• Strong knowledge of FITARA and its impact on IT governance.
• Experience with FAR and agency-specific acquisition policies.
• Familiarity with CPIC, OMB A-11 requirements, and IT investment portfolio mgmt.
• Excellent analytical, research, and written/oral communication skills.
• Ability to brief senior federal executives and prepare high-quality reports and dashboards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and manage IT acquisitions in line with FAR and agency policies.
• Conduct FITARA compliance assessments and provide improvement recommendations.
• Develop acquisition strategies, market research, and cost/benefit analyses.
• Track IT investment portfolios and CPIC integration.
• Prepare FITARA reporting, dashboards, and presentations for leadership, OMB, and oversight.
• Advise on contract types, acquisition methods, and vendor engagement to maximize IT value.
• Coordinate with budget, finance, procurement, and IT teams for timely reporting.
• Provide recommendations for IT governance improvements, risk management and performance tracking.
• Develop training materials to strengthen agency FITARA compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Brief senior executives

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/IT/Public Admin

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

About this Role:

The IT Acquisitions/FITARA Analyst will support federal agencies in managing IT acquisitions, ensuring compliance with the Federal Information Technology Acquisition Reform Act (FITARA), and improving governance and reporting processes. The Analyst will work closely with program managers, contracting officers, and IT leadership to provide acquisition planning, FITARA scorecard analysis, and strategic recommendations to optimize IT investments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the planning, execution, and management of IT acquisitions in alignment with federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and agency-specific policies.
• Conduct FITARA compliance assessments and provide recommendations to improve agency performance on the FITARA Scorecard.
• Develop acquisition strategies, market research, and cost/benefit analyses to inform procurement decisions.
• Track and analyze IT investment portfolios, ensuring integration with Capital Planning and Investment Control (CPIC) processes.
• Prepare required FITARA reporting, dashboards, and presentations for agency leadership, OMB, and congressional oversight.
• Advise stakeholders on contract types, acquisition methods, and vendor engagement strategies to maximize IT value.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including budget, finance, procurement, and IT, to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Provide recommendations for IT governance improvements, risk management, and performance tracking.
• Assist in developing training materials and guidance to strengthen agency compliance with FITARA and acquisition best practices.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT Management, Public Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in federal IT acquisitions, procurement support, or related program analysis.
• Strong knowledge of the Federal Information Technology Acquisition Reform Act (FITARA) and its impact on IT governance.
• Experience with federal acquisition processes, including FAR and agency-specific acquisition policies.
• Familiarity with CPIC, OMB A-11 requirements, and IT investment portfolio management.
• Excellent analytical, research, and written/oral communication skills.
• Ability to brief senior federal executives and prepare high-quality reports and dashboards.

Desired Skills and Competencies:

• Master’s degree in Business, Public Policy, or IT-related discipline.
• FAC-C, DAWIA, or equivalent acquisition certification.
• Knowledge of Agile/DevSecOps and modern IT delivery models in federal environments.
• Experience with government IT financial systems, budget formulation, and portfolio management tools.
• Prior experience supporting congressional or OMB reporting related to FITARA.

Additional Information:

• Public Trust or Secret clearance (depending on agency/contract).
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Flexible work from home options available.