Lead Solutions Architecture (Government)

AT&T inc.; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 158,000 - 237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Caregiver Leave

Adoption Reimbursement

Disability Benefits

Life and AD&D insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

AT&T Global Public Sector is seeking a contract-focused professional to provide critical support for civilian agency contracts through the full lifecycle. The role emphasizes contract drafting, negotiation, compliance, and coordination with internal teams and agency stakeholders to meet requirements.

Required are 5+ years in Federal contracting, a BS/BA, and deep FAR knowledge. The position involves leading contract discussions, mentoring others, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or BS/BA preferred.
• 5+ years of contracting experience in the Federal sector.
• Strong knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
• Ability to resolve complex contractual issues and influence leadership.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and revise contractual documents to ensure compliance with company policies and customer specs.
• Negotiate contracts and modifications to achieve favorable terms.
• Resolve contract-related issues and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and analyze bid packages with work specs, schedules and cost objectives.
• Support contract execution, statements of work, and contract records management.
• Lead contract lifecycle discussions and present proposals to programs and executives.

Skills

Federal contracting

FAR knowledge

Contract negotiation

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA)

Job description

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 2 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered. AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government. We are dedicated to recruiting, developing and empowering a diverse, high-performing workforce that is passionate about what they do, committed to our shared values and dedicated to our customers’ mission.

Responsibilities

Provides critical contract and program support for one of the large Civilian agencies including EIS and standalone contracts throughout the full contract lifecycle. Responsibilities include contract administration, modifications, compliance, deliverables, and coordination with internal organizations and agency stakeholders to support contractual and program requirements. Requires familiarity with Federal contracting and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Experience in supporting complex telecommunications, technology, or Federal acquisition programs is preferred.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Contract Drafting and Review: Drafting, reviewing and revising contractual documents to ensure adherence to company policies and customer specifications, while safeguarding the company’s contractual posture.
• Negotiation and Change Management: Negotiating customer contracts and modifications, including follow-on quotations and revisions, to achieve mutually beneficial terms, conditions, and specifications.
• Issue Resolution and Compliance: Providing resolution to contract-related issues and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Bid Package Preparation and Analysis: Participating in the preparation and review of bid packages, including work specifications, schedule commitments, cost objectives, and contract terms.
• Contract Execution and Administration: Supporting the proper execution of contract requirements, including the preparation of statements of work, authorization for work, and completion of contracted tasks, while maintaining detailed contract records.
• Contract Lifecycle Management: Providing contracts leadership throughout the contract lifecycle, ensuring contract compliance, supporting modifications, leading discussions and responding to all customer concerns, pain-points, corrective action plans, audits, performance ratings and develops and presents solution proposals to both programs and executive audiences to ensure contract compliance.

Required Clearance

GSA Public Trust (#publictrust)

Required Qualifications

• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired.
• 5+ years of contracting experience in the Federal segment.
• An experienced professional, creatively resolving complex contractual issues with broad and in-depth knowledge of Federal procurement and Federal Acquisition Regulations.
• Leads significant projects with strategic autonomy, influencing executive decisions.
• Mentors less experienced staff, implements long-term plans impacting the organization, and frequently collaborates with senior leadership.

Desired Qualifications

• Certification is required in some areas.

Our Lead Solutions Architecture's earn between $158,200 - $237,400.

Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness programs
• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

Weekly Hours: 40 Time Type: Regular Location: Chantilly, Virginia Salary Range: $158,200.00 - $237,400.00

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