National Security & Government Contracts Associate

Software Placement Group, SPG; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Disability & life insurance

FSA/HSA

401(k)

Job summary

Software Placement Group in Washington, D.C. is seeking a talented mid-level Associate Attorney for its Government Contracts & National Security practice.

The role focuses on bid protests, regulatory counseling, investigations, and high-stakes matters for aerospace, defense, and technology clients. You will counsel on federal funding programs, compliance with statutes like the Inflation Reduction Act and CHIPS Act, and collaborate with cross-functional teams on regulatory and transactional risk

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in Washington, D.C., in good standing.
• 3+ years of substantive government contracts law experience.

Responsibilities

• Handle broad government contracts matters including bid protests, litigation, and investigations.
• Advise clients on compliance with federal procurement regulations, grant requirements, and national security laws.
• Support transactional matters involving government contractors, including due diligence and regulatory approvals.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Independent & collaborative work

Education

JD from top-tier law school

Job description

Software Placement Group in Washington, D.C. is seeking a talented mid-level Associate Attorney for its Government Contracts & National Security practice.

The role focuses on bid protests, regulatory counseling, investigations, and high-stakes matters for aerospace, defense, and technology clients. You will counsel on federal funding programs, compliance with statutes like the Inflation Reduction Act and CHIPS Act, and collaborate with cross-functional teams on regulatory and transactional risk