Procurement Analyst

U.S. Department of Defense; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Defense seeks a contracting professional within the Assistant Secretary of War for Acquisition framework. The incumbent reports to the Principal Director, Defense Pricing and Contracting, and supports major investments, providing contracting oversight and policy guidance.

The role requires U.S. citizenship, TS/SCI clearance, and a written commitment to remain in Federal service for at least three years. Travel may be up to 20%.

Qualifications

• US citizenship required.
• Male applicants born after 12/31/1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
• Candidate must be suitable for federal employment.
• Direct deposit participation required.
• Pre-employment and random drug testing.
• Requires TS/SCI clearance.
• Contracting - Professional Level 1 acquisition certification.
• Written agreement to remain in Federal service for at least three years.
• Travel may be required up to 20%

Skills

Security clearance

Federal employment suitability

Contracting Professional Level 1

Travel readiness

Job description

The Assistant Secretary of War for Acquisition (ASW(A)) advises the Secretary of War and USW(A&S) on technology protection and acquisition policy.

The Principal Director, Defense Pricing and Contracting (PD, DPC) reports to the ASW(A) and leads Department-wide contracting. DPC oversees critical negotiations for major investments, managing over 13 million annual actions with a spend exceeding $300B.

Incumbents typical work assignments may include the following:

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration)
• Total salary varies depending on location of position
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial period
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment
• Required to participate in the direct deposit program
• This position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing
• This position requires a TS/SCI (Special Sensitive) clearance.
• This is a financial filer position.
• Travel may be required < 20%.
• This position requires a Contracting - Professional Level 1 acquisition certification. As a condition of appointment, a written agreement to remain in Federal service in the position for at least three years.
• Recruitment incentive may be authorized in accordance with regulatory requirements