Remote Senior Federal Contract Closeout Specialist

Stafford Consulting; McLean (VA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Stafford Consulting is seeking a Senior Contract Support Specialist to support DHS contract closeouts remotely from McLean, VA, with responsibilities across pre- and post-award actions and ensuring compliance with FAR/HSAR and DHS policies.

The role requires at least 5 years of federal acquisition experience, FAC-C/DAWIA Level III or equivalent, and demonstrated ability to close out contracts for federal agencies. You will manage documentation and coordination with DHS stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree OR 24 semester hours in business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Execute full lifecycle contract closeout actions, including file reviews, financial reconciliation, de-obligations, and closeout documentation.
• Review award files, modifications, invoices, correspondence, and financial records for completeness and compliance.
• Prepare unilateral and bilateral closeout modifications and supporting documentation.
• Validate unliquidated obligations; coordinate with CORs, COs, and DHS finance offices.
• Draft closeout packages, release forms, property disposition records, and final invoice documentation.
• Maintain digital/electronic contract files in DHS systems; ensure accuracy and audit readiness.
• Apply FAR, HSAR, and DHS procurement policies to all assigned actions.
• Support DHS acquisition activities as needed, including pre-award and post-award actions.
• Prepare procurement documentation, status reports, and required deliverables for DHS leadership.
• Provide advisory support to junior acquisition personnel and help resolve complex contracting issues.
• Perform duties in accordance with DHS standards, policies, and evolving mission needs.

Skills

Contract closeout

FAR/HSAR knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Documentation quality

Audit readiness

Pre-award/post-award support

Closeout documentation preparation

Education

Bachelor's degree or 24 semester hours in business/finance/law/contracts/purchasing/economics

Tools

DHS systems/tools

Job description

Stafford Consulting is seeking a Senior Contract Support Specialist to support DHS contract closeouts remotely from McLean, VA, with responsibilities across pre- and post-award actions and ensuring compliance with FAR/HSAR and DHS policies.

The role requires at least 5 years of federal acquisition experience, FAC-C/DAWIA Level III or equivalent, and demonstrated ability to close out contracts for federal agencies. You will manage documentation and coordination with DHS stakeholders.