Senior Acquisition Strategist — Mission Modernization

Agile Defense; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Agile Defense in Arlington, VA is seeking a Senior Acquisition SME to lead modernization efforts in software acquisition. The role involves collaboration with diverse teams to navigate complex software environments and enhance mission capabilities.

Candidates should have over 10 years of relevant experience, with a strong focus on acquisition strategies and operational support within the Department of Defense.

Qualifications

• Deep acquisition and modernization experience with operational awareness.
• Ability to develop modernization strategies in fast-moving environments.
• Strong understanding of software acquisition principles.

Responsibilities

• Support software acquisition modernization initiatives.
• Develop acquisition strategies and transition approaches.
• Help align acquisition and operational activities.

Skills

Adaptive acquisition approaches

Software modernization efforts

Rapid capability delivery initiatives

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-functional coordination

Education

10+ years across DoD acquisition

3+ years in senior acquisition role

Job description

Agile Defense in Arlington, VA is seeking a Senior Acquisition SME to lead modernization efforts in software acquisition. The role involves collaboration with diverse teams to navigate complex software environments and enhance mission capabilities.

Candidates should have over 10 years of relevant experience, with a strong focus on acquisition strategies and operational support within the Department of Defense.