Senior Price Cost Analyst L3 with Security Clearance

Galapagos Federal Systems; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 145,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Tutulu, LLC is seeking a Senior Price Cost Analyst L3 in Albuquerque, NM to support cost analysis of proposals, verify labor, materials, overhead and profit using certified data, and assess price reasonableness against market rates.

The role requires active TS/SCI eligibility, DoD contracting experience, and strong cost accounting skills. You will work with Contract Officers, use cost models, and ensure compliance with FAR/CAS while coordinating with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance eligibility and U.S. citizenship required.
• 10+ years DoD work with contracts and subcontract experience.
• 4+ years in SAP/SCI environment within the last five years.
• May consent to and successfully complete a Government Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph.
• In-depth AFFARS/DFARS/CAS knowledge and experience with DCAA/DCMA.
• Strong cost accounting and financial analysis knowledge.
• Ability to build and validate cost models, pricing templates/methodologies, and estimating tools.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
• Ability to develop regulation-compliant negotiation documentation and evaluate forward pricing rates, labor structures.
• Attention to detail for audit and compliance work.
• Seamless interaction with diverse stakeholders, including senior DoD officials and defense contractors.

Responsibilities

• Data reviews for completeness, accuracy, and FAR/CAS compliance.
• Use parametric models and historical data to project cost trends.
• Identify cost elements with highest risk and obtain supporting data from contractors/agencies.
• Audit and ensure proposals meet FAR and CAS requirements.

Education

Master's degree

Experience may substitute degree

Job description

Overview Position Title: Senior Price Cost Analyst L3 Location: Albuquerque, NM Job Summary Tutulu LLC is looking for an enthusiastic, well-qualified individual to fill the Senior Price Cost Analyst L3 position. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse and talented group of individuals committed to driving success. As a Senior Price Cost Analyst L3, you will assist the team in analyzing proposals and verifying labor, material, overhead, and profit reasonableness using certified cost or pricing data. You will also assess overall price, comparing it to prior prices, market rates, or published lists to ensure fairness.

Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities in support of Contract Officers include data reviews for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR); use of parametric models, cost-estimating relationships, and historical data to project cost trends; risk identification, highlighting cost elements with highest risk and obtaining support data from contractors/agencies; and auditing and compliance analysis to ensure proposals meet FAR and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).

Skills/Experience Required

• Active Top Secret clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) eligibility
• 10+ years relevant DoD work with practical hands‑on experience in contracts and subcontract
• At least 4 years' experience in a SAP and/or SCI environment and worked in this environment within the last five years
• May be required to consent to and successfully complete a Government Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph
• In-depth knowledge of Air Force Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (AFFARS), FAR Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and CAS requirements and experience working with DCAA and DCMA
• Strong cost accounting and financial analysis knowledge
• Ability to build and validate cost models, pricing templates/methodologies, and estimating tools
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools
• Ability to develop regulation‑compliant negotiation documentation and evaluate forward pricing rates, indirect rates structures, and labor structures
• Attention to detail for audit and compliance work
• Seamless interaction with diverse stakeholders, including senior Department of Defense officials and defense contractors, while effectively addressing multifaceted challenges and recommending strategic alternatives

Requirements Education/Certifications

• Master's degree
• Relevant work experience and training may be considered in lieu of a degree

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid federal holidays

Security Clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner and that may include lifting to thirty pounds, as necessary.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Tutulu, LLC is an SBA Certified Native Hawaiian Organization 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology and offering professional solutions in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services. Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Tutulu, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget."

Company Employment Statement

Tutulu, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Tutulu, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.

Posted Salary Range

USD $145,000.00 - USD $155,000.00 /Yr.