Senior Software Acquisition & Lifecycle Strategist

Socket.dev; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a senior subject matter expert to lead the end-to-end software acquisition lifecycle for NGA PEBS/SAM, coordinating with technical, contractual, legal, and funding stakeholders to ensure compliant and efficient procurement actions.

The role requires 10+ years of experience with DoW or IC programs, deep knowledge of FAR/DFAR, and hands-on SAM management, aligning investment decisions with agency-wide software strategy.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience with a Master’s degree.
• Experience managing software acquisition lifecycle for DoW or IC programs.
• Knowledge of FAR, DFAR, and NGA-specific implementations.
• Experience with software asset management (SAM) principles and tools.
• Proficiency with government financial management and acquisition systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end software procurement process, assist requirements definition, and develop pre/post-award documentation.
• Develop and analyze software license acquisition strategies and evaluate contract vehicles.
• Oversee SAM lifecycle: monitor, report, document, and track assets from acquisition to discontinuance.
• Prepare acquisition documentation, briefings, and funding docs in compliance with FAR/DFAR/NARI.

Skills

Software acquisition lifecycle

Regulatory compliance (FAR/DFAR)

Stakeholder coordination

DoW/IC programs experience

Billing process experience

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

SAM tools

Government financial systems

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking a senior subject matter expert to lead the end-to-end software acquisition lifecycle for NGA PEBS/SAM, coordinating with technical, contractual, legal, and funding stakeholders to ensure compliant and efficient procurement actions.

The role requires 10+ years of experience with DoW or IC programs, deep knowledge of FAR/DFAR, and hands-on SAM management, aligning investment decisions with agency-wide software strategy.