Policy Analyst, DoD (active TS/SCI Clearance Required)

LARC Staffing, LLC, with more than 28 years of experience recruiting in high tech,  has such a passion for sourcing, recruiting and matching people with companies everywhere.  The clients I hire for are some of the best in the world at what they do.  I am honored to work with them and with the people that make them so successful!

Client is a Government Services Prime

Our client, A Government Services company, is seeking a Contracting Policy Analyst with a TS/SCI clearance to support them and their government customer in Arlington, VA.

Competitive compensation and an extraordinary federal benefits package are being offered - including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

• TS/SCI (active required)
• 160-175k (salary range budgeted)
• 5 days a week on site @The Mark Center, Arlington, VA

LARC Staffing currently has an opening for a Contracting Policy Analyst for the Acquisition Integration and Interoperability (AI2) Office in the of the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSD(A&S)).   

The successful candidate will provide support analyzing and interpreting acquisition policies, regulations, and procedures relevant to digital and artificial intelligence initiatives. The candidate will assist the AI2 Office to support CJADC2 oversight of capability development and program activities to include ensuring all pre- and post-acquisition activities comply with applicable federal law, regulations, and DoD directives. They will also assess contracting strategies, provide guidance and recommendations on contracting approaches, and support policy updates or reforms to defense contracting regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Analyzes federal acquisition policies, regulations, directives, and guidelines related to digital and artificial intelligence acquisitions, ensuring understanding and compliance within the organization.
• Provides guidance and support to acquisition professionals, project managers, and stakeholders on compliance issues, policy interpretations, and best practices related to digital and artificial intelligence acquisitions.
• Interprets and applies acquisition policies to inform decision-making processes, procurement strategies, and contract actions for digital and artificial intelligence projects.
• Maximizes the productivity of the DoD PPBE process through proactive analysis of financial guidance and strategy documentation as it pertains to Joint programs and other relevant efforts.
• Develops and maintains a Future Years Defense Program (FDYP) spend plan for Joint acquisition activities and/or integrated programs.
• Drafts and submits a Joint Acquisition Program Objective Memorandum (POM) for Government review based on validated program requirements.
• Supports requests for information by the Director of the Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation (CAPE) office.  Such support will also take the form of drafting Issue Papers and collecting the necessary technical information and cost estimates to provide constructive feedback.  
• Conducts research and stays abreast of changes in acquisition laws, regulations, and industry best practices, providing recommendations and updates to stakeholders as needed.
• Supports the preparation and submission of acquisition-related reports, certifications, and documentation to regulatory agencies and oversight bodies as required.
• Collaborates with legal, procurement, and program management teams to develop and implement acquisition strategies that mitigate risk, promote efficiency, and support project objectives.
• Participates in the development and implementation of acquisition training programs, workshops, and materials to enhance understanding and proficiency in acquisition policy compliance.
• Reviews acquisition documentation, including solicitations, contracts, and task orders, to ensure alignment with applicable policies, requirements, and standards.
• Prepares documentation review for various documents, including acquisition, other program document, and technical papers, and correspondence.  Ensure documents are prepared in the appropriate format and are free from grammatical errors.  
• Assists other team members in other tasks and initiatives as needed to accomplish the overall mission.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience 
• Extensive knowledge and experience with federal with acquisition policies, regulations, directives, and guidelines related to digital and artificial intelligence acquisitions
• Experience in government contracting, knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement, and experience in support of a program office will be crucial to enabling the AI2 Office’s support to CJADC2 capability development efforts
• Experience providing guidance and support to acquisition professionals, project managers, and stakeholders on compliance issues, policy interpretations, and best practices related to digital and artificial intelligence acquisitions.
• Experience preparing acquisition-related reports, certifications, and documentation for submission to regulatory agencies and oversight bodies
• Experience developing and delivering acquisition training programs, workshops, and materials to enhance understanding and proficiency in acquisition policy compliance.
• Experience reviewing acquisition documentation, including solicitations, contracts, and task orders, to ensure alignment with applicable policies, requirements, and standards.
• Strong organizational, project management and problem-solving skills with impeccable multi-tasking abilities 
• Ability to uphold a strict level of discretion and confidentiality 
• Ability to take a conceptual discussion and build a presentation to convey the message.
• Highly motivated professional and capable of managing demanding workload while prioritizing and managing competing priorities 
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills, a high level of integrity, critical thinking, and leadership courage. 
• Advanced MS Word and PowerPoint skills; proficient MS Teams, Excel and Outlook application skills 
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline or field 

Education: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field.

Security Pre-Requisite: 

• To be considered, must have a Current/Active TS/SCI Clearance

Working Environment & Conditions

This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate.  This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. 

This position is primarily indoors, consistent with a standard office position and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. The incumbent is required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The workload may require the incumbent to sit for extended periods of time. The incumbent must be able to read, do simple math calculations and withstand moderate amounts of stress.

The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  

LARC Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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