Acquisition Specialist

This position requires an active TS/SCI Clearance

The IT Acquisition Specialist assists with the complete acquisition process to satisfy Information Technology requirements in support of mission requirements and installation of network services at supported units and organizations.

This position requires an active TS/SCI Clearance

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Acquisition Specialist: $120,000 - 125,000

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Acquisition Specialist Responsibilities Include:

• Assist with developing and/or providing input to the Statement of Work (SOW) or PWS, Sole Source Justification; Brand name Justification; Market Analysis; and other documentation required for procurement packages.
• Perform all Systems Engineer/Architect acquisition strategy requirement actions including:
  
  
  
  • Acquisition planning, solicitation, and administration.
  • Interprets, evaluates, and assist in developing policies and/or influences laws/regulations for emerging IT acquisition strategies.
  • Monitoring and ensuring implementation of best practices.
  • IT-related performance measures and quality management.
  • Capital planning and investment control.
  • Information assurance/cybersecurity .
  
  
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Acquisition Specialist Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• Requires a minimum of an Associate's Degree; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• A minimum of 5-10 years' experience: Preferred in full-service acquisition support and/or developing contract requirements packages.
• Special Qualifications: Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level I Certification in Contracting or equivalent and pre-contract award experience highly desired.
• Must have an active TS/SCI clearance.
• Knowledge of Federal government contracts and programs.
• Must have good analytical skills, attention to detail, self-motivation, and highly effective organizational skills.
• Must be able to adapt to a changing environment.
• Must be proficient in all MS Office suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation 3S (CN3S) provides support, services, and solutions to federal and commercial customers. The company takes a personalized approach to solving our clients' toughest challenges, helping you make the most of your skills. CN3S is part of Cherokee Federal - a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies. For more information, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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