Job Description

IT Acquisition Specialist

This position requires an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (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.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for IT Acquisition Specialist: $135,000 - $140,000

Pay commensurate with experience.

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

IT 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; and
  • Information assurance/cybersecurity
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

IT Acquisition Specialist Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• Requires a minimum of an Associate's Degree; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Requires a minimum of 5 years' experience in full service acquisition support and/or developing contract requirements packages; 10 years' experience preferred
• Special Qualifications: Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level I Certification in Contracting or equivalent and pre-contract award experience highly desired
• 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) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CN3S, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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• IT Procurement Specialist
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Keywords:

• Government procurement
• Contract administration
• Acquisition strategy
• IT policy influence
• Federal contracting

Legal Disclaimer: Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for information regarding our Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Statement, and Accommodation request.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.