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ADEPT Force Group Incorporated

<div>Position: Service Desk Technician (Journeyman)
Clearance: Secret
Location: Fort Belvoir, VA
Type: Exempt, Full Time, Regular 
Description
The Service Desk Technician (Journeyman) delivers help desk technical support through hands-on assistance and remote troubleshooting to maintain mission readiness, ensure service availability, meet performance metrics, and support all aspects of desktop, mobile, conferencing, and related Information Technology (IT) services in alignment with Department of Department of Defense (DoD), Army, Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL), and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) best practices. The Service Desk Technician (Journeyman) applies experience in IT services including problem management, incident response, asset management, event management, metrics monitoring, configuration management, continuity of operations, device and peripheral support, video teleconferencing (VTC) support, and data backup and migration, at a minimum. The Service Desk Technician (Journeyman) will serve as a central point of contact for end users and possesses DoD 8570-compliant certifications. This position is for eight (8) hours daily, between 0600-1800, and therefore requires after-hours on-call support. 
Duties and Responsibilities (including but not limited to)<ul><li>
Perform daily service desk operations in compliance with DoD 8570.01 certification requirements; manage IT incidents, service requests, desktop/mobile hardware and software, and landline telecommunications to ensure uninterrupted mission operations</li><li>
Monitor and track Key Performance Indicator(s) (e.g., First-call Resolution Rate, Customer Satisfaction Score, Service Request Response Time) to maintain performance levels and ensure service availability</li><li>
Support service optimization by leveraging automation, commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) solutions, and process improvements to increase efficiency</li><li>
Recommend emerging technologies such as AI-driven automation and predictive analytics</li><li>
Continuously review and improve service delivery processes</li><li>
Perform Common Access Card (CAC) maintenance and support PIN resets in accordance with standard operating procedures</li><li>
Measure service delivery performance using established KPIs and metrics; report status; provide improvement recommendations</li><li>
Ensure that Government‑procured IT services meet quality, cost, and performance benchmarks (e.g., up time, incident resolution time, and Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF)) using automated tools</li><li>
Contribute to and maintain IT service continuity plans</li><li>
Support annual tests via exercises and simulations, such as continuity plan exercises; document results; identify risks and recommend updates to continuity strategies</li><li>
Track, document, and maintain accountability for Government hardware and software; provide monthly asset inventory reports; manage property book entries and validate inventory</li><li>
Support user requirements from submission request through fulfillment, ensuring compliance with DoD, Army, and Information Assurance (IA) policies</li><li>
Perform services consistent with ITIL, ISO 9000, and Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) best practices</li><li>
Perform operations and maintenance for desktop and mobile systems, including updates, patches, and hardware support</li><li>
Provide conference room and event support, including audio/visual, teleconference, and VTC; and providing basic user training for conference technologies; ensure reliability and availability of conference room systems</li><li>
Identify service disruptions using automated monitoring and predictive analytics; restore service within defined timelines; submit monthly reports detailing event detection, response, and resolution metrics</li><li>
Use automated tools to categorize, track, and resolve incidents; conduct root cause analysis for recurring issues; track Mean Time To Repair (MTTR), recurrence rates, and first-call resolution statistics; provide monthly incident reports and improvement recommendations</li><li>
Track all requests in the service desk system with detailed work logs; translate complex technical language into clear, user-friendly explanations; meet response metrics</li><li>
Install, configure, and troubleshoot standard and approved &quot;above-baseline&quot; software; reimage laptops and diagnose hardware failures; perform component-level hardware repairs and coordinate warranty replacements</li><li>
Install printer drivers and resolve printer errors; map network printers and escalate hardware issues under warranty or contracts</li><li>
Connect authorized peripherals such as monitors, scanners, projectors, and Smart Boards; provide informal end-user training on operating systems and software tools</li><li>
Perform user data backups related to OS migrations and device replacements; transfer user profiles during hardware swaps</li><li>
Coordinate with Information Management Officers (IMOs) and Regional Network Enterprise Center (RNEC) for specialized support</li><li>
Monitor Government-initiated elevated permission requests</li><li>
Follow-up on unresolved issues and provide weekly status reports</li><li>
Provide basic VTC support, including call assistance, equipment setup, and vendor coordination</li><li>
Prepare and deliver, as requested, special project reports, white papers, technical presentations, and analysis reports</li></ul>
Required Qualifications<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a relevant field (e.g. Information Technology, Computer Science, Networking or related discipline) or an additional two (2) years of experience</li><li>
5+ years in desktop support, help desk, system administration roles, and IT field services</li><li>
Experience working directly with end users</li><li>
Ability to develop, revise, and implement SOPs, policies, and memorandums</li><li>
Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, Word), SharePoint, and Teams</li><li>
Proficiency with information management and help desk applications, processes, standards, and tools</li><li>
DoD 8570-compliant certifications</li><li>
Active Secret Security Clearance</li></ul>
Desired Qualifications<ul><li>
Experience working in a DoD, Army, or federal environment preferred</li><li>
Knowledge of DoD and Army regulations across service desk and network operations</li></ul> 
If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the hiring official or human resources representative. Reasonable accommodations are provided to individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).</div>

Service Desk Technician (Journeyman)

<div>Position: Program Security Specialist (Journeyman)
Clearance: Secret
Location: Fort Belvoir, VA
Type: Exempt, Full Time, Regular
Description
The Program Security Specialist (Journeyman) contributes to Information Technology (IT) planning, analysis, and coordination of security, property management, and other operations-related activities across the program office, with emphasis on program security. This includes contributing to developing, improving, and implementing operations-related business rules, management processes, and best practices that contribute to organizational efficiency and productivity.
Duties and Responsibilities (including but not limited to)<ul><li>
Support non-governmental coordination with the designated Network Enterprise Center (NEC), IT Service Desk, and program office as necessary to troubleshoot and resolve IT hardware and software issues</li><li>
Support backup and management of shared drive data and the respective hardware servers</li><li>
Monitor compliance with various IT and/or security documents such as tenant security plans and other Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)</li><li>
Assist with developing and updating security plans, processes, and SOPs in accordance with Army and Department of Defense (DoD) regulations, including for IT, data, property management, and Operational Security (OPSEC)</li><li>
Coordinate, monitor, track, install, and troubleshoot above-baseline software across the entire program office, to include configuration management and planning for upgrades/license-renewals</li><li>
Develop and maintain updated planning, tracking, and reporting documentation related to IT, security, space, property management, and related office operations</li><li>
Interact with the designated NEC and DoD sponsors on assessments, inspections, reviews, investigations, modernization/updates, hardware/software procurements, and other IT/security-related issues (e.g., Site Assistance Visits, Internal Management Controls Program)</li><li>
Participate in security risk assessments and make recommendations to mitigate potential threats to personnel, facilities, and classified information</li><li>
Provide project related content management and access control on SharePoint and MS Teams Channels; and support data management, backup, and transition across sites as necessary, to include the development of tools, dashboards, workflows, libraries, and progress reports</li></ul>
Required Qualifications<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a relevant field or an additional two (2) years of experience</li><li>
5+ years of experience in physical, personnel, operational and/or communications security</li><li>
Knowledge in applying Army Regulations related to physical, operational, personnel, information, communications, and industrial security</li><li>
Experience in writing and implementing SOPs for various security disciplines</li><li>
Experience in implementing and managing physical security measures and controls, particularly in environments containing sensitive systems</li><li>
Written and verbal communication skills, with experience drafting security documents</li><li>
Ability to work independently in a high-paced environment<ul><li>
Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, Word), SharePoint, and Teams</li><li>
Must possess and maintain a Secret Security Clearance</li></ul></li></ul>
Desired Qualifications<ul><li>
Experience working with DoD and Army security environments</li><li>
Familiarity with physical security measures, ensuring the protection of facilities housing program systems and environments</li><li>
Familiarity with secure networks and systems that support secure information sharing and access control</li></ul> 
If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the hiring official or human resources representative. Reasonable accommodations are provided to individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).</div>

Program Security Specialist (Journeyman)

<div>Position: Procurement Support Specialist (Journeyman)
Clearance: Secret
Location: Fort Belvoir, VA
Type: Exempt, Full Time, Regular
Description
The Procurement Support Specialist (Journeyman) contributes to pre-award contracting activities and processes to accelerate the path to contract award. This role includes supporting the creation, refinement, and quality assurance of Acquisition Requirement Package (ARP) documentation aligned with acquisition and contract strategies and program objectives. Operating within the Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition framework, the Procurement Support Specialist (Journeyman) applies knowledge of the acquisition lifecycle, program management, and contracting regulations to contribute to procurement efforts from requirements definition through product or solution delivery. This position requires coordination across program office and contracting stakeholders to streamline acquisition timelines, reduce risk, and enhance strategic readiness through clear, compliant, and timely documentation and planning.
Duties and Responsibilities (including but not limited to)<ul><li>
Contribute to market research, including Requests For Information (RFIs), Commercial Solutions Openings (CSOs), and industry engagement materials</li><li>
Collaborate with acquisition and financial teams on contract strategies, approaches, and selection of contract type (e.g., Other Transaction Authority, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)-based), including developing courses of action for leadership consideration and decision</li><li>
Contribute to developing ARP documentation, including Market Research Reports, Performance Work Statements (PWS), Statements of Work (SOW), Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASP), Acquisition Plans, Source Selection Plans (SSP) Requests For Proposal (RFP), and Service Contract Approval Requests; and ensure that they are completed in a compliant manner</li><li>
Apply knowledge in contracting policies, principles and guidance, legal considerations and compliance, pricing, source selection planning, contract status tracking and reporting, and risk mitigation across contract execution and delivery</li><li>
Coordinate with cross-functional acquisition, financial, and contracting teams to align and meet timelines, identify potential obstacles, and propose actionable mitigation strategies</li><li>
Draft and review contract-related documentation, assess contractual language for clarity and compliance, and recommend acquisition and contract strategies that align with program objectives</li><li>
Contribute to developing contract strategy recommendations, to include rationale / justification, impact analyses, alternatives, and trade-off analyses</li><li>
Facilitate input gathering from program office representatives and stakeholders through structured collaboration mechanisms to develop and refine ARP products</li><li>
Maintain document version control, change tracking, and configuration management for contracting artifacts and approval records</li><li>
Apply pre-award and post-award contracting processes and procedures from requirements through delivery</li><li>
Ensure appropriate funding and required waivers, certifications, approvals, and compliances have been included pre-solicitation, and obtained post-solicitation</li><li>
Monitor contracting timelines and track key task milestones, deliverables, and documentation readiness to ensure auditability and alignment with internal controls</li><li>
Support customer requirement intake and validation against established contract vehicles, ensuring completeness, traceability, and mission alignment</li><li>
Deliver work products such as contract strategies, Market Research Reports, ARP documentation, contract status reports, analyses, briefings, and white papers</li></ul>
Required Qualifications<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Acquisition and Contract Management, Business Administration, Public Administration) or an additional two (2) years of experience</li><li>
5+ years of experience in federal procurement or contracting, preferably in a DoD acquisition environment</li><li>
Knowledge of the DoD acquisition lifecycle, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)/Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and pre-/post-award contracting practices and activities</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to develop complete, compliant, and timely Acquisition Requirements Packages and associated documentation</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience drafting acquisition strategies and briefing materials for senior decision-makers</li><li>
Ability to work independently in a high-paced environment while managing multiple acquisition priorities<ul><li>
Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, Word), SharePoint, and Teams</li><li>
Must possess and maintain a Secret Security Clearance</li></ul></li></ul>
Desired Qualifications<ul><li>
Experience working with Army-specific acquisition and procurement systems or contracting offices</li><li>
Familiarity with Agile principles as applied in acquisition planning or iterative strategy development</li><li>
Working knowledge of DoD contracting tools</li><li>
Experience coordinating across organizations and multi-disciplinary project teams</li><li>
History of drafting and reviewing documentation in support of large-scale procurement actions</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex acquisition issues to senior leaders and contracting officers clearly and effectively</li></ul> 
If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the hiring official or human resources representative. Reasonable accommodations are provided to individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).</div>

Procurement Support Specialist (Journeyman)

<div>Position: Cost Analyst (Subject Matter Expert (SME))
Clearance: Secret
Location: Fort Belvoir, VA
Type: Exempt, Full Time, Regular
Description
The Cost Analyst (SME) delivers high-impact, defensible cost analyses across the lifecycle of large-scale Army programs. This role develops life cycle cost estimating models, conducts life cycle cost analysis, and delivers comprehensive cost products aligned with Department of Defense (DoD), Army, and Government Accountability Office (GAO) standards. Working within a collaborative, Agile-influenced program office environment, the Cost Analyst (SME) drives analytical rigor, develops traceable methodologies, and communicates financial implications to senior leadership. The Cost Analyst (SME) brings deep subject matter expertise, fluency with industry-standard tools, and the ability to navigate evolving cost drivers in a dynamic acquisition environment.
Duties and Responsibilities (including but not limited to)<ul><li>
Develop and maintain life cycle cost estimates and documentation based on DoD, GAO, and MIL-STD best practices, including Program Office Estimates (POEs), Life Cycle Cost Estimates (LCCEs), Affordability Analyses, and Business Case Analyses (BCAs)</li><li>
Develop/contribute to documentation for program cost estimates and cost impacts for planning support, including a Cost Analysis Requirements Description (CARD) and/or a CARD-like document, depending on the acquisition category of the program</li><li>
Create and maintain cost models using traceable methodologies and risk-adjusted estimates aligned with DoD, Army, and GAO guidance, and Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) goals</li><li>
Utilize organization-specified tools, (e.g., Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools (ACEIT) suite, Constructive Cost Model (COCOMO), Software Evaluation and Estimation of Resources - Software Estimating Model (SEER-SEM), Crystal Ball, Software Lifecycle Management (SLiM), True Planning, and the Earned Value (EV) Tool) to build, analyze, and defend cost models in support of acquisition planning</li><li>
Contribute to, review, and provide feedback on Program Objective Memorandum (POM) submissions, Army Program Budget Briefs (APBB), Program Execution Group (PEG) products, and Procurement and Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&amp;E) (P&amp;R) Form products</li><li>
Contribute to/prepare responses to high-level taskers from DoD, Army, or Congress</li><li>
Develop Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) and Rough Orders of Magnitude (ROMs) supporting specific contract actions, upcoming changes, and major case by case programmatic expenditures</li><li>
Provide recommendations on cost realism and cost reasonableness</li><li>
Conduct cost risk assessments and contribute to cost/performance tradeoff analyses to inform strategic and tactical decision-making</li><li>
Use software tools to conduct cost risk analysis; specifically, Monte Carlo simulations</li><li>
Perform Cost as an Independent Variable (CAIV) analyses (i.e., manage to budget estimation)</li><li>
Use baseline cost model as a foundation for course of action (COA) analyses</li><li>
Collaborate with acquisition and financial teams to ensure consistency of data across cost estimating elements and program products</li><li>
Support centralization and sharing of cost data to improve estimates across the program organization</li><li>
Define, manage, and analyze cost metrics aligned with program financial parameters</li><li>
Conduct cost analyses in a way that is agile enough to dynamically change based on adjusted input variables</li><li>
Document ground rules and assumptions used to drive all estimate products</li><li>
Demonstrate knowledge of the latest cost analysis policies, regulations, and methodologies</li><li>
Prepare briefing materials, templates, and structured documentation to convey cost implications at key planning and milestone events</li><li>
Validate internally developed estimates and review program team submissions, tailoring validation standards as needed based on scope and context</li><li>
Evaluate cost realism and affordability in the context of Agile planning cycles, iterative development, or shifting program priorities</li><li>
Maintain assumptions, methods, and updates for all cost estimates in accordance with evolving requirements and best practices</li><li>
Contribute to special initiatives requiring expert-level cost analysis to enable data-driven program and budget decisions</li><li>
Deliver work products including methodology approaches, white papers, executive briefings, and financial reports that clearly communicate recommendations and underlying rationale</li></ul>
Required Qualifications<ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Operations Research, Business Analytics, Finance, Applied Mathematics), or a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a related field plus an additional two (2) years of relevant experience</li><li>
12+ years of professional experience, including 8+ in cost analysis, including development of DoD and Army cost estimates, life cycle cost models, and cost documentation</li><li>
Demonstrated expertise using ACEIT for building, managing, and defending analytical cost models</li><li>
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for cost modeling, data analysis, and scenario simulation</li><li>
Strong knowledge of applicable DoD and Army financial (cost and budget) policies and standards, and compliance requirements</li><li>
Ability to analyze and interpret complex program requirements and financial products</li><li>
Excellent analytical skills and the ability to present data in clear, concise, and actionable formats for senior leaders and stakeholders</li><li>
Ability to support short-notice tasks with quick turnaround (within 24 hours before suspense deadlines), ensuring timely responses and proper coordination, collaboration, and configuration control</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing formal briefings and technical reports for senior decision-makers</li><li>
Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a high-tempo environment</li><li>
Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, Word), SharePoint, and Teams</li><li>
Must possess and maintain a Secret Security Clearance</li></ul>
Desired Qualifications<ul><li>
Experience in Army acquisition programs</li><li>
Familiarity with Agile-based planning approaches</li><li>
Agile certifications such as Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Agilist (SA) or Program Management Institute (PMI) Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)</li><li>
Proficiency in commercial cost estimating tools such as Constructive Cost Model (COCOMO), Software Evaluation and Estimation of Resources - Software Estimating Model (SEER-SEM), Crystal Ball, Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools (ACE-IT), Software Lifecycle Management (SLiM), True Planning, and the Earned Value (EV) Tool</li><li>
Proficiency with Power BI or similar tools for data visualization and cost reporting dashboards</li><li>
Working knowledge of earned value management (EVM), performance-based budgeting, financial risk analysis, and Planning, Programming, Budget and Execution (PPBE) processes and responsibilities</li><li>
Experience briefing executive leadership, program managers, or budget authorities on cost modeling outcomes and strategic implications</li></ul> 
If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the hiring official or human resources representative. Reasonable accommodations are provided to individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).</div>

Cost Analyst, SME

<div>Position: Cost Analyst (Senior)
Clearance: Secret
Location: Fort Belvoir, VA
Type: Exempt, Full Time, Regular
Description
The Cost Analyst (Senior) delivers high-impact, defensible cost analyses across the lifecycle of large-scale Army programs. This role develops life cycle cost estimating models, conducts life cycle cost analysis, and delivers comprehensive cost products aligned with Department of Defense (DoD), Army, and Government Accountability Office (GAO) standards. Working within a collaborative, Agile-influenced program office environment, the Cost Analyst (Senior) drives analytical rigor, develops traceable methodologies, and communicates financial implications to senior leadership. The Cost Analyst (Senior) brings deep subject matter expertise, fluency with industry-standard tools, and the ability to navigate evolving cost drivers in a dynamic acquisition environment.
Duties and Responsibilities (including but not limited to)<ul><li>
Develop and maintain life cycle cost estimates and documentation based on DoD, GAO, and MIL-STD best practices, including Program Office Estimates (POEs), Life Cycle Cost Estimates (LCCEs), Affordability Analyses, and Business Case Analyses (BCAs)</li><li>
Develop/contribute to documentation for program cost estimates and cost impacts for planning support, including a Cost Analysis Requirements Description (CARD) and/or a CARD-like document, depending on the acquisition category of the program</li><li>
Create and maintain cost models using traceable methodologies and risk-adjusted estimates aligned with DoD, Army, and GAO guidance, and Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) goals</li><li>
Utilize organization-specified tools, (e.g., Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools (ACEIT) suite, Constructive Cost Model (COCOMO), Software Evaluation and Estimation of Resources - Software Estimating Model (SEER-SEM), Crystal Ball, Software Lifecycle Management (SLiM), True Planning, and the Earned Value (EV) Tool) to build, analyze, and defend cost models in support of acquisition planning</li><li>
Contribute to, review, and/or provide feedback on Program Objective Memorandum (POM) submissions, Army Program Budget Briefs (APBB), Program Execution Group (PEG) products, and Procurement and Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&amp;E) (P&amp;R) Form products</li><li>
Contribute to/prepare responses to high-level taskers from DoD, Army, or Congress</li><li>
Develop Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) and Rough Orders of Magnitude (ROMs) supporting specific contract actions, upcoming changes, and major case by case programmatic expenditures</li><li>
Provide recommendations on cost realism and cost reasonableness</li><li>
Conduct cost risk assessments and contribute to cost/performance tradeoff analyses to inform strategic and tactical decision-making</li><li>
Use software tools to conduct cost risk analysis; specifically, Monte Carlo simulations</li><li>
Perform Cost as an Independent Variable (CAIV) analyses (i.e., manage to budget estimation)</li><li>
Use baseline cost model as a foundation for course of action (COA) analyses</li><li>
Collaborate with acquisition and financial teams to ensure consistency of data across cost estimating elements and program products</li><li>
Support centralization and sharing of cost data to improve estimates across the program organization</li><li>
Define, manage, and analyze cost metrics aligned with program financial parameters</li><li>
Conduct cost analyses in a way that is agile enough to dynamically change based on adjusted input variables</li><li>
Document ground rules and assumptions used to drive all estimate products</li><li>
Demonstrate knowledge of the latest cost analysis policies, regulations, and methodologies</li><li>
Prepare briefing materials, templates, and structured documentation to convey cost implications at key planning and milestone events</li><li>
Validate internally developed estimates and review program team submissions, tailoring validation standards as needed based on scope and context</li><li>
Evaluate cost realism and affordability in the context of Agile planning cycles, iterative development, or shifting program priorities</li><li>
Maintain assumptions, methods, and updates for all cost estimates in accordance with evolving requirements and best practices</li><li>
Contribute to special initiatives requiring expert-level cost analysis to enable data-driven program and budget decisions</li><li>
Deliver work products including methodology approaches, white papers, executive briefings, and financial reports that clearly communicate recommendations and underlying rationale</li></ul>
Required Qualifications<ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Operations Research, Business Analytics, Finance, Applied Mathematics), or a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a related field plus an additional two (2) years of relevant experience</li><li>
8+ years of professional experience, including 5+ in cost analysis, including development of DoD and Army cost estimates, life cycle cost models, and cost documentation</li><li>
Demonstrated expertise using ACEIT for building, managing, and defending analytical cost models</li><li>
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for cost modeling, data analysis, and scenario simulation</li><li>
Knowledge of applicable DoD and Army financial (cost and budget) policies and standards, and compliance requirements</li><li>
Ability to analyze and interpret complex program requirements and financial products</li><li>
Excellent analytical skills and the ability to present data in clear, concise, and actionable formats for senior leaders and stakeholders</li><li>
Ability to support short-notice tasks with quick turnaround (within 24 hours before suspense deadlines), ensuring timely responses and proper coordination, collaboration, and configuration control</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing formal briefings and technical reports for senior decision-makers</li><li>
Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a high-tempo environment</li><li>
Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, Word), SharePoint, and Teams</li><li>
Must possess and maintain a Secret Security Clearance</li></ul>
Desired Qualifications<ul><li>
Experience in Army acquisition programs</li><li>
Familiarity with Agile-based planning approaches</li><li>
Agile certifications such as Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Agilist (SA) or Program Management Institute (PMI) Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)</li><li>
Proficiency in commercial cost estimating tools such as Constructive Cost Model (COCOMO), Software Evaluation and Estimation of Resources - Software Estimating Model (SEER-SEM), Crystal Ball, Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools (ACE-IT), Software Lifecycle Management (SLiM), True Planning, and the Earned Value (EV) Tool</li><li>
Proficiency with Power BI or similar tools for data visualization and cost reporting dashboards</li><li>
Working knowledge of earned value management (EVM), performance-based budgeting, financial risk analysis, and Planning, Programming, Budget and Execution (PPBE) processes and responsibilities</li><li>
Experience briefing executive leadership, program managers, or budget authorities on cost modeling outcomes and strategic implications</li></ul> 
If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the hiring official or human resources representative. Reasonable accommodations are provided to individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).</div>

Cost Analyst (Senior)

<div>Position: Acquisition Analyst (Senior)
Clearance: Secret
Location: Fort Belvoir, VA
Type: Exempt, Full Time, Regular
Description
The Acquisition Analyst (Senior) leads acquisition planning, documentation, and execution activities across Army programs, identifying and applying innovative strategies and flexibility in delivering capabilities. This role ensures alignment with Department of Defense (DoD) and U.S. Army acquisition lifecycle requirements, with a focus on developing and refining acquisition strategies, contract artifacts, and milestone documentation. Operating in a fast-paced, Agile-informed environment, the Acquisition Analyst applies expertise across the acquisition lifecycle&mdash;from requirements definition through delivery&mdash;to ensure programs meet schedule, cost, and performance objectives. The role requires close coordination with leadership, stakeholders, and acquisition communities to drive compliant, well-informed decision-making across all phases of program execution.
Duties and Responsibilities (including but not limited to)<ul><li>
Analyze and evaluate acquisition impacts, risks, and interdependencies, and surface recommendations and operational impacts to program leadership</li><li>
Lead acquisition lifecycle activities (e.g., strategic planning, analyses, execution) across cost, schedule, contract, risk, reporting, and program performance areas within designated program(s)/project(s)</li><li>
Review and interpret policy and guidance from the Army Acquisition Executive and translate directives into actionable program strategies, processes, procedures, and documentation</li><li>
Ensure alignment of acquisition policy and procedures with DoD, Department of the Army (DA), and program objectives</li><li>
Apply expertise in acquisition and contracting policies, principles and guidance, legal considerations and compliance, program planning, program execution tracking and reporting, and risk mitigation across execution and delivery</li><li>
Monitor evolving acquisition and programmatic guidance and ensure specific planning direction is incorporated into program execution</li><li>
Develop and maintain acquisition documentation aligned with the designated program acquisition framework (e.g., DoD Instruction (DoDI) 5000.75, DoDI 500.87), e.g., Acquisition Strategy, Business Case Analysis, Test and Evaluation Strategy/Plan, , Life Cycle Management Plan</li><li>
Gather/Facilitate input from program office representatives and stakeholders through structured collaboration mechanisms to develop and refine acquisition products</li><li>
Collaborate with contract and financial teams on acquisition and contract strategies, approaches, and selection of acquisition framework (e.g., DoDI 5000.75, DoDI 5000.87) and contract type (e.g., Other Transaction Authority, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)-based), including developing courses of action for leadership consideration and decision</li><li>
Contribute to contract activities such as market research, including Requests For Information (RFIs), Commercial Solutions Openings (CSOs), and industry engagement materials, and Acquisition Requirements Package product development</li><li>
Contribute to contract documentation such as Acquisition Plan, Market Research Report, Statement of Objectives (SOO), Statement of Work (SOW), Performance Work Statement (PWS), Independent Government Cost Estimate (IGCE), Service Contract Approval Request (SCAR)</li><li>
Define, track, and manage program metrics</li><li>
Leverage data visualization tools to communicate acquisition status and performance metrics in support of program reporting requirements</li><li>
Develop / contribute to program planning products (e.g., strategies, schedules/roadmaps), financial products (e.g., budgets, Program Objective Memorandum (POM) submission), and program reporting products</li><li>
Represent the program in acquisition working groups, milestone reviews, Configuration Steering Boards, and other governance forums to identify issues and propose acquisition solutions</li><li>
Collaborate with combat developers, requirements owners, and internal stakeholders to align acquisition execution with user needs</li><li>
Evaluate user requirements and assess compliance with acquisition policy to ensure delivery approaches are traceable, cost-effective, and performance-aligned</li><li>
Establish and maintain relationships across acquisition and evaluation communities to remain informed on relevant policy, priorities, and best practices</li><li>
Maintain and analyze acquisition-related data for all assigned programs and ensure accurate, timely input into required systems and reports</li><li>
Use Project Management Resource Tools (PMRT) to manage data and generate acquisition documentation</li><li>
Prepare monthly and quarterly acquisition reports, ensuring clarity, traceability, and readiness for leadership review</li><li>
Develop special reports, white papers, presentations, and analysis reports, as requested, that represent program execution requirements</li></ul>
Required Qualifications<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Acquisition and Contract Management, Program Management, Business Administration, or related discipline) or an additional two (2) years of experience</li><li>
8+ years of experience managing DoD or Army acquisition lifecycle activities, including documentation development, milestone planning, and policy interpretation</li><li>
Extensive knowledge of the DoD 5000 series, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)/Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and Army acquisition guidance</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to develop required acquisition documentation across acquisition frameworks (DoDI 5000.75, DoDI 5000.87)</li><li>
Ability to work independently in a high-paced environment while managing multiple acquisition priorities</li><li>
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), SharePoint, Teams, and PMRT or equivalent acquisition tools</li><li>
Experience with program reporting requirements and understanding of acquisition governance processes</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience producing acquisition briefings and milestone-ready documentation</li><li>
Must possess and maintain a Secret Security Clearance</li></ul>
Desired Qualifications<ul><li>
Experience working with Army-specific acquisition offices</li><li>
Experience in Agile acquisition environments or iterative acquisition planning methods</li><li>
Familiarity with Army program management office organization structures and command structures</li><li>
Working knowledge of data visualization tools such as Power BI for acquisition reporting</li><li>
Agile certifications such as Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Agilist (SA), Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), or Program Management Institute (PMI) Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)</li></ul> 
If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the hiring official or human resources representative. Reasonable accommodations are provided to individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).</div>

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