Contract Administrator — Entry-Level / Early Career

About the role

This is an opportunity for someone who wants to break into government contracting and build a long-term career in the contracts management arena. You do not need to come in as an expert. We are looking for someone with strong business judgment, attention to detail, clear communication skills, and the drive to learn how Department of Defense contracts are managed the right way.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration of Veilant’s Department of Defense contracts while learning the full contract lifecycle from award through execution and closeout.
• Work closely with Program Managers, Project Managers, finance, leadership, and other internal stakeholders to help keep contract activity organized, compliant, accurate, and on track.
• Develop hands-on experience with government contracting concepts, contract documentation, compliance requirements, contract modifications, deliverable tracking, and internal contract processes.
• Support the organization and maintenance of contract files and key compliance records.
• Begin assisting with Independent Contractor processes and related administrative tracking.
• Build trusted relationships with internal stakeholders, especially Program Managers and Project Managers.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail, follow-through, and the ability to manage sensitive information responsibly.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, Pre-Law, Finance, Government, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines, documentation, and multiple priorities with accuracy.
• Interest in building a career in government contracting, contract administration, or contracts management.
• Professional judgment, discretion, and willingness to learn compliance-driven processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, including program, project, finance, and leadership stakeholders.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship, as required for security clearance eligibility.

Qualifications

• Must Haves:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, Pre-Law, Finance, Government, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines, documentation, and multiple priorities with accuracy.
• Interest in building a career in government contracting, contract administration, or contracts management.
• Professional judgment, discretion, and willingness to learn compliance-driven processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, including program, project, finance, and leadership stakeholders.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship, as required for security clearance eligibility.
• Nice to Haves:
• Internship, coursework, or professional exposure related to contracts, business operations, legal administration, procurement, finance, or government programs.
• 2 to 5 years of contract administration experience supporting DOD portfolios.
• Experience managing or supporting FFP and IDIQ/Task Order contracts.
• Working knowledge of FAR and DFARS.
• Active Secret clearance or higher.
• Prior experience with a prime defense contractor.
• Bachelor’s degree in Contract Management or a closely related discipline.
• NCMA certification, such as CPCM or CFCM, or interest in pursuing certification.
• Experience with contract management systems such as Deltek or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with government property, subcontract management, or independent contractor administration.

Benefits

• Flexible PTO + holidays
• Generous 401k match benefit up to 10%, with an automatic 3% safe harbor contribution and additional matching based on employee contributions.
• Medical (HSA & PPO Plans Available), dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Employer Contribution to Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Professional coaching services
• Get the technology you want to do your job
• We have free daily snacks & drinks

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office
• Constantly work with computers and other information technology equipment
• The ability to communicate information and ideas in a classroom style format, may stand at a podium for long periods of time