Top Secret Cleared Acquisition Policy Analyst

About the role

Zantech is seeking an Acquisition Policy Analyst to support the Service Delivery & Resource Allocation Management Support project. The role is based in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

• Manage the administrative lifecycle for all R&D acquisition activities including BAAs, Program Solicitations, Scientific Review Memorandums, Special Notices, and RFIs
• Maintain office-wide BAA and all program documentation templates and SOPs
• Manage acquisition communications and routing between DARPA PMs, CMO, and OGC
• Track and analyze acquisition lifecycle; provide quarterly process improvement recommendations
• Support Manage the administrative lifecycle for all R&D acquisition activities from solicitation through proposal evaluation and document routing; achieve 95% error-free processing with no contractor-caused delays exceeding 3 business days
• Maintain office-wide BAA and all required program documentation templates on classified and unclassified repositories; update SOPs at least annually and upon personnel turnover
• Manage all acquisition communications and routing between DARPA Program Managers, Contracts Management Office (CMO), and Office of General Counsel (OGC)
• Track and analyze the acquisition lifecycle for all classified and unclassified acquisitions; provide at least one actionable process improvement recommendation per quarter
• Prepare and route acquisition lifecycle tracking and analysis reports quarterly
• Support preparation of projected program budget allocations for each performer as part of acquisition documentation
• Advise Program Managers and the Program Manager III on acquisition policy questions and compliance requirements

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years with direct experience in R&D and/or services contracting policy, including procurement contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, and Other Transactions
• Thorough knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and DoD-specific acquisition authorities including Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs)
• Experience managing BAAs, Program Solicitations, Scientific Review Memorandums, Special Notices, and Requests for Information
• Experience evaluating abstracts and proposals for technical and administrative compliance
• Familiarity with DARPA acquisition processes and the Contracts Management Office (CMO) routing procedures preferred
• Strong documentation skills; experience maintaining SOPs, templates, and acquisition lifecycle tracking tools
• Ability to identify process inefficiencies and prepare quarterly improvement recommendations
• Strong interpersonal skills for coordinating across ACO, DARPA legal, and contracts staff
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Project, and classified systems (SIPRNet/JWICS)
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Qualifications

• Education Required: Bachelor's degree in any field
• Education Preferred: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Acquisition, Contract Management, Business, or Public Administration
• Preferred Certifications: FAC-C (Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting), DAU Contracting coursework (CON 170, CON 270, or equivalent), DAWIA Level II or III in Contracting

Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of acquisition policies and procedures
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and classified systems

Benefits

Competitive compensation, strong benefits, and a vacation package. Fast-paced and exciting work environment.

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