Acquisition Support Specialist

Acquisition Support Specialist

The Opportunity: 

As an acquisition management professional, you know that both sides of the acquisition and contracts lifecycle are pivotal to your clients’ missions. We’re looking for someone like you to be a liaison to the government. Bring your passion to support pre- and post-award federal contracts and improve the processes that defend our nation. 

As a Federal Acquisition Management Professional at Booz Allen, you’ll work closely with our defense clients in support of the warfighter, aiding in the acquisition of all they need for optimal end strength and ensuring that their mission is our mission. This is an opportunity to impact our country’s defense acquisition and contract process.

You’ll complete procurement request packages and be responsible for the safe storage and handling of sensitive documents. You’ll provide acquisition expertise regarding all statutory, regulatory, and policy updates impacting each project’s success. From creating and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders to obtaining concurrence, you’ll deliver meaningful acquisition support.   

This requirement demands expert-level acquisition and contracting support for complex programs with strong strategic thinking and an ability to manage intricate acquisition challenges. This role will ensure compliance with federal acquisition regulations, assist in the development of acquisition strategies, and manage procurement activities throughout the program lifecycle. 

Join us. The world can’t wait. 

You Have: 

• 3+ years of experience supporting federal acquisition processes throughout the entire lifecycle from initial planning and requirements through contract award, administration, and closeout, ensuring compliance with FAR or DFARS and agency-specific regulations
• Ability to assist with the development of Acquisition Requirements Packages (ARP), including acquisition documentation such as Procurement Work Directives (PWD) or Statements of Work (SOW), and within the parameters of OCI and NDA guardrails
• Ability to provide contractual insight recommendations through synthesizing inputs from technical, contracting, and program management sources to drive the timely completion of acquisition documentation
• Ability to support the preparation and review of pre-award documentation with stakeholders, to ensure accuracy and compliance with FAR, DFARS, or AFARS, and agency or organization guidelines
• Ability to review, monitor, and track contract documentation for completed awards with an emphasis on financial reviews, invoicing monitoring, and contract data requirements lists (CDRLs) submissions
• Ability to provide regulatory reviews of CDRLs to assist with conformance for final reject or acceptance by contracting officials
• Ability to support the maintenance of program documentation across the acquisition lifecycle
• Ability to assist with data collection, reporting, contract file audits, and readiness documentation
• Secret clearance
• HS diploma or GED

Nice If You Have: 

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Business Management, or a related field
• Defense Acquisition University (DAU)Certifications

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information;Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $55,200.00 to $126,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work ModelOur people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.