Contract Specialist

Summary This announcement is issued under the Direct Hire Authority (DHA) to recruit for positions for which there is a critical hiring need. Selectee(s) will receive a career or career-conditional appointment in the competitive service and may be required to serve a one year probationary period. Responsibilities Typical work assignments at the full performance level include, but are not limited to: Serving as point of contact for program officials on acquisition and administrative matters affecting major procurement supplies and services. Monitoring acquisitions, procurements, and outsourcing efforts to ensure information security requirements are addressed and consistent with organizational goals. Developing supply chain, system, network, performance, and cybersecurity requirements included in contract language. Creating and maintaining all required contractual documentation. Conduct debriefings for unsuccessful offers and prepares documentation in the event of a protest. Requirement...