Acquisition Specialist

Overview

VTG is looking for an Acquisition Specialist in Chantilly, VA. (Note: Contingent upon program award).

Acquisition Specialist I provides entry-level acquisition and procurement support, assisting government or program teams with documentation, research, and acquisition lifecycle activities under senior supervision. Acquisition Specialist II independently supports acquisition planning and execution, ensuring compliance with FAR requirements while enabling timely and effective procurements. Acquisition Specialist III provides expert-level acquisition leadership, advising government and program leadership on acquisition strategy, compliance, and execution across complex procurements.

What will you do?

Acquisition Specialist I

Support development and maintenance of acquisition documentation (market research summaries, acquisition plans, IGCE inputs, contract files)

Assist with FAR-based reviews of requirements packages and supporting artifacts

Conduct market research and vendor analysis in support of competitive procurements

Track acquisition milestones, actions, and deliverables

Support coordination with contracting officers, program managers, and stakeholders

Maintain acquisition records and compliance documentation

Acquisition Specialist II

Develop and review acquisition planning documents, including acquisition strategies and market research reports

Support preparation of solicitation packages (RFIs, RFPs, RFQs) and evaluation criteria

Analyze requirements to ensure alignment with acquisition approach and contract vehicles

Support source selection activities, including proposal evaluation documentation

Coordinate with contracting officers, legal, finance, and program teams

Track acquisition schedules, risks, and dependencies

Provide acquisition guidance to technical and program stakeholders

Acquisition Specialist III

Lead acquisition strategy development for complex or high-visibility procurements

Advise program leadership on acquisition approaches, contract structures, and risk mitigation

Oversee development and review of all acquisition documentation for FAR compliance

Support or advise on source selection planning and execution

Serve as senior liaison to contracting officers, legal counsel, and senior stakeholders

Identify acquisition risks, schedule impacts, and regulatory constraints

Mentor junior and mid-level acquisition specialists

Support program reviews, audits, and acquisition governance activities

Do you have what it takes?

TS/SCI with Poly Required

Acquisition Specialist I

1-4 years of experience supporting acquisition, procurement, or program operations

Basic familiarity with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)

Strong organizational, writing, and analytical skills

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Acquisition Management, or related field

Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting DoD, IC, DOJ, or civilian agency programs, Exposure to contract vehicles (IDIQs, BPAs, task orders), DAWIA Level I or coursework toward acquisition certification

Acquisition Specialist II

5-9 years of acquisition or procurement support experience

Strong working knowledge of FAR and applicable supplements (DFARS, agency-specific regs)

Experience supporting competitive procurements and contract awards

Strong written communication and documentation skills

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Acquisition Management, or related field

Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting IC, DoD, or DOJ acquisition programs, DAWIA Level II or equivalent acquisition certification, Experience with IDIQs, BPAs, and task order competitions

Acquisition Specialist III

Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred

10+ years of acquisition or procurement experience

Deep expertise in FAR, DFARS, and federal acquisition lifecycle

Proven experience supporting large, complex federal procurements

Strong leadership, advisory, and stakeholder engagement skills

Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting IC, DoD, or DOJ mission programs, DAWIA Level III or equivalent certification, Experience supporting multiple contract vehicles and acquisition portfolios