Acquisition Specialist

VivSoft Technologies
  • Herndon, VA
  • Remote
  • $100,000–$105,000 Per Year
  • Autofill and Review
13 days ago

Job Description

Job Title: Acquisition SpecialistLocation: RemoteType: Full-time, W2Clearance: Public TrustAbout VivSoftVivSoft is a mission-driven technology company specializing in Cloud, DevSecOps, Artificial Intelligence, and Digital Experience. We are a diverse team of innovators focused on creating open, scalable, and automated solutions that drive digital transformation in federal space. Our work culture fosters collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning.Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Acquisition / Contract Specialist to support DoD acquisition, procurement, and lifecycle management activities. The role involves applying federal contracting principles, conducting cost and price analysis, and developing acquisition strategies and documentation in alignment with DoD acquisition systems and regulations.Key Responsibilities
  • Apply knowledge of contracting principles, laws, regulations, and federal acquisition procedures (FAR/DFARS)
  • Perform cost and price analysis to support procurement decisions and acquisition planning
  • Conduct fact-finding, analysis, and resolution of complex contracting and acquisition issues
  • Develop actionable recommendations, acquisition strategies, and supporting documentation
  • Prepare written materials including reports, correspondence, recommendations, and acquisition deliverables
  • Communicate contractual guidance to stakeholders and non-contracting personnel
  • Support acquisition lifecycle activities within DoD acquisition systems and integrated environments
  • Ensure accurate documentation and data management using Microsoft Office and acquisition tools
  • Collaborate with program teams to resolve procurement and contract-related challenges
Required Skills & Experience
  • 8+ years of experience in one or more of the following:
      • Project or program management
      • Logistics or life cycle management
      • Acquisition or procurement support
      • Requirements generation or contract support
      • Purchasing of DoD supplies and services
  • Experience may be reduced to 4 years with a Bachelor’s degree
  • Strong understanding of federal and DoD acquisition processes and procedures
  • Experience with contracting principles, cost analysis, and procurement documentation
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and DoD acquisition frameworks
  • Experience supporting acquisition systems or integrated acquisition environments
  • Prior federal or DoD contracting experience strongly preferred.
Benefits
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans (Healthcare benefits are 100% employer-paid for employees only)  
  • Life Insurance  
  • Paid Time Off (Flexible/Combined PTO, Bereavement Leave, 11 Company Paid Holidays)  
  • 401K Retirement Plan with employer match  
  • Professional Development Training Reimbursement 
Salary Range: $ 100,000- $ 105,000 annually

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Numbers & Facts

LocationHerndon, VA (
Remote
)
Salary$100,000–$105,000 Per Year

Skills

  • Acquisition Regulationsunmatched
  • Acquisition Strategyunmatched
  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Contract Managementunmatched
  • Contract Requirementsunmatched
  • Cost Analysisunmatched
  • Data Managementunmatched
  • Data Qualityunmatched
  • Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS)unmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • DoD Acquisitionsunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)unmatched
  • Federal Contractsunmatched
  • Federal Laws and Regulationsunmatched
  • Government Contractsunmatched
  • Health Planunmatched
  • Logisticsunmatched
  • Microsoft Officeunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Procurement Managementunmatched
  • Project/Program Managementunmatched
  • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
  • Research Skillsunmatched
  • Strategic Planningunmatched
  • United States Department of Defense (DoD)unmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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