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Government Contracts Administrator

Prosync

Catonsville, MD • Remote

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic, results-oriented Government Contracts Administrator with experience in supporting DoD & IC customers. This individual will ensure current and future contracts are compliant with contract requirements, including Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) or equivalent, supplements, guidelines, requirements, and procedures, and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) for international pursuits and contracts. The Contracts Administrator will lead contracts negotiations, evaluate new business opportunities, and provide recommendations to business management, which minimize risk and maximize financial results of the business.

The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of industry practices, experience working with U.S. Government Federal Acquisition Regulations contracts, and preferably have experience supporting DoD and IC, as well as demonstrate the ability to successfully interact with internal and external customers.

Responsibilities will include:

  • Day-to-day activities will include proposal preparation, pre‐contract risk analysis, negotiation, troubleshooting and resolving contractual issues, and administration of U.S. government contracts.
  • Practice proactive contracts management, respond to inquiries regarding contract obligations/revisions, and initiate the documentation to authorize work according to contractual specifications.
  • Review complex domestic proposals for compliance with requirements of Request for Proposal, with particular focus on identification and mitigation/elimination of “proposal risk” and “execution risk”.
  • Draft modified/ revised language for terms and conditions in response to an RFP.
  • Communicate results, contractual risks and mitigation alternatives concisely, both verbally and in writing.
  • Collaborate with and influence other business areas without direct authority.
  • Apply knowledge of corporate policies and procedures and identify required improvement to established policies.
  • Coordinate and manage the contracts volume as part of a major or complex proposal.
  • Determine appropriate flow down provisions for subcontracts and material procurement.
  • Mentor less experienced Contract professionals.

Requirements

  • A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field.
  • 10+ years of cradle to grave contracts experience in the Defense/IC industry.
  • Experience preparing, reviewing, and submitting prime contract proposals and subcontract packages to federal agencies, ensuring compliance with FAR, DFARS, agency supplements, and solicitation requirements.
  • Experience with various contracting types, including FFP, FPI, FPAF, CPFF, CPAF, T&M, LH, GSA, IDIQ, etc.
  • Experience with SharePoint and Unanet Systems is a must.
  • Extensive experience negotiating multi-million-dollar defense contracts, as well as large Defense/IC contractors.
  • Ability to contribute to the development strategy and lead strategic initiatives in support of functional and business objectives.
  • Outstanding leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
  • Demonstrated proactive contracts management experience.
  • Must have experience managing and supporting Top Secret level contracts or higher.
  • Must have the ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance in order to qualify.

Benefits

Join PROSYNC and enjoy our great benefits!

Health & Retirement

  • We offer a comprehensive Health Benefits package and 401K retirement plan so you can take care of yourself and your family, now and in the future. Other health-related benefits include an employee assistance program for those difficult times or when you need to take care of your mental health.

Education

  • Individual growth is a priority at ProSync. Employees are encouraged to take advantage of our company-sponsored continuing education program so they can get their degree or that next certification they need to propel them to the next level.

Work/Life Balance

  • A healthy work/life balance is essential for building and executing your work effectively at ProSync, but it’s also necessary to allow you the room to pursue everything else you want to develop in your personal life. We offer generous Paid Time Off and 11 paid holidays a year. ProSync also provides flexible work options that work with your schedule and lifestyle.