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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for secret clearance in the United States is $93,748.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $110,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Acquisition Management Specialist - Secret Clearance

Acquisition Management Specialist - Secret Clearance

Seventh Sense, LLC

Arlington, VA • Hybrid

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


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Acquisition Management Specialist - Secret Clearance
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Title: Acquisition Management Specialist - Secret Clearance ID: 2542 Work Location: Arlington, VA Clearance Required: Secret
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Description

Within the role of Acquisition Management Analyst, you will support a highly visible Defense Aviation Joint Program Office (JPO), responsible for managing a major defense weapon system development. You will perform critical acquisition planning, management, and reporting to inform acquisition and contracting decisions that will ensure program success.
Hiring Timeframe: Immediate
Work Location:  This position is a hybrid role in Arlington, VA (2-3 days/week on site). Seventh Sense will support your commute by contributing over $1,500 annually to your Transportation FSA. 
Responsibilities:
 

  • Perform critical program management, technical, or business analysis of major DoD acquisition systems and provides recommendations to ensure program success
  • Participates as a member of and/or supports the overall PMO
  • Apply knowledge of the principles, policies, and practices of program management and systems acquisition to inform the planning, organization, and coordination of critical aspects of the development, production, deployment, and sustainment of aircraft systems, subsystems, and equipment
  • Track and report program/project status to include cost, schedule, and performance
  • Perform EVM tracking and analysis
 
Required Qualifications:
 
  • Secret security clearance with ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance
  • Education Requirement:
    • Bachelors' degree in Business Administration, or other related discipline
      • OR Associates Degree plus four (4) years of additional relevant work experience
  • Work Experience Requirements: 
    • At least three (3) years of experience in program management, technical or business analysis discipline, in weapon systems acquisition and life cycle management
    • At least four (4) years out of eight (8) of recent work experience related to analysis and planning
    • At least two (2) years in support of a Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP)
    • Familiarity with Service and OSD forms related to PPBS, Military Interdepartmental Procurement Requests (MIPR), Work Requests, Requisitions, Data Item Descriptions (DID) Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRL), and DD254 is required
  • Demonstrated knowledge and/or familiarity with the DoD 5000 (Operation of the Defense Acquisition System) series of policy and guidance, Federal and DoD acquisition regulations and the Defense Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) 
  • Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with DoD reporting tools and major reports
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Focus on customer service and responsiveness with sound customer handling skills
  • Secret security clearance with ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance


Preferred Qualifications:
 

  • Knowledge of Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) for the development of contracts and contract modifications required for the acquisition of logistics supportability products.
  • Familiarity DoD Directive (DODD) 5530.03 (International Agreements), and the International Cooperation in Acquisition, Technology and Logistics (IC in AT&L) Handbook
  • 5th Generation Fighter acquisition management experience
  • F-35 Lightning II program knowledge and expertise
  • Experience with and knowledge of acquisition challenges associated with a Contractor Supported Weapon System (CSWS)
  • Experience with various data visualization tools
  • Familiarity and understanding of the Acquisition Management System (AMS) and Procurement Management Tool (PMT)

 
Working For Seventh Sense:

Our company was founded on a family-oriented philosophy, and our culture is rooted in making a difference in the lives of our "work family" members (referred to simply as "members" rather than "employees").
Our comprehensive benefits include: 

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with generous company match and immediate vesting
  • PTO and 11 paid holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Accident and Critical Care insurance options


Unique benefits include:

  • Day off to celebrate your birthday
  • Day off on your company anniversary date
  • Day off to volunteer for the community service project of your choice
  • A Bonus Plan that allows each member to financially benefit from company, team, and individual success. You are in full control of the bonuses you receive - ask us how!
  • A peer-to-peer recognition platform that allows members to recognize each other's accomplishments and contributions.
  • Professional development opportunities including AI & Data Literacy Skills training and Federal Acquisition training, as well as resources to assist with family life and mental wellbeing.


About Us:
Seventh Sense is an award-winning company focused on providing federal agencies with "Enlightened Solutions that Deliver Lasting Value". Our teams work with our clients to provide innovative solutions, enhance integration, and facilitate transparency of core acquisition. We are a 100% virtually operated Virginia-based company serving multiple clients across the US, and we have been recognized for 3 years in a row as a "Best Place to Work" by the Washington Business Journal! To learn more visit us at www.seventhsense.us
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Seventh Sense is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law, including race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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