Contract Specialist (Federal Agency)

Aalis Management Consulting is an 8(a) certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) driven by the same principles that guide our armed forces. Founded by a US Army veteran, we take pride in our core values: excellence in reputation, commitment, candor, teamwork, and dependability. Our team delivers stakeholder-focused support in the areas of Acquisition & Procurement Support, (IT) Financial Management, Program Management, and Logistics & Supply Chain Support. Visit us at www.aalismc.com

Title: Junior Contract Specialist
Client: Federal Agency
Ability to Work: Washington, D.C.
Clearance: DHS Suitability
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance; the applicant must be a U.S. citizen to be considered.
Number of Position(s): 1
Work Schedule: 8 am – 5 pm
Work Day: Monday – Friday

Position Overview

Aalis Management Consulting is seeking a Junior Contract Specialist to support acquisition and procurement operations for a federal agency. This role is ideal for an acquisition professional seeking to expand their federal contracting expertise while supporting experienced acquisition teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with acquisition package preparation, market research, and procurement documentation.
• Support the development and review of SOWs, PWSs, IGCEs, and funding packages.
• Maintain contract files, procurement trackers, and acquisition records.
• Support contract modifications, option exercises, and closeout activities.
• Assist with cost and price analyses and procurement reporting.
• Coordinate with acquisition teams to ensure timely processing of contract actions.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and agency policies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, acquisition management, public administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of federal acquisition or procurement experience.
• Knowledge of federal acquisition regulations and contracting processes.
• Experience with acquisition systems, such as PRISM, PD2, FPDS-NG, PIEE, or similar platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• FAC-C Level I or II, DAWIA Contracting Certification, or equivalent.
• Experience supporting DHS programs.

Aalis Management Consulting is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.