Contracts Administrative Specialist

Role Overview

• Provide contract administration support including data-call responses and reporting for CO, COTR, and Program Manager.
• Interface with NRO financial systems such as BERT, BART, FIRST, Forest and Trees, and others.
• Maintain compliant and accurate contract files per regulatory standards.
• Prepare contract awards and modifications per NAM/FAR guidance.
• Review and process EPX documentation including appropriate clauses and approvals.
• Develop and maintain key contractual documents including negotiation memorandums.
• Review and advise on SOWs, J&As, acquisition plans, and other contracting documents.
• Provide contracting guidance to COTR, Program Control, and Security.
• Conduct and support market research and prepare related documentation.
• Analyze cash flow for contract decisions and recommend appropriate contract types.
• Identify appropriate procurement methods and contract financing strategies.
• Recommend competition types and justify selections (e.g., full and open, other than full and open).
• Provide support for source selections, pre/post-award debriefings, and protest resolutions.
• Conduct cost/price analysis and identify the need for certified pricing data.
• Prepare and support negotiations for all contract elements including schedule, performance, and pricing.
• Track and support government property usage and issue resolution.
• Assist with expired contract processing and close-out documentation.
• Calculate final contract prices and resolve contract payment issues.
• Identify and escalate indicators of fraud or misconduct.
• Assess, recommend, and document subcontracting plans and compliance issues (e.g., OCI, ITAR).
• Support delivery and acceptance documentation and ensure contract adherence.

Requirements

• TS/SCI with a Counterintelligence Polygraph (Preferably with this client)
• High School Diploma, Associate’s Degree, or Bachelor’s Degree required (dependent on level)
• 2–10+ years of experience in federal contract administration
• Familiarity with NAM/FAR and contract documentation standards
• Proficiency using contract writing tools (e.g., EPX Studio)
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills

Tech Stack

• TypeScript

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• EAP
• Training and Tuition Assistance
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays