Lifecycle Acquisition Analyst – SME Program Manager

Overview:

As a principal expert, this manager provides overarching strategic acquisition and
program management support for a complex portfolio of programs. The role involves leading
longterm acquisition planning, interfacing with senior agency executives, managing cross-functional
dependencies, and ensuring that all procurement actions align with the agency's strategic, financial,
and architectural objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Providing expert acquisition and program management counsel to senior government

leadership on strategic planning, contract execution, and business development activities.

• Supporting the coordination and final review of complete procurement packages for Major

System Acquisitions, including SOWs, Market Research, and IGCEs.

• Coordinating high-level activities between Acquisition, Contracts, Software Asset

Management, Engineering, and Finance to enable the rapid and compliant acquisition of
enterprise solutions.

• Supporting agency-level governance groups in the formulation of sound, long-range

acquisition strategies and spending plans.

• Proactively identifying existing and potential contractual issues at a portfolio level, analyzing

their systemic impact, and recommending courses of action to senior government leadership.
Planning the overall contractor support strategy for IV&V and system security, ensuring the
government receives a comprehensive and threat-informed assessment of the technical
solution. Required Qualifications:

• Industry leader with exceptional expertise relevant to field, compliant with GSA standards.
• Demonstrated experience in Program Management, including cost, schedule, performance,

and risk management for complex programs.

• Expert-level experience in the full lifecycle of DoW or IC acquisitions, including the

development and management of Major System Acquisitions. Desired Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP)® and/or DAWIA Level III certification in Program

Management.

• Demonstrated experience working directly with senior executives (SES/Flag Officer) on

timesensitive, complex acquisition matters.

• Demonstrated knowledge of the relationship between IC agencies.