Contracts Administration Advisor

Peraton is looking for an experienced and driven cleared Contracts Administration Advisor to join our dynamic and growing Contracts team. In this high-impact role, you'll be at the center of Peraton's mission-critical work — partnering directly with Intelligence Community customers and internal Program Management Teams to negotiate, administer, and shape contracts that matter.

What You Will Do

Manage a diverse portfolio of contracts across various types, complexities, and sizes with our Intelligence Community customers — FFP, FPIF, CPFF, T&M, and more. Partner with Program Management Teams to proactively evaluate contracts, identify modification or extension needs, and ensure full compliance with contractual obligations.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This is a role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys variety across contract types, and wants their expertise to directly influence how national security missions get executed. At Peraton, you won't just manage contracts — you'll be part of a team that solves the problems others can't.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree with 8+ years of federal contracts management experience (including interpreting/negotiating contract terms and conditions, writing contract terms, and composing contract letters) — or 12+ years of equivalent experience in lieu of a degree
• Experience with FAR/DFARS, customer relations, negotiations, approaches for identifying and resolving OCI through avoidance and mitigation plans, and have a solid understanding of Export Control requirements
• Proven track record managing multiple contract types (Firm Fixed Price, Fixed Price Incentive Fee, Cost Plus Fixed Price, Time And Material, etc.)
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills with a solutions-oriented mindset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills — you can translate complex contract language for any audience
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to juggle competing priorities without dropping the ball
• US Citizenship required
• Active TS/SCI security clearance required

Benefits

• Target Salary Range: $112,000 - $179,000
• Overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay
• Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law