Senior Acquisition Analyst (Cyber Security) (TS/SCI)

We are seeking a Senior Acquisition Analyst (Cyber Security) with an active TS/SCI clearance to provide high-level executive support within a Pentagon cybersecurity and IT policy environment to our government customer in Arlington, VA. This role requires strong subject matter expertise in DoD acquisitions, contract management, and program analysis, along with the ability to manage complex processes and information flows in a fast-paced, senior-level decision environment.

What You Will Do

In this role, you will support senior leaders by developing, coordinating, and reviewing acquisition strategies, contract documentation, and programmatic recommendations. You will help shape and analyze cybersecurity-related procurement priorities, ensure alignment with departmental objectives, and contribute to integrated acquisition planning and decision-making activities across multiple concurrent, high-visibility efforts.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This position requires strong written and verbal communication, critical-thinking, organizational, and project-management skills. Ability to work independently, learn new concepts quickly, and manage multiple priorities. Experience supporting cybersecurity-related acquisitions or budget reviews, familiarity with OMB Circular A-11 (acquisition-relevant portions) and laws governing DoD contracting, and ability to use CATMS or similar systems to manage, update, and track staff actions.

Requirements

• Current/Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree (Preferably in Financial Management, Business Administration, Technology, or other applicable disciplines)
• 10+ years of experience in DoD program management, acquisition, or contract support
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes, policies, and documentation requirements
• Ability to read and interpret DoD policy and translate it into actionable acquisition guidance
• Experience identifying disconnects or gaps in Service-level or agency acquisition documentation
• Demonstrated experience supporting IT or cyberspace-related programs within military components or DoD agencies
• Experience writing, researching, or interpreting DoD appropriations and acquisition-related documents
• Experience with RDT&E, Procurement, and O&M funding execution within a contract or program management context
• Advanced MS Word skills; proficient in PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance
• a 401(k) with company matching
• flexible spending accounts
• paid holidays
• three weeks of paid time off