Contract Specialist

Contract Specialist – GS-12/13 Equivalent (2 Openings)

Employer: Mid Atlantic Professionals, Inc. (DBA SSI Group) Position: Contract Specialist Task: 3.2 Level: GS-12/13 Equivalent Number of Openings: 2 Location: Ashburn, VA Work Arrangement: Onsite Schedule: Dayshift

Position Summary

SSI Group, is seeking two experienced Contract Specialists to provide federal acquisition and contracting support.

The ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in federal contracting, a strong understanding of federal acquisition regulations and procurement processes, and demonstrated proficiency utilizing government procurement platforms, including GSA eBuy and SAM.gov.

Successful candidates will bring strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, along with the ability to support complex federal acquisition activities while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations and contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support federal acquisition and contracting activities throughout the procurement lifecycle, including acquisition planning, solicitation preparation, contract administration, and closeout.
• Assist in developing and reviewing acquisition documentation, statements of work, procurement requests, and related contracting materials.
• Utilize GSA eBuy and SAM.gov to support acquisition research, procurement activities, and federal contracting requirements.
• Apply knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and applicable federal procurement policies and procedures.
• Support the preparation, review, and evaluation of solicitation packages, contract modifications, and acquisition documentation.
• Coordinate with Contracting Officers, Contracting Officer's Representatives (CORs), program managers, and other government stakeholders.
• Assist with market research, vendor communications, acquisition tracking, and procurement reporting.
• Maintain accurate contract files, acquisition records, and supporting documentation.
• Monitor procurement milestones, identify potential issues, and support timely resolution of contracting-related challenges.
• Provide professional contracting support while ensuring accuracy, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Federal Contracting Experience: Minimum of 6–10 years of direct federal contracting experience.
• Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, including at least 24 semester credit hours in business-related disciplines, consistent with the federal GS-1102 baseline educational requirements.
• Professional Certification: Must possess an active or verifiable previously held Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C Professional) or Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level II/III certification in Contracting.
• Government Procurement Systems: Demonstrated proficiency utilizing GSA eBuy and SAM.gov.
• Strong understanding of federal contracting procedures, acquisition regulations, and procurement practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple contracting priorities, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively with federal government stakeholders.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, compliance, and professional standards.

Preferred Skills and Competencies

• Experience supporting federal civilian agencies or Department of Defense acquisition programs.
• Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and applicable agency acquisition supplements.
• Experience supporting pre-award and post-award contracting activities.
• Familiarity with contract types, procurement methods, acquisition planning, and federal contracting documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong customer service, stakeholder coordination, and professional communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced federal contracting environment.

Work Environment

This is a professional federal contracting support position at the GS-12/13 equivalent level. Selected candidates will be expected to demonstrate the technical knowledge, professional judgment, and organizational skills necessary to support government acquisition requirements.

Specific duty location, schedule, and work arrangement will be communicated during the recruitment process.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit an updated resume highlighting their:

• Federal contracting experience, including years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's degree and qualifying business-related coursework.
• Active or previously held FAC-C (Professional) or DAWIA Level II/III certification.
• Hands-on experience with GSA eBuy and SAM.gov.
• Experience supporting federal acquisition and procurement activities.

Join SSI Group and contribute your federal contracting expertise to supporting government missions and delivering excellence in acquisition services.

SSI Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB).