Job Summary

As a Program & Management Analyst (Acquisition) at DMDC, you will manage the full IT acquisition lifecycle for mission-essential programs. Serving as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), you will develop strategic acquisition plans, handle pre- and post-award functions, and drive financial processes for cutting-edge solutions. This career-ladder role offers professional growth while directly supporting programs vital to our nation's defense personnel and DoW missions.

Job Description

You may qualify at the GS 12/13 , if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the 11 grade level in the Federal service as listed below: GS-12: Program and Management Analyst (Acquisition): Assisted in the development and implementation of comprehensive Information Technology (IT) program acquisition plans. Supported the full range of pre-award and post-award contract management functions for complex acquisition projects. Contributed to the creation of key acquisition documents, including market research reports, Statements of Work (SOWs), and initial cost estimates. Tracked contract-specific acquisition milestone plans to ensure program objectives remained on schedule. Assisted in the development of IT budgets and tracked financial execution to ensure fiscal accountability A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the 12 grade level in the Federal service: GS-13: Program and Management Analyst (Acquisition): Independently developed and implemented strategic Information Technology (IT) program acquisition plans for mission-critical projects.- Led the full range of acquisition planning, including complex pre-award and post-award contract management functions with a high degree of autonomy. Authored and finalized complete acquisition packages, such as Acquisition Strategies, Performance Work Statements (PWS), and Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs). Managed the entire post-award contract lifecycle, from performance analysis and modifications to formal closeout procedures. Developed, managed, and reported on intricate, contract-specific acquisition milestone plans to senior leadership. Formulated and executed multi-year IT budgets, ensuring alignment with programmatic requirements and strategic objectives. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 0343, series as listed below: Requirements for the 2210 series as listed below: Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate. For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.