Contracting Policy Analyst

Job ID 2475210

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Koniag Professional Services, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Contracting Policy Analyst with a TS / SCI clearance to support KPS and our government customer in Arlington, VA.

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

Koniag Professional Services (KPS)currently has an opening for a Contracting Policy Analyst for the Acquisition Integration and Interoperability (AI2) Office in the of the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSD(A&S)).

The successful candidate will provide support analyzing and interpreting acquisition policies, regulations, and procedures relevant to digital and artificial intelligence initiatives. The candidate will assist the AI2 Office to support CJADC2 oversight of capability development and program activities to include ensuring all pre- and post-acquisition activities comply with applicable federal law, regulations, and DoD directives. They will also assess contracting strategies, provide guidance and recommendations on contracting approaches, and support policy updates or reforms to defense contracting regulations.

Responsibilities :

• Analyzes federal acquisition policies, regulations, directives, and guidelines related to digital and artificial intelligence acquisitions, ensuring understanding and compliance within the organization.
• Provides guidance and support to acquisition professionals, project managers, and stakeholders on compliance issues, policy interpretations, and best practices related to digital and artificial intelligence acquisitions.
• Interprets and applies acquisition policies to inform decision-making processes, procurement strategies, and contract actions for digital and artificial intelligence projects.
• Maximizes the productivity of the DoD PPBE process through proactive analysis of financial guidance and strategy documentation as it pertains to Joint programs and other relevant efforts.
• Develops and maintains a Future Years Defense Program (FDYP) spend plan for Joint acquisition activities and / or integrated programs.
• Drafts and submits a Joint Acquisition Program Objective Memorandum (POM) for Government review based on validated program requirements.
• Supports requests for information by the Director of the Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation (CAPE) office. Such support will also take the form of drafting Issue Papers and collecting the necessary technical information and cost estimates to provide constructive feedback.
• Conducts research and stays abreast of changes in acquisition laws, regulations, and industry best practices, providing recommendations and updates to stakeholders as needed.
• Supports the preparation and submission of acquisition-related reports, certifications, and documentation to regulatory agencies and oversight bodies as required.
• Collaborates with legal, procurement, and program management teams to develop and implement acquisition strategies that mitigate risk, promote efficiency, and support project objectives.
• Participates in the development and implementation of acquisition training programs, workshops, and materials to enhance understanding and proficiency in acquisition policy compliance.
• Reviews acquisition documentation, including solicitations, contracts, and task orders, to ensure alignment with applicable policies, requirements, and standards.
• Prepares documentation review for various documents, including acquisition, other program document, and technical papers, and correspondence. Ensure documents are prepared in the appropriate format and are free from grammatical errors.
• Assists other team members in other tasks and initiatives as needed to accomplish the overall mission.

Requirements :

Education :

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Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.

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