Contracts Administrator (U.S. Citizen/Security Clearance Required) - Task Force Talent

Task Force Talent is seeking a Contracts Administrator (lead role) with an active TS security clearance (or greater, must be eligible for TS/SCI upgrade) for a mid-size defense contractor in the DC area.

Responsibilities :

Oversee and administer agreements related to the company's project portfolio.

Assess potential risks, secure advantageous conditions and rates through negotiation, and provide guidance to leadership.

Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of public sector and private industry contracting protocols to ensure proper clause implementation and adherence to contractual specifications and relevant regulations.

Monitor and document the progress of contractual obligations and deliverables, including compliance-related reporting.

Coordinate and implement subcontractor arrangements.

Engage in subcontract discussions and upkeep, encompassing the collection of subcontractor forecasts and allocation of phased funding as per established guidelines.

Compile and deliver required monthly updates to governmental entities.

Contribute to the development of bid materials, evaluation of proposals, and contract discussions.

Target salary range is $120k to $160k, depending on experience level.

This position is HYBRID in Arlington. VA.

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 _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Qualifications:

• U.S. citizen with active Top Secret security clearance or greater (must be TS/SCI eligible)  
• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field, or equal relevant experience and professional training.
• 5+ years of professional experience in a contracts/subcontracts management role.
•  Experience with FAR, DFARS, relevant contract laws and regulations, and DCAA/DCMA compliance 
• Ability to work in Arlington, VA, as necessary to support programs and proposals

Nice to Have:

• R&D program experience
• CPSR audit experience
• CFCM Certification
• Experience with Unanet

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About us: 

Task Force Talent is a specialized recruiting firm for science, engineering, and security careers. Our clients include seed to Series B startups working on AI, cybersecurity, quantum computing, and other novel technologies. We also work with small to medium size government contractors, and we help leading venture capital firms find talent for their portfolio companies. We have hundreds of jobs available and consider all applicants for all roles, now and in the future. Our goal is to find the best fit for you!

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