Senior Acquisition Specialist for Portfolios (U.S. Border Patrol)

Full Time
Tysons, VA
Posted
Job description
Overview:
LMI seeks senior acquisition specialists to support a federal program management office in National Capital Region. Join our team of collaborative self-starters focused on delivering practical and efficient solutions to help our client keep U.S. borders safe and facilitate travel and trade. As part of our high-performing team, you will augment our vital work to provide “eyes and ears” technology to protect our nation.
Responsibilities:
You will lead the integrated project team (IPT) for one of our client’s major projects, the Common Operating Picture (COP) through the DHS system acquisition life cycle and resulting procurement. Emphasis is on obtaining Program of Record status for the COP and resulting procurement for COP equipment and services. You will be instrumental in guiding the acquisition strategy with an eye toward agile contracting that streamlines awards for the latest technological advancements in border security products. You will apply modernized processes and practices aligned with emerging technologies for maximum agility and efficiency to accommodate dynamic requirements. Your interdisciplinary IPT will adapt to changing environments and end user demands, providing a comprehensive perspective on risk and mission objectives for effective avoidance of risk and cost.

You will develop artifacts required by DHS MD 102-02 and the acquisition life cycle framework (ALF) to successfully obtain milestone approvals. Representative responsibilities:
  • Develop and update program management plans and life-cycle cost estimates
  • Develop market research plans, analyses, and acquisition plans
  • Compile and develop cost estimation and acquisition program baseline documentation
  • Support the planning, programming, budgeting, and accountability process for resource allocation planning, congressional justifications, and acquisition planning
  • Acquisition Program Baseline (APB)
  • Operational Requirement Documentation (ORD)
  • Concept of Operations (CONOPS)
  • Test & Evaluation Management Plan (TEMP)
  • SELC Tailoring Plan
  • Project Management Plan (PMP)
You will develop artifacts required to successfully procure the resulting COP program equipment and services including:
  • Market Research Analysis
  • Acquisition Plan (AP)
  • Independent Government Cost Estimate (IGCE)
  • Performance Work Statement (PWS)
  • Statement of Objectives (SOO)
  • Request for Quote (RFQ)
Qualifications:
  • 10+ years’ experience and a Master’s degree in business, management, finance, or a related discipline; or 12+ years and a Bachelor’s degree
  • DHS Acquisition background required
  • Experience supporting multi-functional technical engineering teams for large, complex programs
  • Experience with DHS MD 102 and acquisition support for complex system acquisitions
  • Certification in acquisition management such as DAWIA is desirable
  • A true team player who maintains a positive attitude in a dynamic environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
  • Ability to communicate clearly with a variety of stakeholders
  • Ability to effectively solve problems
  • Strong communication skills, both oral and written
  • Ability to pass a government background investigation, including financial, criminal, residential, educational, foreign affiliation, prohibited substance abuse, and employment verifications; an active U.S. Customs and Border Protection Background Investigation (BI) is r equired. Please note that only U.S. citizens are eligible for a suitability determination.

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