TS/SCI
- Advanced Contracting Specialist
- Team Lead Bailey Information Technology, LLC Hampton, VA Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Federal Acquisition Regulations Team supervision Legal writing Writing skills Filing DoD experience Managing procurement teams Bidding project phase Records management Bachelor's degree Procurement contract management Contracts Leading team collaboration initiatives SharePoint WAWF Productivity software Project contract management Technical Proficiency Procurement regulatory knowledge Senior leadership Full Job Description Advanced Contracting Specialist•Team Lead Joint Base Langley-Eustis (JBLE), VA 23665 (Hampton) Active TS/SCI Clearance Required | Full-Time On-Site Lead High-Impact Defense Acquisition Operations Bailey Information Technology, LLC is seeking an experienced Advanced Contracting Specialist•Team Lead to support mission-critical acquisition operations Joint Base Langley-Eustis (JBLE), VA 23665 (Hampton) .
In this senior-level role, you will serve as the lead on-site contracting resource supporting the Acquisition Management Integration Center (AMIC) , partnering directly with Air Force Contracting Officers to execute complex acquisition strategies, oversee high-visibility contract actions, and mentor acquisition professionals supporting national defense priorities. This opportunity is ideal for seasoned acquisition professionals who excel in fast-paced DoD environments and are ready to lead sophisticated contracting efforts that directly support Air Force operational readiness and mission success. This is a full-time, on-site position requiring an active TS/SCI clearance.
Position Details Location:
Joint Base Langley-Eustis (JBLE), VA 23665 (Hampton)
Labor Category:
Contracting Support
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Team Lead Position Type:
Full-Time |
On-Site Security Requirement:
Active TS/SCI Clearance Required Responsibilities Serve as the senior on-site contracting resource, providing technical oversight, workload management, and professional development for assigned Basic and Journeyman personnel. Lead source selection activities including development of evaluation criteria, documentation of findings, and preparation of legally defensible selection records. Execute the full range of pre
- and post-award contracting activities across complex, high-value acquisitions using agile contracting methods including Commercial Solutions Openings (CSO), Broad Agency Announcements (BAA), and Other Transaction Authorities (OTA).
Apply defense and agency-level FAR supplements and procedures — including DFARS and AFFARS — to ensure compliant and defensible acquisition outcomes. Conduct and document advanced cost and price analyses, develop acquisition strategies, and support Contracting Officers on the most complex actions in the portfolio. Engage directly with mission partners, program managers, and senior Government stakeholders to provide acquisition guidance, training, and procurement assistance. Maintain acquisition milestone discipline across assigned workload and ensure consistent documentation standards across the team. Provide advisory and analytical support to Government contracting officers and acquisition teams (does not perform inherently governmental functions). Qualifications Required Active Secret clearance required. TS/SCI required for on-site performance and must be obtainable. Personnel may perform duties with Secret clearance while TS/SCI eligibility is being adjudicated, as authorized by the Government. Bachelor's degree with focus in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Law, Economics, Public Administration, Managerial Administration or related business discipline. 10+ years of experience as a contracting specialist in a federal government organization. 5+ years of experience supporting contracting officers on mid-level acquisition efforts. 10+ years of experience supporting complex, high-dollar, and enterprise-level acquisitions, including source selections and major contract actions. DAWIA Level II certification, Back to Basics Contracting Professional certification, or equivalent. Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and its supplements, including current Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) changes, defense-level supplements, and agency-specific procedures. Experience with Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), Contract Closeout Module, SharePoint, and Records Application Management (RMA) or similar federal Government procurement applications. Proficiency in contract writing and filing systems, as well as Microsoft Office applications. Demonstrated experience in simplified acquisition of commercial items, fixed price contracts, contract closeout, and brand name justifications. Demonstrated experience in source selection, acquisition planning, milestone development, cradle-to-grave contracting, and cost contracts. Demonstrated experience leading and supervising contracting professionals in a fast-paced DoD acquisition environment. Proficiency in agile contracting methods including CSO, BAA, and OTA. Familiarity with FAR Parts 5, 6, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, 19, 31, 33 and 37 as applicable to commercial and simplified acquisitions. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce clear, accurate, and defensible acquisition documentation. Desired Experience supporting Air Force or other DoD contracting offices at the command level. Familiarity with AMIC or similar acquisition command environments. Experience managing geographically dispersed acquisition teams. Why Bailey Information Technology, LLC? At Bailey Information Technology, LLC, our acquisition professionals play a critical role in supporting the Department of the Air Force and advancing national defense capabilities. As part of our team, you will lead complex acquisition efforts, mentor developing professionals, and help deliver mission-essential contracting support to some of the Air Force's most important programs. If you are looking for a leadership opportunity where your expertise directly contributes to operational success and strategic defense initiatives, we encourage you to apply.
