What are the responsibilities and job description for the Budget Analyst/Acquisition Specialist position at ARServices?
ARServices is seeking an experienced and mission-focused Budget Analyst with Acquisition experience to support a federal client dedicated to advancing research, development, and acquisition strategies that enhance national security.
This opportunity is ideal for cleared professionals with a strong foundation in federal acquisition planning, procurement execution, and programmatic coordination who are eager to make an impact on technically driven and purpose-centered initiatives.
Position Overview: As a key member of a multidisciplinary program support team, the ideal candidate will support the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) Research and Development (RD) Chemical Biological Technologies Department (CB) Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) contract supporting the DTRA CB Department, Medical Division (CBM) Diagnostics Team.
About ARServices: For more than 20 years, ARServices has delivered mission-driven consulting to national security agencies. We bring the scale of a large firm combined with the agility of a startup. We move with purpose, adapt quickly, and deliver real impact.
Security Clearance Requirement: Active Secret Clearance
Primary responsibilities include:
- Assist with developing and tracking budgets and spend plans for a wide-ranging portfolio across multiple fiscal years
- Assist with tracking project expenditures, supporting the development of funding award documentation and development/maintenance of program review materials
- Provide technical and logistical support to the client and be prepared to provide insight for internal taskers
- Provide assistance with acquisition /contracting strategy for CB projects and programs
- Assist with planning, coordinating and executing stakeholder meetings and tracking project deliverables
- Assist with contributing input for budget execution reviews, internal and OSD/PAIO, and monthly JICAP comments as well as mid-year and end-of-year comments
- Assist with managing and developing the PPBE (planning, programming, budgeting, and execution) process as well as developing budget/program briefs
- Assist and Coordinate with Government Science and Technology Managers (STM’s) in the competitive award process and liaison with Government Financial Analysts and Contracting Officers to make awards in a timely manner while adhering to Federal Acquisition Regulations, DoD Acquisition Directives and DTRA specific Acquisition Directives
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum DoD Secret Clearance
- Bachelor of Science plus five to fifteen years of relevant experience or MS/MBA plus three to ten years of relevant experience
- Detail-oriented, self-starter with excellent communication and time management skills
- Excellent communication skills for interface with customers and with team members
- Ability to work with interdisciplinary teams within RD-CB to achieve the goals of the Department, Division, and Team
- Knowledge of contracting procedures
- Strong Excel, database, pivot table, and PowerPoint abilities
- Ability to learn and adapt to new software and internal systems
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of the DoD Chemical and Biological Defense Program (CBDP) and DoD acquisition policies
- Knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulations and processes, including the “Animal Rule”
- Knowledge of the DoD acquisition policies
- DAWIA Level II Certification or equivalent
- PMP Certification
- Science background is a plus, but acquisition and budgeting are more important
Headquartered in Falls Church, VA, and serving clients nationwide, ARServices offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future while growing professionally.
ARServices is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.