What are the responsibilities and job description for the Acquisition Support Specialist position at Ignite Digital Services?
Are you searching for an opportunity to take your career to the next level? Ignite Digital Services is a fast-growing digital transformation company serving the national security sector. Our small business applies data science, program management and technical domain expertise to help clients implement data-driven approaches that maximize operational efficiencies.
We've redefined what it means to be a leader in our industry by creating and maintaining effective and rewarding working relationships with our clients, partners and internal team members. Our company culture is built upon a team-based approach, which offers continuous opportunities for personal growth and innovation, while providing unmatched value to our clients.
Perks of Working at Ignite Digital Services:
- Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO
- Education stipends and referral bonuses
- Compelling work with the U.S. federal government
- Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement
- Opportunity to shape the future of our industry
- Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth
Ignite Digital Services seeking a highly motivated Acquisition and Procurement Analyst to support the planning, development, monitoring, and execution of procurement and contractual documentation in alignment with NIWC Atlantic Shore C4I Integration Division processes and federal acquisition regulations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in acquisition planning, procurement lifecycle support, documentation review, and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, and a commitment to ensuring timely and accurate execution of procurement activities.
Responsibilities
- Procurement & Documentation Support
o Collect and assemble procurement requirements packages, verify funding availability, and submit procurement requests.
o Support government staff in validating Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASPs) for accuracy and alignment with PWS requirements.
- Purchase Request (PR) Processing
o Create and enter PR packages into IS/IT systems (e.g., NERP, AMS).
o Monitor and communicate PR progress from planning through award, using NERP/AMS reports, data stores, and stakeholder coordination.
o Support PR/task/delivery order closeout and ensure compliance with funding guidance, including Urgency, Severability, FOE, J&A, TBC, and IT directives.
- Lifecycle Cost Planning & Tracking
o Support PR creators in managing WBS, Sales Order line items, NWAs, and related funding for material purchases, service center fees, and storage.
o Track PRs in NERP and the Accountable Property System of Record (APSR).
- Source Selection Support
o Develop, edit, and manage SSEB documentation in compliance with source selection schedules, procedures, and SSP requirements.
o Protect source selection information, adhere to NDA and Conflict of Interest requirements, and coordinate NDA reviews with the Contracts and Legal departments.
o Support development and refinement of Performance Work Statements (PWS).
o Collaborate with technical teams, contracts, and legal staff to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with approved formats.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Acquisition, Contract Management, Finance, or a related field (Master's preferred).
- 5 years of experience in federal procurement, acquisitions, or contract administration.
- Familiarity with NIWC Atlantic processes and systems (NERP, AMS, APSR).
- Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and DoD acquisition policies.
- Experience supporting PR creation, lifecycle cost planning, and contract closeout activities.
- Demonstrated ability to support Source Selection Evaluation Boards and comply with all NDA/conflict of interest requirements.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience drafting, editing, and reviewing acquisition documentation.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and procurement tracking tools.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
- Current DoD Secret Clearance (or the ability to obtain and maintain one).
- DAWIA or FAC-C certification (Level I or II) in Contracting or Program Management is highly desirable.
Salary: 80k dependent on education and experience
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Ignite Digital Services is a Small Business committed to providing exceptional service to government agencies at competitive prices. The capabilities and experience of our staff and our extensive industry relationships distinguish Ignite Digital Services among government contractors.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
For individuals who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://bit.ly/2XqZoLM (CA) or https://bit.ly/3Eo922f (SC) or contact Human Resources. Ignite Digital Services will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal employment opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will Ignite Digital Services require, in a posting or otherwise, U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract.
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