IT Procurement and Contracting Specialist #747

Target Hiring Range: $86,979-$115,000

Department: Acquisitions Posting Date Range: 3/30/2026-4/13/2026 Pay Grade Range: $86979-$152214

Work Hours: 8:30am-5:30pm

FLSA Status: Exempt

Remote Work Status: Remote

All remote or hybrid work arrangements must be performed from within the continental United States, subject to Sergeant at Arms approval.

The Senate Sergeant at Arms does not pay for relocation expenses.

This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST. Late applications will not be accepted.

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW

The Target Hiring Range for this position is: $86,979-$115,000

The Senate Sergeant at Arms (SAA) is seeking an IT Procurement and Contracting Specialist to perform technology procurements and other contracting activities. Work includes acquisition of IT products and services and assisting with the ongoing improvement of Senate technology procurements. This position will collaborate closely with the Chief Information Office, Office of General Counsel, and other SAA departments to provide contract-related support and guidance. The SAA is looking for someone with a deep understanding of IT procurement processes, including agile contract methods, to support the Office of Acquisitions. Work is performed in accordance with guidelines, policies, and regulations of the SAA and Senate Committee on Rules and Administration under the general supervision of the Manager of Acquisitions.

Key Accountabilities/Essential Job Duties

Solicits, awards, and manages software licensing agreements, hardware procurements, cloud service agreements, professional services, and maintenance and support IT contracts. Collaborates with staff to develop technology procurement standards, templates, and guidelines. Provides guidance to SAA staff in the preparation, process, rules and regulations, contract selection, and award of procurements; expedites purchases as needed. Addresses or escalates, when necessary, problems related to the procurement process and conducts debriefs following the selection process. Prepares and issues Requests for Proposals (RFP), Requests for Quotations (RFQ), Requests for Information (RFI) and Sources Sought Notices (SSN). Analyzes and evaluates price proposals and assists in the development of Independent Government Cost Estimates, development of competitive range decisions, source selection decision memoranda, limited competition justifications and other supporting documentation. Other duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Required Education

A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major in any field; or at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.

Required Work Experience

• Three to five years of IT public purchasing experience.
  
  

Required Special Skills/ Knowledge

• As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role.
• Must possess and maintain FAC-C Professional certification within 24 months of date of hire. An active Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification is equivalent to a FAC-C Professional certification, subject to meeting FAC-C Professional experience and continuous learning requirements.
• Must possess and maintain FAC-C Digital Services (FAC-DS) specialization within 24 months of date of hire.
• Knowledge of technology including software licensing models, current and emerging compliance requirements impacting IT hardware, software, and services acquisitions, and contract terms.
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, departmental rules, regulations, procedures, and functions, including policies and regulations set by the Senate Rules Committee and the Senate Committee on Ethics.
• Knowledge of modern practices used in procuring information technology equipment and software.
• Ability to operate a personal computer with proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of management and staff.
• Ability to effectively interact with staff members representing all levels of the organization, as well as with outside vendors.
• Ability to communicate, multi-task and collaborate effectively. Attention to detail is required.
• Knowledge of effective government purchasing principles and practices.
• Ability to negotiate contract terms successfully addressing business needs, licensing, compliance with Senate terms, security, privacy, and other requirements.
• Ability to work closely with customers, and work as a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
  
  

Working Conditions

• To meet the needs of the U.S. Senate, the individuals in this position may be required to be on call or report on-site on a rotational basis within 24 hours.
• Work is performed in an office environment requiring sustained use of computers and office equipment.
  
  

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

To be employed by a Senate employing office in a paid position in the continental United States an individual must:

• Be a U.S. citizen;
• Be lawfully admitted for permanent residence and seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C.
• 1324b(a)(3)(B);
• Be (i) admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C.
• 1157 or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C.
• 1158 and (ii) have filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible; or
• Owe allegiance to the U.S. (i.e., qualify as a non-citizen U.S. national under federal law).
  
  

Employment is contingent on background / security investigation results.

Benefits At-a-glance

The SAA provides a highly competitive benefits package for all SAA staff. Our benefits extend beyond health care coverage to help provide employees with student loan reimbursement, professional development, transportation subsidy, TSP/retirement savings, access to our Employee Assistance Program, and more! For more information regarding SAA’s benefits, please visit https://sen.gov/OPPW .

ACCOMMODATIONS

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the SAA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAA and need special assistance or an accommodation to complete the application process, please submit your request to employment@saa.senate.gov with “Accommodation” in the subject line.

VOLUNTARY SELF-IDENTIFICATION FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE

If you are identifying as veterans' preference eligible under the VEOA, please use this link to complete your application for Veterans' Preference AFTER you apply for this position. The link will also be available on the "Thank You" page after you have submitted your job application.

Candidates only need to apply one time for veterans’ preference to be considered for all future veterans’ preference positions within the Senate Sergeant at Arms.

• All supporting documents must ONLY be provided within the Veterans’ Preference Application and within the stated deadline of the job announcement.
• Late applications for veterans’ preference will not be considered.
• Documentation to obtain veterans’ preference will not be considered if attached to the job application.
• If you need to revise or resubmit your Application for Veterans' Preference/documents, please withdraw your previous Application for Veterans' Preference and resubmit. If you require assistance, please email SAARecruitment@saa.senate.gov .
• To view additional information regarding the VEOA, please click here .
  
  

An applicant who declines to self-identify as a disabled veteran and/or to provide information and documentation regarding his/her disabled veteran’s status will not be subjected to an adverse employment action, but the individual may be ruled ineligible for veterans’ preference.