Contracting Officer

The Office of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) leads the development, negotiation, and presentation of the National Intelligence Program (NIP) budget on behalf of the Director of National Intelligence to the President and the Congress. The CFO's three main responsibilities include resource management (budget analysis, formulation, justification, and execution), performance planning and evaluation, and financial management improvement.

Conduct independent research and analysis of federal acquisition statutes, regulations (e.g., FAR and supplements), and Intelligence Community policies to develop, revise, and implement procurement guidance. Lead the drafting, coordination, and issuance of acquisition policy memoranda, implementing instructions, white papers, and briefing materials for senior leadership decision-making.

Serve as a principal reviewer of acquisition strategies, acquisition plans, source selection documentation, and statements of work to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policy; provide authoritative recommendations. Apply expert-level cradle-to-grave contracting knowledge to advise on acquisition planning, solicitation development, evaluation strategies, award documentation, contract administration, and closeout activities.

Perform complex cost and price analysis and develop negotiation strategies; provide expert advice regarding contract type selection (e.g., firm-fixed-price, cost-reimbursement, IDIQ). Evaluate and provide policy guidance on the use of innovative acquisition approaches, including Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs), CRADAs, and other non-traditional contracting methods.

Lead coordination efforts with contracting officers, contracting officer representatives, program officials, legal counsel, and senior stakeholders to resolve acquisition policy issues and ensure consistent interpretation and implementation of guidance. Analyze procurement trends, audit findings, and enterprise-level performance data to identify systemic compliance risks and develop strategic process improvements that enhance efficiency, transparency, and acquisition integrity across the IC.

Serve directly as a COTR or in similar capacities in OT and FAR based acquisitions. Lead efficient organizational operations and institute effective contracting principles, techniques, and procedures by comprehension of Agency strategic vision.

This is an excepted service GS-14 position open to the public and all current federal employees at the GS-14 and one level below. Current federal employees at the GS-14 and one level below may apply to this position, and if selected will maintain pay set at their current grade and step. Current federal employees at grade levels GS-12 and below are not eligible for this position and their application will not be forwarded to the hiring manager.

All current federal employees that apply for this position must submit their most recent SF-50, Notification of Personal Action (i.e., dated within the last 52 weeks from the closing date of this vacancy announcement) to verify their status of eligibility. Mandatory Requirements: Extensive knowledge of federal acquisition statutes, regulations, and policies, including the FAR and applicable agency/IC supplements.

Extensive knowledge of the full acquisition lifecycle ("cradle-to-grave") from acquisition planning through contract closeout. Demonstrated skill in independently evaluating complex acquisition strategies and documentation for regulatory compliance, risk, and sound business judgment. Demonstrated ability to perform and oversee complex cost and price analysis and develop negotiation positions.

Extensive knowledge of contract types, including firm-fixed-price, cost-reimbursement, and IDIQ contracts, and their appropriate application. Demonstrated experience applying innovative acquisition authorities and methods, including OT and other non-traditional approaches. Demonstrated skill in interpreting procurement laws and regulations to develop defensible policy positions and implementation guidance.

Demonstrated ability to identify systemic acquisition risks and design compliant, enterprise-level solutions. Demonstrated written communication skills sufficient to develop policy memoranda, decision papers, and executive briefings. Demonstrated ability to analyze procurement data and performance metrics to inform leadership decisions and strategic planning.

Demonstrated strong organizational and project management skills to lead multiple complex initiatives simultaneously. Demonstrated ability to build and sustain professional networks and exert influence across organizational boundaries in the IC and DoW. Demonstrated skill in communicating complex acquisition concepts to senior officials and non-acquisition stakeholders.

Demonstrated sound judgment and commitment to preserving the integrity of the federal acquisition process. Demonstrated ability to operate independently on highly complex assignments and advise senior leadership on novel or sensitive issues. Extensive knowledge of common acquisition business and industrial practices. Desired Requirements: Experience: One (1) year of specialized acquisition experience at the next lower grade level or equivalent experience.

Specialized experience must demonstrate independent application and interpretation of federal acquisition laws and regulations; leading or conducting reviews of acquisition strategies and contract documentation; performing complex cost and price analysis; developing negotiation positions; and advising on pre-award and post-award contract administration across multiple contract types.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in any field that includes or has been supplemented by, at least 24 semester hours of coursework in Business Administration, Accounting, Contract Administration, Finance, Law, Purchasing, Economics, Industrial Management, Marketing, Quantitative Methods, Organization and Management, Science and Engineering, or a closely related field of study OR the possession of a Certified Professional Contracts Manager Certificate.

Bachelors