Analyst - Acquisition Policy Analyst from Quadrant Inc

Acquisition Policy Analyst
Arlington VA

MUST:
Active DoD Top Secret Clearance with SCI
Experienced Acquisition Policy Analyst
10+ years of experience in Federal or DoD acquisitions field
Experience with artificial intelligence acquisitions and the related extensive knowledge with DoD/Federal acquisition policies, regulations, directives, and guidelines
Experience providing reports, guidance, and support to acquisition professionals, project managers on compliance issues, policy interpretations, and best practices related to digital and artificial intelligence acquisitions
Experience preparing acquisition-related reports, certifications, and documentation for regulatory agencies and oversight bodies
Experience developing and delivering acquisition training programs, workshops, and materials to enhance understanding and proficiency in acquisition policy compliance
Experience reviewing acquisition documentation, including solicitations, contracts, and task orders, to ensure alignment with applicable policies, requirements, and standards
Advanced MS Word and PowerPoint skills; proficient MS Teams, Excel and Outlook application skills
Strong communication skills both written and verbal
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and excellent problem solving skills
High level of integrity, critical thinking, and leadership courage
Ability to present information in professional setting to senior staff
Must have a high level of discretion and the ability to keep sensitive information confidential
Bachelor s Degree in related fields

DUTIES:
Analyzes federal acquisition policies, regulations, directives, and guidelines related to digital and artificial intelligence acquisitions, ensuring understanding and compliance within the organization.
Provides guidance and support to acquisition professionals, project managers, and stakeholders on compliance issues, policy interpretations, and best practices related to digital and artificial intelligence acquisitions.
Interprets and applies acquisition policies to inform decision-making processes, procurement strategies, and contract actions for digital and artificial intelligence projects.
Maximizes the productivity of the DoD PPBE process through proactive analysis of financial guidance and strategy documentation as it pertains to Joint programs and other relevant efforts.
Develops and maintains a Future Years Defense Program (FDYP) spend plan for Joint acquisition activities and/or integrated programs.
Drafts and submits a Joint Acquisition Program Objective Memorandum (POM) for Government review based on validated program requirements.
Supports requests for information by the Director of the Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation (CAPE) office. Such support will also take the form of drafting Issue Papers and collecting the necessary technical information and cost estimates to provide constructive feedback.
Conducts research and stays abreast of changes in acquisition laws, regulations, and industry best practices, providing recommendations and updates to stakeholders as needed.
Supports the preparation and submission of acquisition-related reports, certifications, and documentation to regulatory agencies and oversight bodies as required.
Collaborates with legal, procurement, and program management teams to develop and implement acquisition strategies that mitigate risk, promote efficiency, and support project objectives.
Participates in the development and implementation of acquisition training programs, workshops, and materials to enhance understanding and proficiency in acquisition policy compliance.
Reviews acquisition documentation, including solicitations, contracts, and task orders, to ensure alignment with applicable policies, requirements, and standards.
Prepares documentation review for various documents, including acquisition, other program document, and technical papers, and correspondence. Ensure documents are prepared in the appropriate format and are free from grammatical errors.
Assists other team members in other tasks and initiatives as needed to accomplish the overall mission