Junior Contract Specialist

Location: Falls Church, Virginia, United States

Company

hirify.global solves complex federal problems by building secure Software Factories and delivering AI/ML applications, data science platforms, blockchain, and microservices for defense, healthcare, and civilian agencies.

What you will do

• Support acquisition and procurement activities throughout the federal contract lifecycle for the Defense Health Agency.
• Prepare, review, and administer federal contracts, modifications, and procurement documentation.
• Conduct market research, price analysis, and cost analysis to support procurement decisions.
• Analyze procurement data and recommend contract actions and acquisition strategies.
• Coordinate with government stakeholders, contractors, and vendors, supporting fact-finding and issue resolution.
• Maintain acquisition records, reports, and documentation, and prepare presentations and correspondence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 24 semester hours in business-related fields such as accounting, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, marketing, or quantitative methods.
• At least two years of experience supporting federal contracting or procurement functions in a GS-1102 or equivalent environment.
• Knowledge of federal contracting principles, procurement regulations, acquisition procedures, and FAR requirements.
• Understanding of price and cost analysis and procurement evaluation methods.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, and Adobe Acrobat; Public Trust Clearance required.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of DoD acquisition procedures.
• Experience with the PD2 contract writing system.
• Familiarity with government procurement reporting and compliance processes.
• Experience supporting defense or civilian federal agencies.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative environment focused on impactful federal technology delivery.
• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees.
• Life insurance and flexible or combined paid time off.
• Bereavement leave and 11 company-paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Professional development training reimbursement.