Program Manager (Federal Procurement)

Location: Ft. Detrick, MD; onsite role. Public Trust Clearance required.

Salary: $100,000–$115,000 annually.

Company

hirify.global solves complex federal problems with emerging and open technologies, building secure Software Factories based on DoD reference designs and NIST Frameworks for Cloud and DevSecOps, including AI/ML applications, data science platforms, blockchain, and microservices.

What you will do

• Lead a team of contract specialists delivering pre- and post-award acquisition support, including cost and price analysis.
• Ensure acquisition documentation and activities comply with FAR, DFARS, DHA policies, and agency supplements.
• Provide GS-1102 subject-matter expertise and oversee acquisition operations, analytical work, workflow optimization, and resource planning.
• Manage recruitment, staffing, onboarding, training, time and attendance, telework, alternate work schedules, and workforce needs.
• Supervise contractor personnel, conduct performance evaluations, support career development, and manage performance and promotion actions.
• Coordinate with DHA stakeholders, lead meetings, and prepare monthly performance and operational reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, law, contracts, purchasing, quantitative methods, organizational management, information technology, or IT systems administration.
• At least 10 years of federal procurement experience in GS-1102 or an equivalent role, including at least 5 years of DoD acquisition or contract administration experience.
• Extensive knowledge of all phases of the acquisition lifecycle and expertise in FAR, DFARS, and DoD acquisition policies.
• Strong understanding of contracting principles, laws, and procedures, with the ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities, including resource planning, workflow optimization, and performance management.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of DoD Procurement Data Standards (PDS).
• Experience with change management and system implementation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint; ECWM Contract Writing System; PIEE Applications; Integrative Acquisition Environment (IAE); and DoD acquisition systems.

Nice to have

• Prior experience as a GS-1102 within DoD or DHA, or equivalent experience.
• Experience implementing acquisition or contract writing systems.
• Background supporting DHA or defense healthcare programs.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative environment with strategists, engineers, designers, and creators focused on impactful software delivery.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, with healthcare benefits fully employer-paid for employees only.
• Life insurance and flexible or combined paid time off, including bereavement leave and 11 company-paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Professional development training reimbursement.