Principal Contracts Administrator (GovCon)

TL;DR

Principal Contracts Administrator (GovCon): Managing the full lifecycle of federal contracts and subcontracts for DoD and Intelligence Community programs with an accent on FAR/DFARS compliance and risk assessment. Focus on drafting complex agreements, leading high-priority proposal efforts, and ensuring security compliance for classified programs.

Location: Hybrid (Chantilly, VA). Requires consistent weekly in-office presence and ability to support on-site classified program activities.

Company

hirify.global provides innovative technology solutions and professional services to DoD, Civilian, and Intelligence Community customers.

What you will do

• Manage full cradle-to-grave contract and subcontract administration for various types including CPFF, FFP, T&M, IDIQ, and GSA Schedules.
• Draft and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, NDAs, teaming agreements, and cost proposals.
• Lead coordination of high-priority proposal efforts, aligning contractual language and pricing with capture strategy.
• Ensure strict compliance with FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific regulations.
• Handle classified requirements, including DD254s and NISPOM compliance for TS/SCI programs.
• Track contract funding, deliverables, and modifications while maintaining audit-ready files.

Requirements

• 8+ years of industry experience in federal government contracting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and federal acquisition processes.
• Active Secret clearance required; must be able to obtain Top-Secret with SCI eligibility.
• Experience with non-traditional acquisition pathways such as SBIR/STTR and OTAs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 tools.

Nice to have

• Experience supporting Intelligence Community (IC) programs.
• Professional certifications such as CPCM or CFCM.
• Experience with contract management systems like Unanet or Deltek.
• Familiarity with DCAA/DCMA audits.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements aligned with mission and security requirements.
• Engaging culture that emphasizes investment in people to drive innovation.
• Opportunity to work on mission-critical programs within a lean, high-performing environment.