Job Description
Job DescriptionSenior Acquisition Consultant (CAAS)
Company: Think Evolutionary (on behalf of our client)
Location: Fort Meade, MD (near Annapolis Junction, MD)
Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI with Poly (required)
Terms: Full-Time, Exempt (Employed by the Client)
Reports To: Program or Government Lead / Contract Leadership
Schedule: Standard Business Hours (flexibility may be required in high-tempo environments)
Compensation: $130,000 – $170,000 annually
Benefits: Benefits available including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and personal development/learning opportunities.
About Think Evolutionary
Think Evolutionary is a strategic talent intelligence consultancy built on over 20 years of leadership in Infrastructure, Innovation, and Impact. We architect resilient teams for mission-critical industries, including Government Contracting, Engineering, and Utilities. By integrating behavioral science through the Predictive Index (PI) and deep technical foresight, we ensure every placement is precision-engineered for long-term growth and organizational evolution.
The Opportunity
We are partnering with a premier mission-focused organization to identify a Senior Acquisition Consultant (CAAS) supporting a customer at Fort Meade, MD. This role is designed for a senior acquisition professional who can lead full life-cycle acquisition efforts in support of complex cyberspace operations and multi-stakeholder federal environments—delivering compliant documentation, sharp analysis, and execution discipline from pre-award through post-award.
Job Overview
The Senior Acquisition Consultant provides strategic acquisition and contract management expertise supporting complex operations and high-visibility programs. The role leads end-to-end acquisition activities, ensures alignment with FAR/DFARS and applicable DoD guidance, and produces high-quality acquisition documentation, executive-level reporting, and program management support products in classified environments.
Key ResponsibilitiesFull Life-Cycle Acquisition Execution (30%)
- Lead and execute all phases of the acquisition life cycle, including pre-award, award, and post-award activities.
- Provide advisory support to Government program managers and contracting officers.
Acquisition Documentation & Package Development (25%)
- Develop and manage acquisition documentation, including: acquisition strategies/plans, SOW/PWS/SOO, IGCE, market research reports, and justifications/approvals.
- Ensure documentation quality, traceability, and compliance with DoD/Federal standards.
Analysis, Cost/Procurement Support & Compliance (20%)
- Conduct data collection, cost analysis, and procurement analysis to support acquisition decisions.
- Perform invoice review/analysis to ensure contractual compliance and funding accuracy.
- Ensure acquisition activities align with FAR, DFARS, and applicable DoD regulatory and legislative guidance.
Deliverable Management & Performance Tracking (15%)
- Manage contract deliverables, track performance metrics, and ensure timely submission and acceptance.
- Coordinate actions, documentation, and milestones across technical, contracting, financial, and operational stakeholders.
Executive Communication & Program Management Support (10%)
- Develop executive briefings, status reports, dashboards, and ad hoc acquisition products to meet customer needs.
- Apply project management principles to manage schedules, risks, dependencies, and action tracking through completion.
Job Scope
This position operates within a classified, high-tempo environment supporting IT and cyberspace-related contracting and acquisition efforts. Success requires independent execution, strong stakeholder coordination, impeccable documentation, and disciplined tracking of actions and deliverables through completion.
Skills & ExperienceMinimum Qualifications
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Education/Experience: Master's degree in a relevant field and 10+ years of related experience; in lieu of a Master's, a Bachelor's degree plus an additional 2 years of experience may be substituted.
- Security Clearance: TS/SCI with Poly (required).
- 10+ years of contract management experience performing acquisition life-cycle activities, including pre-award/award/post-award; documentation development; data collection/analysis; invoice review; deliverable tracking; and creation of briefings/status products.
- 5+ years implementing project management principles to manage/track acquisition actions, documents, and tasks through completion.
- 5+ years supporting Federal and/or DoD acquisitions.
- Demonstrated experience working in complex cyberspace operations and/or multi-stakeholder environments.
- Strong knowledge of FAR and DFARS; ability to operate in classified environments.
- Advanced written/verbal communication skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office and acquisition tracking tools; ability to manage competing priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Active PMI PfMP certification.
- CPCM and/or CFCM certification.
- Experience using official DoD frameworks to manage acquisition programs (e.g., DoDD 5000.02).
- Experience with technical writing/documentation of complex cyber/technical concepts.
- Experience supporting IT contracting, task order management, cyber/IT modernization, or mission systems acquisition programs.
- Familiarity with earned value management (EVM) principles and support to mission-critical/high-visibility programs.
EEO Statement
Think Evolutionary is an equal opportunity employer and a strategic partner in fostering diverse, resilient workforces. We are committed to a workplace that values inclusion and equal access to opportunity. Employment decisions are made based on merit and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.