Acquisition Specialist III

VTG is looking for a Senior Acquisition Specialist in Chantilly, VA that provides expertlevel acquisition leadership, advising government and program leadership on acquisition strategy, compliance, and execution across complex procurements.

• Lead acquisition strategy development for complex or highvisibility procurements

• Advise program leadership on acquisition approaches, contract structures, and risk mitigation

• Oversee development and review of all acquisition documentation for FAR compliance

• Support or advise on source selection planning and execution

• Serve as senior liaison to contracting officers, legal counsel, and senior stakeholders

• Identify acquisition risks, schedule impacts, and regulatory constraints

• Mentor junior and midlevel acquisition specialists

• Support program reviews, audits, and acquisition governance activities

• TS/SCI with Poly Required
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred
• 10+ years of acquisition or procurement experience
• Deep expertise in FAR, DFARS, and federal acquisition lifecycle
• Proven experience supporting large, complex federal procurements
• Strong leadership, advisory, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting IC, DoD, or DOJ mission programs, DAWIA Level III or equivalent certification, Experience supporting multiple contract vehicles and acquisition portfolios