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Director, Contracts & Negotiations - Federal

Washington, DC, USAFull-time$172k2026-10-03 → 2026-11-11
Based in United StatesUnited States citizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Senior contractual authority leading the end-to-end lifecycle of complex federal prime contracts, subcontracts, and teaming agreements for mission-critical technology systems.

Role type

Director, Contracts & Negotiations (Federal)

Builds

Robust contractual frameworks and compliant government engagements for federal agencies.

Domain

Federal Government Procurement / Information Technology

Required skills

Federal contract lifecycle management, complex negotiation, FAR/DFARS compliance, risk mitigation, contract drafting, stakeholder influence, cross-functional leadership, security clearance management

Preferred skills

DoD/Intelligence Community experience, diverse contract vehicles (FFP, CPFF, IDIQ, GWAC), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), JD or legal background, CFCM/CPCM certification

Technologies

FAR, DFARS, FFP, CPFF, T&M, IDIQ, GWAC, BPA

Responsibilities

Lead contractual strategy for federal growth pursuits; direct negotiation and administration of complex federal contracts; serve as primary interface with Government Contracting Officers; formulate negotiation and risk management strategies; partner with Legal, Finance, and Delivery teams; ensure compliance with federal regulations; lead and mentor contracts professionals.

Seniority

Director, strategic leadership with hands-on execution