Acquisition Specialist III
7 days ago
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Posting Estimated Close Date: 12/15/2025
Security Clearance: Must successfully obtain and maintain a DHS Public Trust / Moderate Risk.
INTECON, LLC is seeking a highly motivated Acquisition Specialist III to support the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Office of Acquisition Management (OAQ). This role provides full lifecycle ("cradle-to-grave") federal contracting support and plays a critical role in acquisition planning, solicitation development, proposal evaluation, award actions, and post-award contract administration. The selected specialist will support ICE's mission by ensuring procurement actions are accurate, compliant, timely, and aligned with federal acquisition regulations.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Using Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint) to create, manage, and maintain acquisition documents and communications.
- Practicing proper operational security (OPSEC) and reporting any concerns related to sensitive information.
- Interpreting and applying procurement regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and agency-specific acquisition rules.
- Using government contract-writing software such as PRISM to prepare acquisition documents.
- Using government databases such as FPDS and SAM.gov to research vendors, validate data, and prepare procurement actions.
- Supporting contracting actions involving FAR Parts 8, 12, 13, 15, and 16, including Federal Supply Schedules, Blanket Purchase Agreements, Indefinite Delivery Vehicles, and multi-agency contracts.
- Preparing, briefing, routing, and obtaining Government approvals for acquisition documents such as acquisition plans, solicitations, awards, justifications, and synopses.
- Reviewing spreadsheets and documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
- Analyzing proposed cost elements to help develop cost and profit pre-negotiation positions.
- Preparing documentation required for competitive range determinations, price negotiations, protests, and source selection activities.
- Handling procurement-sensitive, law-enforcement-sensitive, or other protected information in accordance with federal requirements.
- Administering or assisting in the award of service contracts, including contracts for IT hardware, software, and law-enforcement-sensitive requirements.
Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, completing a full 4-year course of study. Acceptable fields of study include (but are not limited to): Business, Finance, Accounting, Contracting, Economics, Public Administration, Management, or related field.
Experience in lieu of a degree: Seven (7) years of experience in the federal Government contracting environment, and at least 24 college credit hours in business-related coursework (e.g., accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, management, marketing, quantitative methods).
Required Skills & Experience:
- Minimum five (5) years of contracting experience supporting a Federal Government agency.
- Experience providing cradle-to-grave Contract Specialist support, including pre-award, award, and post-award functions.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint).
- Ability to maintain OPSEC standards and handle procurement-sensitive or law-enforcement-sensitive information.
- Ability to interpret and apply the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and agency-specific procurement policies.
- Experience using contract-writing systems such as PRISM.
- Experience using federal acquisition systems and databases such as FPDS and SAM.gov.
- Hands-on experience with contracting methods under FAR Parts 8, 12, 13, 15, and 16.
- Experience with federal-wide and DHS enterprise contract vehicles (e.g., GSA MAS, OASIS+, strategic sourcing solutions).
- Experience preparing acquisition documents such as acquisition plans, solicitations, awards, JOFOCs, synopses, modifications, and related files.
- Experience composing documentation for competitive range, negotiation positions, protest responses, and source selections.
- Experience analyzing proposed costs and developing pre-negotiation positions.
- Ability to review spreadsheets and documents for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to acquisition requirements.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with strong analytical and organizational abilities.
- Experience administering or awarding contracts involving IT hardware/software or law-enforcement-sensitive requirements (preferred).
- FAC-C (any level) or DAWIA Contracting Certification (legacy or Professional)
- CON 090, CON 170, CON 270, CON 280, CON 290 (or equivalent)
- NCMA Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM)
- NCMA Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM)
- PRISM/Acquisition Systems Training
- Price/Cost Analysis training
- FAR interpretation and application
- Contract-writing systems (PRISM)
- FPDS and SAM.gov research
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Drafting acquisition documents and supporting materials
- Price analysis and cost evaluation
- Source selection documentation
- Pre-award, award, and post-award contracting workflows
- Comprehensive Group Health Plans (Medical, Dental, and Vision) coverage.
- Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance.
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Supplemental Plans Available.
- Company-paid Training and Development Programs.
- Generous Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Sick Leave.
- 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match.
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program.
About INTECON:
INTECON (Integrity Consulting), founded in 1999, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Aspetto, Inc. Aspetto is a leading product and technology firm known for its strategic enterprise life-cycle support. With expertise in the acquisition, design, deployment, and sustainment of Federal and DoD tech and tactical systems, Aspetto has made a significant impact since its inception in 2008.
As an 8(a), HUBZone, and ISO 9001:2015 certified company, and a three-time INC.5000 awardee, Aspetto offers an impressive range of capabilities, including Enterprise IT & Cloud-Based Technologies, Software Development & Cybersecurity, Data & Analytics, Intelligence & Professional Services, Logistics, and Tactical Equipment. Together, Aspetto and INTECON strive to drive innovation, preserve quality standards, and demonstrate an unwavering commitment to our nation's security. Our client-centric approach prioritizes innovative, responsive solutions that consistently exceed expectations.
INTECON is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity. We firmly uphold the principle of Equal Pay for Equal Work, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, eligible veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome qualified applicants from all backgrounds and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
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