Position Summary:
As a Contracting Officer for CIA, you will be part of a highly motivated team that provides critical support to U.S. national security. Working alongside Agency and other Intelligence Community colleagues, you will apply your business skills to diverse programs for technical collection systems, construction projects, information technology initiatives, and more.
At CIA, only the Contracting Officer is legally authorized to financially obligate the U.S. Government to acquire its products and services. Working in a team environment, you will learn and utilize innovative business practices to streamline the acquisition process and maximize resources. You will also negotiate and manage a wide variety of unique and complex contract types, such as fixed-price and cost-reimbursement contracts, to obtain the best value on behalf of the U.S. Government.
Contracting Officers are hired at various experience levels, from entry to full performance positions. You will be provided with progressively more on-the-job experiences and related training and development programs, enabling you to achieve your career goals while supporting mission needs.
Required Education & Experience:
- Strong analytic and critical thinking skills
- Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation
- At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale
- Federal or military contracting experience
- Attention to administrative detail
- Advanced degree in Business, Public Administration or Law
- You must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation.
- You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age (dual-national U.S. citizens are eligible).
- Interpersonal skills
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines and U.S. Government contracting
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- You must be willing to move to the Washington, DC, area.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Verbal and written communication skills
- CIA is a drug-free workforce. The issue of illegal drug use is carefully evaluated during the medical and security processing.
- You must apply online, while in the United States.