Acquisition Specialist

Overview

At Credence, we support our clients' mission-critical needs, powered by technology. We provide cutting-edge solutions, including AI/ML, enterprise modernization, and advanced intelligence capabilities, to the largest defense and health federal organizations. Through partnership and trust, we increase mission success for warfighters and secure our nation for a better future.

We are privately held, are repeatedly recognized as a top place to work, and have been on the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies list for the last 12 years. We practice servant leadership and believe that by focusing on the success of our clients, team members, and partners, we all achieve greater success.

The Acquisition Specialist will provide high-level support to the AC Directorate Directors Action Group at SSC, focusing on task management, financial oversight, acquisition training, and strategic budget planning. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with deep expertise in DoD acquisition and financial management processes, capable of coordinating across SSC and delivering accurate, timely results.
Salary Range

Full salary range for this position is $165,000- $185,000 per year, with the starting salary determined based on candidate's knowledge, skills, experience, as well as budget availability.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed below
Task Management Support

• Serve as the primary coordinator for workflow management across SSC.
• Consolidate, analyze, distribute, and monitor action items, suspenses, and responses using TMT or other task management tools.
• Track task assignments, distribution, status, and completion dates using Microsoft Excel, Word, and other applicable tools.

Financial Management Support

• Assist with POM, PBR, Planning Choices, and year-of-execution financial activities.
• Support financial reviews including Fall/Spring Program Reviews, BER, MER, PMRs, and Investment Budget Reviews.
• Monitor, forecast, and report on investment and O&M appropriations, including expiring, canceling, reimbursable, and working capital funds.

Training & Communication

• Provide expert acquisition knowledge to train new SSC/FM personnel.
• Maintain and organize SharePoint sites for operational understanding and training.
• Deliver clear, concise, and technically accurate oral and written communications.

Budget Exhibit Preparation

• Guide program offices in budget document creation and conduct training sessions.
• Analyze budget exhibits for strategic alignment and accuracy.
• Present findings in weekly SSC/FMA staff meetings.

Data Reconciliation & Analysis

• Reconcile financial data across systems and recommend corrective actions.
• Utilize tools such as MS Office, CCaR, GAFS, DEAMS, MOCAS, PMRT, IDECS II, ADVANA, and FM-Suite.

Education, Requirements and Qualifications

• An active TS/SCI security clearance is required
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of demonstrated acquisition experience.
• Proven experience in DoD acquisition and financial management.
• Proficiency in PPBE processes and tools.
• Experience developing source selection documents in accordance with FAR, DoD, AF Instructions, and SSC policies.
• Strong knowledge of systems acquisition and program management principles.
• Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations and Defense supplements.
• Background in systems procurement or ability to quickly grasp technical requirements.
• Excellent writing, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Higher Headquarters, Air Force, and Space Force processes.
• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately in both oral and written formats.
• Skilled in drafting acquisition and technical documentation independently and collaboratively.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Ability to lift in excess of 25 lbs, standing for long periods of time, traveling across base regularly, transporting equipment, etc.

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