Contract Specialist / Acquisition Analyst
Company websitecaci.com (CACI, opens in new tab)
Base salary $109,800 to $241,600
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Washington, DC
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- LocationWashington, DC
- WorkplaceOn-site
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
About this job
The Opportunity:
Join a mission-driven team supporting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the United States Secret Service (USSS). In this role, you will serve as an Acquisition Analyst/Specialist contributing directly to programs that safeguard national security. You’ll help shape acquisition strategies, document requirements, guide stakeholders through the acquisition lifecycle, and ensure compliance every step of the way. If you have deep expertise in federal acquisition and thrive in high-impact, detail‑oriented environments, this opportunity offers meaningful work with a purpose.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, review, and refine Statements of Work (SOWs), Performance Work Statements (PWSs), Statements of Objectives (SOOs), and other procurement documents for USSS review and approval.
- Prepare acquisition strategies, market research reports, Justification & Approval (J&A) documents, and Independent Government Estimates (IGEs).
- Support solicitation package development and ensure full compliance with FAR, DHS, USSS, and internal acquisition policies.
- Collaborate closely with program managers, engineers, contracting officers, and vendors to clarify technical requirements and acquisition milestones.
- Track and manage acquisition timelines, deliverables, and project performance.
- Maintain accurate records of contract modifications and award documentation provided by Procurement.
- Draft high-quality technical documents, including design narratives, requirements documents, project charters, risk assessments, and change management documentation.
- Update, standardize, and organize construction project documentation, templates, and reference materials.
- Ensure document consistency, technical accuracy, proper formatting, and compliance with USSS and DHS documentation standards.
Qualifications:
Required:
Active, current DoD or DHS Top Secret clearance (current and fully adjudicated)
- More than ten (10+) years of experience in federal acquisition lifecycle management
- Experience in FAR-based acquisition approaches under time-sensitive requirements
- Ability to effectively communicate phases of the acquisition lifecycle to stakeholders to prevent delays or bottlenecks
- Ability to effectively manage procurements throughout the entire acquisition lifecycle
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook) and MS Project
Desired:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited institution in business administration or a similar discipline
- Previous financial management experience working with DHS or USSS
- Proficiency in PowerBI and the ability to generate dashboards visualizing acquisition lifecycle phases
Current FAC‑C, FAC‑P/PM, DAWIA Contracting certification (note: DAWIA now follows the modern Back‑to‑Basics standard rather than the former Level I/II/III structure), or a similar certification demonstrating proficiency in acquisition, lifecycle, and contract management.
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-What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$109,800 - $241,600CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
Source: CACI on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($109,800) is above 14% of the 108 Legal roles in Washington, DC listed on this site. Their median floor is $148,957; the middle half runs from $121,785 to $169,709.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.
This listingContract Specialist / Acquisition Analyst$109,800 to $241,600
Senior Operations Manager$109,800 to $241,600
Risk Manager$109,800 to $241,600
Training Design/Development Specialist$109,800 to $241,600
Project Manager$109,800 to $241,600
Program Integrator$109,800 to $241,600
Resource Management Professional$109,800 to $241,600
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Contract Specialist / Acquisition Analyst (this listing) | $109,800 - $241,600 |
| Senior Operations Manager | $109,800 - $241,600 |
| Risk Manager | $109,800 - $241,600 |
| Training Design/Development Specialist | $109,800 - $241,600 |
| Project Manager | $109,800 - $241,600 |
| Program Integrator | $109,800 - $241,600 |
| Resource Management Professional | $109,800 - $241,600 |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-09-15
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: Washington, DC, US
$109,800 - $241,600
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- The pay is an annual base salary in US dollars with a minimum of at least $100,000.
- The role was publicly listed on the employer's job board when last checked.
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