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About IB3 Global Solutions
IB3 Global Solutions is a national security company specializing in technical services, strategic advisory services, mission integration, and workforce development that strengthen America's strategic deterrence and counterproliferation enterprise. We support the Department of Energy, Department of War, National Nuclear Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, and other national security customers through highly specialized technical, analytical, and mission support services.
Our core mission areas include:
Strategic Deterrence & Nuclear Security
Counterproliferation & Threat Reduction
Nuclear Workforce & Mission Readiness
Mission Integration & Decision Advantage
Why Join IB3?
At IB3 Global Solutions, you will work alongside nationally recognized experts supporting some of the nation's most critical security missions. We offer the opportunity to directly impact strategic deterrence, counterproliferation, and national security while working in an entrepreneurial environment where innovation, integrity, and mission focus drive everything we do.
Position Summary
IB3 Global Solutions is seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator to manage the full lifecycle of federal contracts from proposal support through contract closeout. This individual will serve as a trusted business partner to program managers, business development, finance, executive leadership, and government customers to ensure contractual compliance while supporting the company's strategic growth.
The successful candidate will possess strong knowledge of federal acquisition regulations, government contracting practices, and contract administration in a fast-paced, high-growth government services environment.
Salary Range: $115,000 - $125,000/year
Essential Job Functions & Duties
Contract Administration
Administer prime contracts, task orders, subcontracts, and consulting agreements throughout the contract lifecycle.
Review and negotiate contractual terms and conditions.
Prepare and process contract modifications, option exercises, funding modifications, period-of-performance extensions, novation documentation, and name-change documentation.
Monitor contractual obligations, deliverables, funding, ceilings, and periods of performance.
Maintain accurate and audit-ready contract files and electronic records.
Proposal and Capture Support
Review solicitations and requests for proposal and identify contractual risks, compliance requirements, and required representations and certifications.
Support proposal teams with organizational conflict of interest reviews, teaming agreements, non-disclosure agreements, subcontractor agreements, and contract data requirements.
Participate in proposal color-team reviews and support negotiations through award.
Compliance
Ensure compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement, Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation, and other agency-specific requirements.
Support DCAA and DCMA audit readiness and maintain compliance with company policies and internal controls.
Assist with Contractor Purchasing System Review readiness, subcontract documentation, and required flow-down clauses.
Customer Interface
Serve as a primary contractual point of contact for government contracting officers, prime contractors, and subcontract administrators.
Prepare and coordinate contractual correspondence and support contract negotiations.
Participate in kickoff meetings, post-award conferences, and periodic contract reviews.
Internal Collaboration
Partner closely with program management, business development, finance, pricing, human resources, and executive leadership to ensure contractual requirements are understood, communicated, and executed.
Contract Closeout
Coordinate contract and subcontract closeout activities.
Verify completion of deliverables and final invoicing.
Resolve outstanding contractual issues and archive required documentation.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Five (5) or more years of federal government contracts administration experience.
Strong working knowledge of the FAR, DFARS, cost-reimbursement contracts, time-and-materials contracts, firm-fixed-price contracts, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contracts, blanket purchase agreements, and task orders.
Experience supporting Department of War, Department of Energy, National Nuclear Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security, or National Laboratory contracts.
Experience with Deltek Costpoint.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to independently prioritize and administer multiple contracts and deadlines.
Required Competencies
Sound business judgment and high integrity
Strong negotiation and analytical skills
Ability to interpret complex contractual language
Customer-focused and collaborative approach
Excellent time management and follow-through
Continuous process improvement mindset
Education & Certification(s) Required
Bachelor's degree in business, contracts, finance, legal studies, public administration, or a related discipline. An additional five (5) years for a total of ten (10) years of federal government contracts administration experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Desired Qualifications
NCMA Certified Federal Contracts Manager or Certified Professional Contracts Manager certification.
Experience with Costpoint Purchasing, Subcontracts, and Capture and Contracts modules.
Experience administering a GSA Multiple Award Schedule contract.
Familiarity with export controls, small business subcontracting, organizational conflict of interest mitigation plans, security requirements, and classified contracting.
Active Secret or DOE Q clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Working Conditions
This position offers flexible work-location options and may be performed remotely from an approved U.S. location, in a hybrid arrangement—preferably in the Washington, DC metropolitan area—or on-site at IB3 Global Solutions in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
This a full-time, salaried roll with an expected 40-hour work week.
Up to 10% travel may be required. Occasional travel to customer sites, conferences, or IB3 offices may be necessary.
Regularly performs work in a stationary position and operates a computer and other standard office equipment for extended periods.
Regularly communicates and exchanges information with colleagues, clients, and other stakeholders in person and through electronic means.
Occasionally moves about the work environment to access equipment, files, and other work materials.
BACKGROUND CHECK & DRUG TEST NOTICE TO APPLICANT
IB3 Global Solutions is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug screening. The drug screening will involve a 9-panel urine test in compliance with all EEOC and FCRA regulations. Further, all employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification during their employment. The background investigation may involve verifying or reviewing any of the following relevant information:
Social Security Number
Criminal Convictions & History
Prior Employment History
Educational History
Benefits
Company-paid medical, dental, vision with HRA and HSA options
401(k) with Employer Match
Life Insurance
Financial Advisor access
Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off and Flex Holiday Plan
Health & Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program
Equal Employment Opportunity. IB3 provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, veteran status, genetics, sexual orientation, or non-disqualifying physical or mental handicap or disability.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential duties & responsibilities either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.
Job Responsibilities. This job description reflects the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties & responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. IB3 Global Solutions may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.
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