TestPros
Acquisition Analyst II
Job Summary
The Acquisition Analyst III role involves producing, managing, and enhancing business processes to improve government program performance through data analysis and documentation. The candidate will prepare and review technical and programmatic documentation throughout the DHS acquisition lifecycle, ensuring compliance with policies and standards. Strong communication skills are required to translate complex data into clear reports for various audiences. The position offers benefits such as health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development.
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Company Overview
TestPros is a successful and growing business, established in 1988 to provide Information Technology (IT) technical support services to a wide range of Commercial and U.S. Federal, State, and Local Government customers. Our capabilities include Program Management, Program Oversight, Process Audit, Intelligence Analysis, Cyber Security, NIST SP 800-171 Assessment and Compliance, Computer Forensics, Software Assurance, Software Testing, Test Automation, Section 508 and WCAG Accessibility Assessment, Localization Testing, Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V), Quality Assurance (QA), Compliance, and Research and Development (R&D) services. TestPros is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
TestPros delivers innovative independent IT assessment solutions to critical challenges facing the nation and the world. We support the U.S. Federal Government and Commercial clients within the continental USA. TestPros is dedicated to making lives better, safer and more secure.
Job Summary
TestPros is seeking an Acquisition Analyst II in the National Capital region for a federal contract. The ideal candidate will be responsible for producing, managing, and enhancing business processes to improve the governments Organization or Program performance using data.
Position: Full-time
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship
Location: Remote
Clearance: CBP/DHS suitability clearance
Responsibilities and Duties
Description:
· Document and edit acquisition and engineering documentation required throughout the DHS Acquisition Lifecycle Framework (ALF) and Systems Engineering Life Cycle (SELC).
· Draft, revise, and finalize key program documents such as Mission Need Statements (MNS), Capability Development Plans (CDP), Analysis of Alternatives (AOA/AA) Study Plans, Operational Requirements Documents (ORD), and Acquisition Program Baselines (APB).
· Develop and maintain Integrated Logistics Support Plans (ILSP), Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP), Systems Engineering Plans, Risk Management Plans, and related technical artifacts.
· Prepare SELC artifacts, tailoring plans, and technical review documentation as required for each phase and technical review (e.g., Initial Technical Review, Preliminary Design Review, Critical Design Review).
· Coordinate with program managers, systems engineers, and subject matter experts to collect, synthesize, and accurately present technical, cost, and schedule information.
· Analyze broadly stated project requirements and, through research and meeting with stakeholders, provide recommendations for improving key performance parameters, key system attributes, and additional requirements.
· Ensure all written materials comply with DHS and CBP acquisition policy, standards, terminology, and formatting requirements.
· Translate complex technical and programmatic data into clear, concise, and actionable documentation for executive, technical, and regulatory review.
· Track and manage revisions to documentation throughout all lifecycle phases, and support configuration management and version control of program documents.
· Collaborate and provide input to technical review completion letters and summary-level exit criteria documentation in line with SELC requirements.
· Support the preparation and submission of required documentation packages for Acquisition Decision Events (ADE-1, ADE-2A, ADE-2C, ADE-3, etc.).
· Review and ensure all documents adhere to DHS and CBP privacy, records management, cybersecurity, and accessibility (Section 508) compliance requirements.
· Assist in tailoring paths for program documentation based on ALF/SELC guidance, including Incremental Software Development and COTS/NDI and Commercial Services Opening Pilot programs.
· Maintain awareness of updates to DHS and CBP acquisition, engineering, and documentation guidance and ensure compliance with latest best practices.
Required Qualifications and Skills
- 4-7 years of experience in engineering field.
- Bachelors degree in STEM field, Masters degree preferred.
- CBP suitability clearance.
- Previous experience with Department of Homeland Security.
- Previous experience in Systems Engineering and Acquisition.
- Understanding the Systems Engineering and Acquisition Lifecycles at DHS, CBP preferred (e.g., ALF, MD-102).
- Familiarity with IEEE standard 1012.
- Excellent writing, communications, and briefing skills.
- Certifications from DAU and DAWIA in Acquisition is desired.
Benefits
TestPros offers a competitive salary, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, opportunities for professional growth, cell phone discounts, and much more! All benefits are per TestPros current policies and are subject to change without notice. Benefits are available to full-time employees.
TestPros, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, national origin, or protected veteran status.
TestPros
Since 1988, TestPros has provided leading IT compliance services to both government & commercial clients, ensuring regulatory adherence.
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