Director, Federal Contract Administration

Job-ID: 347949Category: FinanceLocation: Arlington, VA, United States; United StatesSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-10-21Role: People ManagerJob Type: Regular EmployeeDoes this position require a security clearance?: YesYears: 10+ yearsAdditional Info: Visa / work permit sponsorship is not available for this positionApplicants are required to read, write, and speak the following languages: EnglishWe’re on a journey to advance how health happens with technologies that support clinicians, inspire innovation, empower patients, and save lives. Our mission? To create a human-centric healthcare experience powered by unified global data. It’s a big challenge, but big challenges are what we do best. We’re already transforming some of the world’s largest health systems—helping them turn data into lifesaving decisions and better patient care. We want people just as dedicated as we are making history with the advancement of Federal Healthcare systems. If you’re excited about making healthcare more human, you’ve come to the right place. Oracle Health Government Services is seeking a Director of Federal Contracts Administration to join our mission-driven organization. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the organization’s Federal Contracting and Subcontracting Group for Oracle Health Government Services ensuring compliant, strategic, and efficient execution across the full contract lifecycle. This role provides enterprise leadership for prime contracts, subcontracts/procurement, teaming agreements, proposals, contract administration, risk management, and government compliance. Manages activities of contract administration team to ensure that contracts are prepared, negotiated and accepted in accordance with Corporate policies. Monitors contract and business terms to mitigate Oracle's riskThe Director serves as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, program teams, business development, finance, legal, supply chain, and customers. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), agency supplements, and managing complex government contracts in a fast-paced environment. This role requires deep expertise in working with U.S. Federal Government agencies. The ideal candidate combines strong regulatory knowledge with practical people management, communication, and stakeholder management skills. You will play a crucial role in operationalizing necessary changes while collaborating with stakeholders and aligning on necessary priorities.QualificationsDisclaimer:Certain U.S. based or U.S. customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization/occupational health mandates, and/or drug testing requirements.Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations onlyUS: Hiring Range in USD from: $126,200 to $264,100 per annum. May be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral.Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business.Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion2. Short term disability and long term disability3. Life insurance and AD&D4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.9. 11 paid holidays10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.11. Paid parental leave12. Adoption assistance13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan14. Financial planning and group legal15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insuranceThe role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.As part of Oracle's onboarding process and consistent with applicable law, US-based employees are required to complete identity verification, which involves the collection and processing of their biometric information. Accommodations to this requirement may be granted following an individualized assessment.ResponsibilitiesLead, oversee and manage a team responsible for all federal contract and subcontract activities from pursuit and proposal through award, performance, closeout, and records retention.Develop and implement contracting policies, procedures, templates, controls, and training programs consistent with FAR, DFARS where applicable, agency supplements, and company requirements.Responsible for the preparation, negotiation, acceptance, and management of Federal contracts; including licensing agreements. Reviews and approves all contractual documents, drafted by Field Contracts staff, for protection of Oracle's contractual posture, satisfaction of customer specifications, and adherence to company policy. Provide strategic guidance on bid/no-bid decisions, proposal terms, contract type, pricing and cost considerations, intellectual property, data rights, flow-downs, and risk allocation.Negotiate, review, and administer prime contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, nondisclosure agreements, consultant agreements, and related contractual instruments.Ensure appropriate review and negotiation of terms and conditions, statements of work, modifications, claims, disputes, and contract closeout documentation.Lead subcontractor selection, due diligence, compliance, negotiation, performance management, and issue resolution.Advise leadership and program teams on contractual obligations, performance risks, changes, and potential impacts to cost, schedule, and technical delivery.Establish and monitor contract and subcontract compliance controls, including required flow-down clauses, certifications, representations, socioeconomic requirements, export controls, and ethics obligations.Partner with Finance, Pricing, Legal, Supply Chain, Security, and Program Management to support compliant business operations and customer delivery.Serve as the primary point of contact for government contracting officers, subcontractor representatives, auditors, and internal stakeholders on contractual matters.Support audits, reviews, investigations, and corrective-action activities related to contracts and subcontracts.Develop reporting, metrics, and dashboards that track contract portfolio health, risk, cycle time, compliance, and subcontractor performance.Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing contracts and subcontracts team.Assists in the development of short, medium, and long term plans to achieve strategic objectivesTop skills or competencies to be successful: Regulatory and analytical expertiseExecutive presence and communication skillsAudit and risk assessment proficiencyAttention to detail with strong organizational skillsStrong negotiation skillsEducation, certifications, or experience (preferred/required): Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Public Administration, Accounting, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).10+ years of progressively responsible experience in U.S. federal government contracts and subcontracts administration.5+ years of leadership experience managing contracts, subcontracts, or procurements.Deep working knowledge of FAR; DFARS and other agency-specific regulations as applicable.Demonstrated experience negotiating and administering complex prime contracts and subcontracts, including cost-reimbursement, fixed-price, time-and-materials, and IDIQ vehicles.Experience supporting federal proposals, teaming arrangements, contract modifications, claims, and dispute resolution.Strong understanding of contract compliance, flow-down clauses, cost and pricing considerations, data rights, intellectual property, and export-control requirements.Excellent negotiation, judgment, communication, organizational, and stakeholder-management skills.Ability to manage competing priorities and make sound, timely decisions in a deadline-driven environment.Proven experience working directly with federal agencies, regulators, auditors, or inspectors.Experience preparing and delivering executive-level presentations and reports.In-depth knowledge of federal regulatory frameworks relevant to the organization’s industry. US Citizenship is required with an ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. About the companyOnly Oracle brings together the data, infrastructure, applications, and expertise to power everything from industry innovations to life-saving care. And with AI embedded across our products and services, we help customers turn that promise into a better future for all. Discover your potential at a company leading the way in AI and cloud solutions that impact billions of lives.True innovation starts when everyone is empowered to contribute. That’s why we’re committed to growing a workforce that promotes opportunities for all with competitive benefits that support our people with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs.We’re committed to including people with disabilities at all stages of the employment process. 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