Contract Specialist Level 2

Job Id: 0000178193Job Category: Information TechnologyJob Location: Arlington, VirginiaSecurity Clearance: TS/SCIBusiness Unit: Zachary PiperPosition Owner: Katelyn HorsleyZachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Contract Specialist II to support a Department of Defense research and development organization focused on advanced technology, innovation, and federal acquisition programs. This position is hybrid in Arlington, VA, with a minimum of two days on-site per week. The Contract Specialist II will support complex R&D contracts through administration, negotiations, modifications, and compliance activities.Responsibilities for the Contract Specialist II include:Prepare and administer Department of Defense Research & Development contracts in accordance with FAR Part 35 requirements.Assist with contract negotiations, including terms and conditions, pricing, and contractual obligations.Prepare and process contract modifications and maintain contract documentation.Analyze procurement policies, procedures, cost proposals, and price submissions to ensure compliance and best value.Develop and maintain contract files in accordance with FAR, DFARS, and other applicable acquisition regulations.Required Qualifications for the Contract Specialist II include:6+ years of experience in government procurement, contract administration, contract negotiations, cost proposal development, and cost/price analysis.Experience working with FAR and DFARS regulations.Experience supporting Department of Defense acquisition or procurement programs.Strong understanding of contract administration, compliance, procurement documentation, and contract modifications.Bachelor’s degree.Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance required; TS/SCI preferred.Compensation for the Contract Specialist II includes:Salary Range: $110,000 - $160,000+ depending on experienceFull Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick Leave as required by lawThis job was posted on November 6 2026, and will be open for 30 days.#LI-KH1 #LI-HYBRIDSEO KeywordsContract Specialist II, Federal Contracts, Government Contracting, DoD Contracts, Department of Defense Procurement, FAR, DFARS, Contract Administration, Contract Negotiation, Cost Analysis, Price Analysis, R&D Contracting, Federal Acquisition, Procurement Specialist, Acquisition Professional, Other Transaction Agreements, OTA Contracts, Contract Modifications, Procurement Compliance, PD2, ECWM, Defense Acquisition, Top Secret Clearance Jobs, TS Clearance, TS/SCI Preferred, Arlington VA Jobs, Hybrid Government Jobs, Research and Development Contracts, Federal Procurement, Acquisition Support, Defense Industry Careers, Contract Management, Government Procurement Specialist, FAR Part 35, Defense Research Programs, Contract Compliance, Procurement Documentation.