Business Analyst

NCSC Counterintelligence And Security AdvisorThe National Counterintelligence and Security Center (NCSC) is dedicated to leading the U.S. Counterintelligence and Security communities, countering all threats posed by adversarial foreign intelligence affiliated threats and enhancing our national security posture at every level. We will serve as the head of U.S. counterintelligence and integrate the instruments of national power to counter foreign intelligence threats. NCSC will be the "center of gravity" to support the counterintelligence and security efforts of the entire U.S. interagency, and public sector initiatives to protect our nation from adversarial efforts to exploit the United States and victimize the American people.Advisor on matters pertaining to day-to-day operations and the full life cycle of contracting from planning and execution to contract administration and support of core mission functions. Lead or conduct efficient organizational operations and institute effective contracting principles, techniques, and procedures by comprehension of Agency strategic vision. Lead or conduct detailed cost and price analysis of contract requirements to provide expertise and guidance to top management. Provide the development of alternatives to produce best value supplies and services. Exercise technical and administrative management over a team of contract specialists; ensure contracting programs meet requirements based on a comprehensive knowledge of the full scope of contracting laws, regulations, and policies. Direct performance of all contract administration to include critical review of proposed changes; ensuring compliance with contract terms and conditions; resolving delays and disputes; and ensuring contract completeness in preparation for contract closeout. Serve as a Contracting Officer's Technical Representative in managing competitive, non-competitive and independent contracts supporting the execution of efforts, including competitive and non-competitive source solicitation and selection; preparation, negotiation, and award of contracts through various methods of negotiation. Collaboratively work with Program Managers to plan, develop and establish acquisition strategies for each program, emphasizing flexibility while ensuring sufficient rigor to enable program success. Advise Program Managers in resolving complex procurement issues including transfer and disposition of United States Government and intellectual property, data rights, export control concerns, organizational conflict of interest concerns, sub-contract issues, and unique provisions in the case of consortia or partnership arrangements such as foreign access to technology. Build and maintain current and relevant knowledge and expertise on contracts, grants, consortia partnerships, prize competitions, and other mechanisms to support programs where innovative or special contractual arrangements are desired. Evaluate contractor performance for compliance with terms and conditions of contracts, grants, and agreements. Direct or conduct the development of and documents performance expectations and goals for the contracting team; assists subordinates in setting individual goals. Manage contract administration to include critical review of proposed changes; ensuring compliance with contract terms and conditions; resolving delays and disputes; and ensuring contract completeness in preparation for contract closeout.