Acquisition Analyst

Acquisition Analyst

Location: Chantilly, VA, US

Job ID: ATR 17916

Job Description

Job Title: Acquisition Analyst

Location: Chantilly, VA

Eligibility: Candidate must possess an active TS/SCI w/ CI Polygraph

clearance

Job Description:

The Acquisition Analyst will support the NRO DBO by conducting

acquisition-related research, supporting outreach events, analyzing

challenges faced by industry partners, and preparing clear, detailed

products for senior leadership. The ideal candidate understands the

fundamentals of federal acquisition and thrives in a dynamic environment

where new ideas and adaptability are key.

Key Responsibilities:

Acquisition Analysis & Research

• Conduct research on federal acquisition topics including:

• Basic principles of government acquisition

• FAR structure and interpretation

• RFI/RFP components

• Contract types (Fixed Price, Cost-Type, etc.)

• SOW vs. PWS requirements

• Appropriations and funding types

• Identify challenges small businesses face in doing business with

government.

• Analyze findings and prepare detailed, insight‑driven briefs with

recommended solutions.

• Explore innovative approaches companies can use to enter or expand

within the federal market.

Event & Engagement Support

• Support planning and logistics for in‑person and virtual outreach

events.

• Develop event materials such as surveys, PowerPoint presentations,

agendas, and training products.

• Present on basic acquisition topics in group settings or during

industry engagements.

• Collect, organize, and analyze data gathered from events or

stakeholder interactions.

Communication & Presentation

• Create polished, visually clear PowerPoint briefs and acquisition

overviews.

• Deliver presentations to internal stakeholders, small businesses,

and senior leadership.

• Translate complex acquisition concepts into digestible,

non‑technical language.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Support the NRO customer by providing proactive, high‑quality

service and follow‑through.

• Build and maintain relationships with small business partners,

entrepreneurs, and NRO stakeholders.

• Coordinate with colleagues daily in this highly collaborative

environment.

Innovation & Initiative

• Work in an evolving program where creativity and adaptability are

essential.

• Generate new ideas, products, and approaches without waiting for

daily tasking.

• Provide feedback and propose improvements to strengthen DBO efforts

and outcomes.

Required:

• Foundational understanding of federal acquisition principles

• Working knowledge of the FAR and how to navigate it

• Basic understanding of contract types, RFI/RFP structures, and

acquisition documentation

• Familiarity with appropriations and funding distinctions

• Strong research and analytical skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication

• Confident public speaking and briefing abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel

• Detail‑oriented, proactive, and self‑motivated

• Strong customer service orientation

• Comfortable working in a dynamic, evolving environment

• Must thrive in team‑based, collaborative settings

Preferred:

• Prior experience supporting government acquisition or working within

a federal agency

• Experience creating and delivering training materials

• Familiarity with the Intelligence Community culture

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