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Would you like to work on a highly collaborative team in a close-knit small business, applying your skills and having an impact in the telecommunications industry?
Since 1998, GBS has provided specialized engineering and professional services to the U.S. Government and commercial clients around the world. We are a group of motivated self-starters, working to add value in our areas of responsibility, collaborating on tight deadlines to deliver excellent service to our customers. The principles of trust and integrity are very important and we strive to maintain a culture of respect for one another.
GBS is pleased to invite qualified candidates to apply for our open positions.
Open Positions
We are seeking a conscientious individual who has solid experience handling government contracts. The ideal candidate is knowledgeable regarding contracting vehicles, actions, and processes, is experienced crafting proposals and responses, and understands how to help develop and support procurement and acquisition activities.
The Contract Specialist role reports to Senior GBS Leadership and offers room for opportunity, working in a fast-paced environment with an engaging team of dedicated telecom engineers, subsea subject matter experts, and business development professionals.
Depending on the candidate's skills and experience, GBS is open to both part-time and full-time employment. GBS is headquartered in Leesburg, Virginia, and ideally the candidate would be able to travel to the office for hybrid work, but a remote position would be also considered.
Salary is commensurate with experience and availability.
Read on for more position details!
GBS Contract Specialist Job Description
The Contract Specialist is a key member of the GBS Headquarters Team, supporting GBS contracting and procurement activities. Contracting actions will focus on contracting with the Government, other companies serving the Government market, and GBS subcontractors and suppliers. This position reports to the Senior Vice President of Operations and Administration.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Review and negotiate commercial items and services with Government Agency Contracting Officers and Contract Specialists, other prime contractors, GBS subcontractors and suppliers.
- Draft, review, negotiate and track teaming and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs).
- Review order level terms and conditions and flow-down provisions.
- Prepare representations and certifications.
- Provide guidance on contract vehicles, including Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs), HUBZone, Small Business set asides, etc.
- Craft Sole Source Justifications and Price Analysis documentation.
- Identify and manage compliance issues arising from federal procurement and government practice.
- Work with Project Managers to monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with deliverables and timelines.
- Assist in the preparation of bids and proposals; provide market research.
- Support development of agreements with suppliers and vendors.
- Develop and maintain productive relationships with GBS project managers and subject matter experts.
- Maintain Contract Compliance.
- Review and edit End User License Agreements (EULAs).
- Prepare status reports and provide updates to Leadership as requested.
Competencies:
- Experience with all contract types (i.e. Cost Plus, Firm Fixed Price, Time and Materials).
- Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) and government contracting procedures, including flow-downs to subcontractors.
- Understanding of National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-171 and Cybersecurity Maturity Model (CMMC) 2.0 contract requirements.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to establish and maintain client trust and confidence.
- Ability to set goals, prioritize and complete projects independently and on time.
- Ability to assess and mitigate risk.
- Proven history of relationships with government agencies and processes.
- Excellent writing, communication and organizational skills.
- Effective communicator to all levels within the company and with clients.
- Highly trustworthy, prioritizing integrity and excellence.
- Of the highest degree of personal and professional integrity and ethics.
- Open to creative solutions.
- A strong commitment to providing exceptional customer service with stakeholders.
- A continuous learner.
- Demonstrates high energy, integrity, business acumen, professionalism and commitment.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiating skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Word/Excel/PowerPoint.
- Pass background check and substance screening.
- Proof of U.S. Citizenship Required/E-Verify Participation/EEO.
Education and Experience
- BA/BS degree or four years of experience working with government contracts.
- 1-3 years of federal contract administration experience.
- Working knowledge of the FAR and DFARs.
- Preferred but not required: Certified Government Contracting Professional (CGCP)
Position:
Open to Part-time or Full-time depending upon experience, project requirements and candidate availability.
Job Location:
- GBS is headquartered in Leesburg, Virginia
- Hybrid work in the Leesburg area is preferred but would consider a remote candidate.
- Preferred but not required: Resides in a Small Business Administration (SBA) Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone). Map of HUBZone areas available at this link: https://maps.certify.sba.gov/hubzone/map#center=44.722800,-103.249700&zoom=4
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Please contact 703-771-6600 for assistance or email corporate@gbs1.com
ABOUT GBS
Global Broadband Solutions, LLC (GBS) was founded in 1998 as a veteran-owned small business, with a focus on advanced technology communications services, providing consumers of domestic and international broadband telecommunications services with tailored global network solutions.
Today, GBS provides its customers with expertise in telecommunications network planning, designing, engineering, integration and testing, end-to-end network management, project management, market pricing studies, and business case analysis. GBS has a proven track record in its design and implementation of high-speed data networks over terrestrial, submarine fiber optics cables, satellite, and microwave systems.
As a HUBZone Certified company, GBS is pleased to be able to make a direct socioeconomic impact to regions around the country which are considered “Historically Underutilized Business Zones.”
At the heart of the mission is a dedication to the United States warfighter – those defending our valuable freedoms. GBS is proud to support the military, and we honor all who have served.
The GBS family is guided by the principles of integrity, excellence, diligence and trust. Servant Leadership means nurturing an environment where leadership sets an example in all areas, and employees honor one another through words and deeds. We believe these workplace values overflow to our customer relationships, and create a strong trust among all stakeholders, partners, contractors and employees.
GBS is a close-knit small business with employees across eight states. We work hard, collaborating on tight deadlines, supporting each other through maintaining a positive work environment.
Interested in joining our team? We’d love to hear from you. Please submit a resume and cover letter in the form below or to corporate@gbs1.com
For more information on GBS services, visit www.GBS1.com
GBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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