Contract Specialist Security Clearance

Highlights

Thirty-one years of experience in Federal acquisitions including Construction, A&E, IT Supply, IT Services, staff-augmentation, Professional Engineering Services, and more, frequently involving awarding and administering contracts in excess of $100 million and in support of billion-dollar programs

Active Top Secret Security Clearance

Education

Patten University

Master Of Contract Management

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science in Business/Management

The George Washington University

Associate’s Certificate in Project Management

Certificates of Appointment

Level III FAC–C Certification

FAC-COR Level 1 COR Certification

Acquisitions specialist—Department of State— overseas building Operations—11/2019 to Present

Program Development, Coordination, and Support

Project Development and Coordination

Subject Matter Expert

Acquisitions Career

Department of State Arlington, VA

Branch Chief September 2014–September 2019

Acting Branch Chief May 2014–September 2014

Contract Specialist July 2013–May 2014

Contract Specialist September 1993–December 2002

TRICARE Arlington, VA

Contract Specialist September 2010–July 2013

Department of Defense, Washington Headquarters Service Arlington, VA

Supervisory Contracting Officer February 2008–September 2010

Department of Interior Washington, DC

Supervisory Contract Specialist October 2006–February 2008

Lead Contract Specialist December 2002–October 2006

Contract Specialist August 1988–September 1993

Federal Contracts Management Professional and former Contracting Officer with over 30 years of experience driving successful acquisitions in the civilian and defense sectors. Unlimited Warrant Contracting Officer for agencies including the Department of State, Department of Defense, and Department of the Interior, this expert has managed the full lifecycle of contracts valued in the hundreds of millions across IT services, professional services, and complex programs.

Key Strengths

FAR/DFARS Mastery: Ensures every contract and proposal is compliant with federal regulations and agency-specific rules, backed by Level III FAC-C certification and extensive acquisition law experience.

Cradle-to-Grave Expertise: From shaping winning proposals and negotiating favorable terms to administering contracts and closing them out, this expert has overseen complex, high-value acquisitions with precision.

Government Insight, Contractor Focus: Brings firsthand knowledge of how federal agencies operate, communicates effectively with COs and CORs, and navigates IDIQs, GWACs, and GSA Schedules to maximize client opportunities.

Results for IT and Services Contracts: Extensive experience with IT and professional service acquisitions ensuring seamless alignment between contract requirements and program delivery, with strong risk mitigation and performance oversight.

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