Ironclad Defense Works
Contract & Procurement Professionals (Level II & Agile)
Ironclad Defense Works, Norfolk, Virginia, United States, 23500
Role Overview
Ironclad Defense Works (IDW) is seeking motivated
Contract/Procurement Professionals
to support NATO Allied Command Transformation (ACT) in Norfolk, VA. This combined posting covers both traditional cradle-to-grave procurement support (Level II) and agile-focused contracting support (Innovation Lab). Together, these roles ensure that NATO’s acquisition processes meet both compliance standards and the demands of fast-paced innovation. Location and Position Details
Location:
HQ Supreme Allied Command Transformation (HQ SACT), Norfolk, VA Position Type:
Full-time, Onsite Clearance Requirement:
Active NATO or National SECRET (or higher) security clearance Key Responsibilities
Contract/Procurement Professional Support Contracting Officers through the full contract lifecycle: acquisition planning, SOW reviews, proposal evaluations, and documentation. Track and validate industry submissions and manage RFIs/Q&A processes. Execute purchases under €40K, seek quotes, and prepare purchase orders. Administer contracts (DBIDS, VISA letters, amendments) and maintain contract file management. Process invoices, close out contracts, and manage contractor databases. Contract Specialist (Agile) Work with NATO Contracting, Budget, and Finance to identify acquisition solutions for innovation projects. Support ACT Innovation Lab through agile-aligned procurement processes. Draft and manage acquisition strategies, RFPs, SOWs, and evaluation criteria tailored to modular/agile contracts. Promote modern technologies and flexible acquisition while ensuring NATO compliance. Facilitate transparent vendor engagement and evaluation processes. Required Qualifications
University degree with business/management coursework, OR DAWIA certification in Contracting/Acquisition (or equivalent). Level II:
Minimum 5 years’ procurement/contracting experience across pre-award, award, and post-award phases Agile:
Minimum 3 years’ experience in contracting/acquisition, preferably in innovation-focused or agile settings Strong understanding of acquisition statutes, regulations, and NATO procurement rules. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and collaborative software. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Citizenship of a NATO member nation, valid NATO-nation passport. Active NATO or National SECRET (or higher) clearance. Desired Skills
Experience with NATO-specific procurement (e.g., NSIP, CIRIS, NATO Financial Systems). Familiarity with Agile Procurement (MVPs, sprints, prototypes). Prior contracting officer warrant authority is a plus. Application Instructions
Apply directly through the posted job ad and accompanying link. Candidates may also send a cover letter and NATO-format forward résumé, emphasizing NATO experience, to:
jobs@idw.inc
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Ironclad Defense Works (IDW) is seeking motivated
Contract/Procurement Professionals
to support NATO Allied Command Transformation (ACT) in Norfolk, VA. This combined posting covers both traditional cradle-to-grave procurement support (Level II) and agile-focused contracting support (Innovation Lab). Together, these roles ensure that NATO’s acquisition processes meet both compliance standards and the demands of fast-paced innovation. Location and Position Details
Location:
HQ Supreme Allied Command Transformation (HQ SACT), Norfolk, VA Position Type:
Full-time, Onsite Clearance Requirement:
Active NATO or National SECRET (or higher) security clearance Key Responsibilities
Contract/Procurement Professional Support Contracting Officers through the full contract lifecycle: acquisition planning, SOW reviews, proposal evaluations, and documentation. Track and validate industry submissions and manage RFIs/Q&A processes. Execute purchases under €40K, seek quotes, and prepare purchase orders. Administer contracts (DBIDS, VISA letters, amendments) and maintain contract file management. Process invoices, close out contracts, and manage contractor databases. Contract Specialist (Agile) Work with NATO Contracting, Budget, and Finance to identify acquisition solutions for innovation projects. Support ACT Innovation Lab through agile-aligned procurement processes. Draft and manage acquisition strategies, RFPs, SOWs, and evaluation criteria tailored to modular/agile contracts. Promote modern technologies and flexible acquisition while ensuring NATO compliance. Facilitate transparent vendor engagement and evaluation processes. Required Qualifications
University degree with business/management coursework, OR DAWIA certification in Contracting/Acquisition (or equivalent). Level II:
Minimum 5 years’ procurement/contracting experience across pre-award, award, and post-award phases Agile:
Minimum 3 years’ experience in contracting/acquisition, preferably in innovation-focused or agile settings Strong understanding of acquisition statutes, regulations, and NATO procurement rules. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and collaborative software. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Citizenship of a NATO member nation, valid NATO-nation passport. Active NATO or National SECRET (or higher) clearance. Desired Skills
Experience with NATO-specific procurement (e.g., NSIP, CIRIS, NATO Financial Systems). Familiarity with Agile Procurement (MVPs, sprints, prototypes). Prior contracting officer warrant authority is a plus. Application Instructions
Apply directly through the posted job ad and accompanying link. Candidates may also send a cover letter and NATO-format forward résumé, emphasizing NATO experience, to:
jobs@idw.inc
#J-18808-Ljbffr