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Acquisition Project Manager / Subject Matter Expert | TS Clearance Only

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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDigineox is seeking a Project Manager / Acquisition Subject Matter Expert (SME) with an active TS/SCI clearance to lead a high-profile assessment of acquisition lifecycle processes for a Department of Defense (DoD) agency. This role will play a key part in identifying process inefficiencies, improving stakeholder experiences, and enhancing acquisition practices across development, pre-award, and execution phases.

The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of DoD and federal acquisition policies, strong project leadership experience, and a consultative mindset focused on practical process improvement and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead a comprehensive, independent review of the agency’s acquisition processes, with a focus on:

Acquisition development

Pre-award planning and documentation

Award execution and post-award feedback

Evaluate acquisition performance by analyzing:

Milestones, timelines, and throughput

Workforce structure, roles, and training gaps

Documentation completeness and quality

Compliance with FAR, DFARS, and DoD acquisition regulations

Feedback from internal stakeholders and directorates

Identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and non-compliant practices; recommend actionable improvements that balance speed and regulatory rigor

Lead stakeholder interviews, facilitate working sessions, and synthesize qualitative and quantitative insights

Support the development of a final report with clear recommendations for process improvement and stakeholder satisfaction

Required Qualifications:

Active DoD Top Secret / SCI clearance (must be current)

U.S. citizenship and eligibility for access to controlled government information

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, Acquisition, or related field

10+ years of experience supporting or managing federal/DoD acquisition programs

Expertise in FAR, DFARS, and DoD acquisition policies and lifecycle practices

Strong track record of leading acquisition process improvement initiatives

Excellent project management, documentation, and stakeholder engagement skills

Availability to support on-site activities at Fort Belvoir, VA as needed

Qualifications:

DAWIA Level II or III Certification

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Experience supporting defense agencies or acquisition offices

Familiarity with acquisition support systems such as PRISM, PD2, or other contract writing tools

Key Competencies:

Critical thinking and structured problem-solving

Effective written and verbal communication

Process design and organizational change leadership

Compliance and audit readiness

Technical writing and executive reporting

About Digineox Digineox

is a Houston-based small business delivering strategic consulting, transformation, and analytics services to defense and commercial clients. We specialize in helping complex organizations make better decisions, faster.

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