Contracts Administration, Senior Associate
Program Overview
About The Role
**Position is Contingent Upon Contract Award**
Peraton is seeking a Contracts Administrator to support the Cyber Mission Sector. In this role, the Contracts Administrator will play a key part in managing a wide range of contract types while ensuring compliance with Government and defense industry contracting requirements. The position is responsible for full life-cycle (cradle-to-grave) contract administration, from pre-award to closeout, including subcontracts issued to Peraton by prime contractors as well as government-issued contracts. This role will provide direct support to project teams by guiding them through contract management processes, negotiations, and compliance, while also driving process improvements and optimization. The role may also include oversight and administration of Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs), ensuring compliance while enabling flexibility and innovation in acquisition strategies.
- Manage a diverse portfolio of contracts and subcontracts, ensuring compliance, accurate invoicing, and budget monitoring to prevent cost overruns.
- Ensure adherence to government contracting regulations, across all projects, providing guidance to maintain compliance.
- Collaborate with Project Managers to address contractual obligations and resolve challenges efficiently.
- Oversee the full contract lifecycle, from initiation to closeout, ensuring smooth transitions and successful contract completions.
- Support cost proposal development for new business and pre-award activities.
- Build strong customer relationships through regular communication, fostering collaboration and timely resolution of issues.
- Draft, review, and negotiate agreements, including Teaming Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs), and other business agreements.
- Thrive in a dynamic, cross-functional environment by working with diverse teams to address complex challenges and deliver innovative solutions.
- Promote operational efficiency by applying sound business practices and driving process improvements.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Utilize strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Qualifications
- USA Citizenship required
- Current Top Secret security clearance required.
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field, plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
- 6+ years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
- Proven success supporting Requests for Proposals (RFPs), including drafting responses, participating in proposal reviews, conducting pre-award meetings, negotiating terms, and finalizing contracts.
- Background managing Government Contracts and Subcontracts with industry partners under FAR, DFAR, and other agency regulations.
- Skilled in preparing, maintaining, retrieving, and communicating documentation to support corporate and contract management requirements.
- Experience in resolving outstanding issues, issuing final modifications/invoices, and coordinating contractor performance evaluations.
- Strong ability to collaborate across internal and external teams, representing the project team as needed.
- Proficiency in reviewing, editing, and negotiating a variety of agreements, including Teaming and NDAs.
- Familiarity is U.S. Government contracts performed overseas (OCONUS), including compliance considerations and unique contractual requirements.
- Position is on-site, located at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois.
Desired Qualifications
- Proficiency in creating and maintaining Excel spreadsheets and other Microsoft Office tools.
- Basic or higher-level knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools.
- Experience with Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) systems
- Strong organizational and computer skills; able to work independently as a self-starter
- Experience with Deltek (preferred but not required).
- Solid understanding of contract types, terms, and conditions.
- Ability to interpret, implement, and follow established policies and procedures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to self-motivate and thrive in a collaborative team environment
- National Contract Management Association (NCMA) Certification(s) highly desirable
SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range
Details
Target Salary Range: $66,000 - $106,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at
Application Duration Statement: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
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