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Programs / Department of Homeland Security (DHS) - Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
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Contracting Specialist - In-Person OJT

USAFUSAUSCGUSMCUSNUSSF🔒 Secret required
Program summary

A member of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s Logistics team supports CISAs efforts to enhance the security, resiliency, and reliability of the Nation’s cyber and physical infrastructure. Students will learn the centralized logistics programs that support a diverse mission and workforce that spans the entire nation.

Roles & job description

This role is located the in Arlington/Ballston/NCR. The contract specialist will be responsible for supporting Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs) in developing, analyzing, and executing contracts for the Vulnerability Management subdivision ensuring resources are properly planned for mission achievement. They will work closely with leadership to ensure that contracts are planned, analyzed for cost savings and efficiencies, and aligned with overall mission strategy. Additionally, they will be expected to support CORs in performing all pre-award functions in compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations and Agency policy. Support CORs in preparing solicitation documents, analyzing proposals Analyze data submitted for consistency with financial and program objectives, and adherence to instructions. Developing singular, specific, and multi-audience presentations, summaries, and other communications in a clear and concise manner to organize work assignments.

Eligibility notes

Participant must be in the NORVA / NCR area. Secret clearance required. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, Problem solving abilities. Strong arithmetic and mathematical reasoning skills. Enjoys interacting across groups (internal stakeholder interaction) to come up with effective solutions. Experience using Excel. Experience creating dashboards and reports using Power BI.

Additional notes

TO APPLY: Tailor a resume outlining the requirements and role description. Title the email "Contracting Specialist Skillbridge Opportunity." Address the email to Johnson.Chen@mail.cisa.dhs.gov. Include your separation date in the body of the email.

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Interview prep for this program
Ask them
  • ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
  • ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
  • ▸ "The listing says 151 - 180 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
  • ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
  • ▸ Confirm the eligibility notes above — ask exactly what they need from you and when.
Bring to the conversation
  • ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
  • ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
  • ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
  • ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway
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