Vice President, Intelligence and Homeland Security (IHS) Contracts

GDIT’s Contracts and Acquisition Management Office (CAMO) is seeking a highly experienced Vice President of Contracts to lead the Intelligence and Homeland Security (IHS) Division.  This strategic leader will bring advanced expertise in Federal Government contracting and a demonstrated ability to manage complex, high-value portfolios.

As the leader of a high-performing organization of more than 30 professionals, the successful candidate will exhibit collaborative and strategic leadership skills, driving operational excellence across a diverse team.  In addition to federal contracting knowledge, extensive experience in Intelligence and Homeland Security contracts management is required.

This role is a key member of the IHS leadership team and reports directly to GDIT’s Vice President of Contracts. The position is based at GDIT's McLearen office, located in Herndon, VA.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Vice President of Contracts, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of agencies in the Intelligence and Homeland Security communities. In this capacity, you will:

• Lead end-to-end negotiation of contract terms from proposal stage through program close-out, ensuring strict compliance with applicable regulations and organizational policies

• Champion and seek out strategic opportunities to grow existing contracts and shape future opportunities in line with the rapid pace of technological advancements and tailor them to specific agency needs

• Coordinate risk mitigation strategies and approvals with senior management and executive leadership to achieve timely and effective outcomes

• Provide daily counsel, interpretation, and strategic advice on contracts and acquisition requirements to business leaders and stakeholders

• Serve as a key member of proposal teams, shaping pricing and scheduling strategies, aligning requirements, and conducting thorough risk assessments

• Leverage a dynamic and forward-thinking approach to navigating federal markets and assessing their impact on business operations

• Participate in program reviews, executive briefings, and customer engagements to ensure contractual integrity and strategic alignment

• Engage with agency contracting executives to build and strengthen relationships that drive collaboration and business growth

• Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing team of 30+ contracting professionals, with 3 direct reports

• Strategically advance the contracts support to the business through the incorporation of AI and process/policy enhancements

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your Contracts expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Vice President of IHS Contracts must have:

• Education: Bachelor's degree; Master's degree in business, law or similar discipline preferred

• Experience: 20+ years of experience years of government contracts experience

• Additional Experience: 15+ years of strategic involvement in industry; demonstrable knowledge of Intelligence and Homeland Security Community agency needs; deep understanding and experience in contracting terms & conditions specific to Intelligence and Homeland Securities agencies

• Technical skills: FAR and DFAR regulations; SOX Compliance, Oracle and Salesforce

• Security clearance level: Must currently have an active Top Secret/SCI clearance to start and POLY eligible

• US citizenship required

• Role requirements: Cradle to grave contracts experience in an IT Services organization serving Federal Customers, especially, those in the Intelligence and Homeland Security communities

• Location: Hybrid to GDIT's McLearen office located in Herndon, VA with the expectation of working a minimum of three (3+) days per week in the office

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities

• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.