About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Position overview

Confidential Client is seeking multiple entry-level Acquisition Analyst Jr. candidates to support federal acquisition research, requirements analysis, planning, and documentation. These onsite roles in Rosslyn, VA will assist senior staff by assembling acquisition packages, maintaining supporting records, conducting routine market research, and preparing draft documentation used in acquisition planning and evaluation. U.S. citizenship is required and candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance. TS/SCI eligibility or an active TS/SCI clearance is preferred.

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Key details

• Location: Rosslyn, VA (Onsite)
• Employment type: Full-time
• Salary: $45,500 - $61,750 per year
• Clearance: No active clearance required at application; must be able to obtain/maintain a U.S. Government clearance. TS/SCI preferred.
• This position is contingent upon contract award.

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What you’ll do

• Support acquisition research, requirements analysis, planning, and documentation under senior review.
• Conduct market research and organize findings into concise summaries and draft materials for review.
• Maintain requirements traceability and supporting acquisition records.
• Assemble acquisition packages and supporting materials for senior review.
• Coordinate inputs, track review comments, action items, and follow-ups.
• Update schedules and trackers to support acquisition planning and evaluation preparation.
• Prepare routine research and draft documentation per established review procedures.
• Verify supporting records and draft materials for accuracy and completeness prior to senior review.

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Minimum qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience (foundational skills may be demonstrated via education, internships, academic projects, or work).
• Foundational research, writing, organization, and spreadsheet skills appropriate for an entry-level role.
• Ability to maintain accurate acquisition records, follow review procedures, coordinate inputs, and track comments/actions under senior guidance.

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Preferred qualifications

• Relevant bachelor’s degree or permitted equivalent.
• TS/SCI eligibility or an active TS/SCI clearance.
• Prior exposure to federal acquisition processes, market research methods, or requirements traceability tools (nice-to-have).

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Benefits

Confidential Client offers a comprehensive benefits package including (but not limited to):

• Employer-sponsored healthcare options
• Lifestyle & wellness reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Tuition assistance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off for vacation and sick leave, plus 12 holidays per calendar year

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Additional details

• This position is contingent upon contract award. Candidates selected for consideration may be included in a proposal and contacted for next steps if the contract is awarded.
• Client officials retain final acquisition decisions and approval authority.
• Careertakes supports the hiring process as a third-party recruiter; employment is with Confidential Client if hired.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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