Federal Contracts Lead

Salute Mission Critical

United States
Base: $150,000 py; bonus/equity: not specified; be...
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10+ years managing us federal/defense contracts
Active secret clearance required
Deep experience with far and dfars regulations
** Salute Mission Critical is seeking a Federal Contracts Lead with extensive experience in U.S. Federal and Defense contracts. The role entails managing the end-to-end lifecycle of federal contracts, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, and maintaining strong relationships with government clients. **

Job Summary

  • The Federal Contracts Lead will drive end-to-end contract management activities across Salute's federal and defense portfolios, ensuring compliance with complex regulatory frameworks.
  • This fully remote role requires approximately 20% travel for customer engagements, negotiations, audits, and internal leadership meetings while offering comprehensive benefits including immediate 401(k) vesting.
  • Candidates must possess deep expertise in interpreting FAR/DFARS clauses, managing cybersecurity requirements like NIST SP 800-171, and overseeing international trade compliance including ITAR and EAR.

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** Salute Mission Critical is seeking a Federal Contracts Lead with extensive experience in U.S. Federal and Defense contracts. The role entails managing the end-to-end lifecycle of federal contracts, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, and maintaining strong relationships with government clients. **

Salary

Base: $150,000 per year; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) match, PTO, HSA, gym discounts

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years managing US Federal/Defense contracts
  • Active SECRET clearance required
  • Deep experience with FAR and DFARS regulations
  • Expertise in NIST SP 800-171 cybersecurity frameworks
  • Knowledge of ITAR, EAR, and export control compliance

Nice-to-have

  • Advanced degree or NCMA CPCM certification
  • Experience with DoD, VA, DHS, or Intelligence Community
  • Familiarity with CMMC compliance frameworks
  • Strong negotiation and analytical communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from accredited college
  • Active SECRET clearance (or higher)
  • 10+ years federal/defense contract management experience
  • Proven expertise with FFP, T&M, CPFF/CPIF, IDIQ/GWAC contract types

Work Rights

Must have Active SECRET clearance

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