What the job is
This job is for an IT Program Specialist in Arlington, Virginia. You will work for the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) and oversee important IT contracts that support their research and network operations.

What you will do
- Act as the main point of contact for managing large and complex IT service contracts.
- Monitor and direct the progress of these contracts to ensure they meet DARPA’s needs.
- Provide expert advice on IT purchases and help design long-term plans for buying IT services.
- Track and analyze contract budgets, including those over $30 million.
- Work with leaders to solve problems and make sure contracts run smoothly.
- Hold regular meetings with vendors to review progress and resolve issues.

What you need
- Experience in managing IT contracts and working with government acquisition processes.
- Strong skills in financial oversight and strategic planning for IT services.
- Ability to work well with leadership and vendors to ensure contract success.

What you will get
- A salary between $121,785 and $187,093 per year.