DHS Suitability is Required
About Aretum
Aretum is a mission-driven organization committed to delivering innovative, technology-enabled solutions to our customers across defense, civilian, and homeland security sectors. Our teams work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and transformation, helping agencies solve their most critical challenges. We believe in investing in our people and creating a culture where collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth are at the forefront.
Job Summary
Aretum is seeking a Procurement Specialist will support federal acquisition and contract management activities through requirements development, documentation, coordination, and tracking. The role works with internal stakeholders to support procurement processes, monitor actions, maintain accurate data, and provide clear reporting throughout the acquisition lifecycle.
Due to the nature of our work as a federal consulting organization, employees may be expected to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and must adhere to applicable safeguarding and compliance requirements.
Responsibilities- Support CISA IT acquisition activities by developing and maintaining pre-award requirements, work packages, Statements of Work, acquisition strategies, and supporting documentation.
- Coordinate requirements through internal review and approval processes, including procurement requests, financial workflows, and leadership reviews.
- Maintain acquisition planning tools, contract data, tracking logs, and standard operating procedures (SOPs), incorporating stakeholder feedback and identifying opportunities for process improvement.
- Provide post-award support to Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs), including maintaining procurement request packages, modification documentation, cost and schedule information, and contract tracking systems.
- Prepare clear, professional reports, guidance materials, and status updates for stakeholders and leadership.
- Support contractor personnel suitability tracking and other operational reporting requirements.
Requirements
- BS/BA degree and 3 - 5 years of supporting federal acquisition, contract management, procurement, program management, or a related discipline, preferably within an Information Technology environment.
- Experience developing and managing acquisition requirements, Statements of Work, work packages, procurement documentation, and related pre- and post-award materials.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, data tracking, and reporting; experience with Power BI is a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop clear documentation, guidance, status reports, and executive-level materials.
- Ability to manage multiple acquisition actions simultaneously, maintain accurate tracking data, coordinate with diverse stakeholders, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced federal environment.
Travel Requirements
This is a hybrid position, with work performed both remotely and at designated client or corporate locations, as needed. Travel requirements may vary depending on project assignments, client meetings, or internal collaboration and will be communicated in advance whenever possible
EEO Statement
Aretum is committed to fostering a workplace rooted in excellence, integrity, and equal opportunity for all. We adhere to merit-based hiring practices, ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the job, without preference or consideration of factors unrelated to job performance.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aretum complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
We are proud to support our nation’s veterans and military families, providing career opportunities that honor their service and experience.
If you require reasonable accommodation during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact [email protected] for assistance.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
U.S. Work Authorization
Due to federal contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this position. This position supports a federal government contract and requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability Determination, depending on the agency’s background investigation requirements.
Benefits
- Salary Range: $105,000–$125,000 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including education, experience, qualifications, skills, and applicable contract requirements.
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long-Term Disability
- Training & Development
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in any relevant field
- 3–5 years of experience supporting federal acquisition, contract management, procurement, program management, or a related discipline
- Experience developing and managing acquisition requirements, Statements of Work, work packages, procurement documentation, and pre- and post-award materials
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, data tracking, and reporting
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple acquisition actions, maintain accurate tracking data, coordinate stakeholders, and meet deadlines
- Experience within an Information Technology environment
- Power BI experience
- U.S. citizenship
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability Determination
What We Do
Panum, a Maryland-based company, provides a continuum of services and strategies to accelerate innovation and transformation for the federal government in meeting its mission. Panum has had significant growth in the last 5 years due to its people, process, and innovative solution and services offered to its federal customers. Panum brings innovative ideas with a passion and a culture of “expect excellence” in Project Portfolio Management (PPM), Health Sciences, Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, FOIA Support, Logistics, Training, and Organizational Change Management. It provides these services to more than 25 federal agencies. Panum has received numerous excellence awards from its federal customers including the Department of Homeland Security and the US Department of Agriculture. Panum provides its employees with work-life balance, an opportunity to innovate, learn, and grow their skills while working on solving the most complex federal government problems. Panum's management team consists of seasoned executives with both industry and government experience. This team boasts decades of business experience in diverse businesses with domestic and international operations, as well as small and large businesses. Why choose Panum? We are readily available to assist our customers with the necessary expertise and support to accomplish their mission.
