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Senior Acquisition Program Analyst

Na Oiwi Kane

Quantico, VAFull-time$120–130K/yrSeen 6 days agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$120–130K/yr
Location
Quantico, VA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Secret clearanceBachelor's degree

Job overview

Galapagos Federal Systems seeks a Senior Acquisition Program Analyst to support the Marine Corps MAGTF C2 portfolio. The role provides acquisition guidance and program analysis across the Department of War acquisition life cycle, including planning, compliance, performance assessment, cost and schedule monitoring, and executive reporting. The analyst works with Government leadership, program managers, and stakeholders to develop strategies, assess performance, and support decisions under applicable acquisition frameworks and policies.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Acquisition Lifecycle ManagementAdaptive Acquisition FrameworkFederal Acquisition RegulationDFARSDoW 5000-SeriesDoN Acquisition PoliciesAcquisition Strategy DevelopmentProgram AssessmentCost AnalysisSchedule AnalysisPerformance AnalysisRisk AssessmentAcquisition DocumentationExecutive BriefingsMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointRegulatory CompliancePerformance MonitoringStakeholder Coordination

Qualifications

12+ Years Relevant ExperienceBachelor's in Business Administration, Acquisition Management, Program Management, Engineering, or Related FieldMaster's in Acquisition Management, Business Administration, Program Management, or Related DisciplineDAWIA or DoW Acquisition CredentialsPMP CertificationActive Secret Security ClearanceU.S. Citizenship

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Overview

Job Summary

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a Senior Acquisition Program Analyst to provide senior-level acquisition and program management support to the Marine Corps Air-Ground Task Force Command and Control (MAGTF C2) portfolio.

The successful candidate will provide strategic acquisition guidance, program analysis, and advisory support throughout the Department of War (DoW) acquisition life cycle. This position supports acquisition planning, regulatory compliance, program performance assessments, cost and schedule monitoring, and executive-level reporting to ensure successful program execution and alignment with mission objectives.

The Senior Acquisition Program Analyst will collaborate with Government leadership, program managers, and key stakeholders to develop acquisition strategies, evaluate program performance, and support informed decision-making in accordance with the DoW Adaptive Acquisition Framework (AAF), federal acquisition regulations, and Department of the Navy (DoN) policies.

Key Responsibilities

The Senior Acquisition Program Analyst will:

  • Provide senior-level acquisition and program management advisory support for Marine Corps MAGTF C2 programs throughout the acquisition life cycle

  • Develop, evaluate, and recommend acquisition strategies, plans, and approaches aligned with DoW Adaptive Acquisition Framework requirements

  • Analyze program effectiveness, efficiency, productivity, and compliance with federal, DoW, DoN, and Marine Corps acquisition policies and regulations

  • Conduct comprehensive cost, schedule, performance, and risk assessments to identify program challenges and recommend corrective actions

  • Research and evaluate acquisition pathways, development strategies, production approaches, and deployment plans to support program objectives

  • Prepare, review, and maintain acquisition documentation, program management plans, decision packages, schedules, and supporting reports

  • Monitor acquisition milestones, program deliverables, and performance metrics to ensure alignment with established requirements and objectives

  • Develop executive-level briefings, presentations, and decision-support materials for Government leadership and program management reviews

  • Coordinate with Government personnel, acquisition professionals, technical teams, and stakeholders to support integrated program execution

  • Compile, review, and consolidate biweekly situation reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely submission

  • Support program management reviews, senior leadership meetings, acquisition decision forums, and portfolio-level assessments

  • Identify acquisition risks, process inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement while recommending actionable solutions

  • Ensure acquisition activities comply with applicable FAR, DFARS, DoW, and DoN policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements

Requirements

Skills and Experience

The Senior Acquisition Program Analyst must have:

  • Active Secret security clearance with the ability to maintain clearance eligibility

  • 12+ years of relevant experience in DoW acquisition, program management, or acquisition program analysis

  • Extensive knowledge of DoW acquisition life cycle management and the Adaptive Acquisition Framework (AAF)

  • Strong understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), DoW Instruction 5000-series, and Department of the Navy (DoN) acquisition policies

  • Demonstrated experience developing acquisition strategies, conducting program assessments, and supporting major defense acquisition programs or software portfolios

  • Proven ability to evaluate program cost, schedule, performance, risks, and acquisition milestones

  • Experience preparing acquisition documentation, executive briefings, decision packages, and senior leadership reports

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

  • Experience coordinating with Government stakeholders, program managers, contracting professionals, and technical teams

  • Strong understanding of acquisition regulatory compliance, program execution, and performance monitoring

Education and Certifications

The Senior Acquisition Program Analyst must meet the following:

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Acquisition Management, Program Management, Engineering, or a closely related field

Preferred

  • Master's degree in Acquisition Management, Business Administration, Program Management, or a related discipline

  • Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification or current DoW acquisition credentials in Program Management, Contracting, or a related functional area

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

  • Additional DoW acquisition training or professional development relevant to defense acquisition programs

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance

  • Flexible Spending Accounts

  • 401(k)

  • PTO

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Military Differential

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Paid federal holidays

Security Clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of War active security clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner, and that may include lifting up to thirty pounds, as necessary.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC, is an SBA-Certified NHO-owned 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology solutions. We deliver professional services in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services.

Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget."

Company Employment Statement

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.

The final salary offered within the posted range will be based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $120,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /Yr.

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Location : Location US-VA-Quantico

ID 2026-3971

Category Program & Project Management

Position Type Full-Time

Clearance Level Secret

How this job compares

Set against the 10,791 open Program Management jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$120–130K/yr
  • Virginia median$138–200K/yr455 salary ranges
  • US median$127–201K/yr7,807 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $125K, is 27% below the Virginia median midpoint ($171K) — in the lowest quarter of Program Management salary ranges in Virginia.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 694 open Program Management jobs in Virginia and 10,791 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 12 years of experience — more than three in four Program Management postings that state a minimum ask for (median 7 years, across 9,230 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 4,135 of the 10,791 open Program Management jobs (38%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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