IT Contracting Officer

Overview

On Site
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 5 month(s)

Skills

IAAS
SAAS
Perpetual Licenses
Maintenance/Support Agreements
Contract Review
Contract Lifecycle Management
NIGP-CPP
CPPB
CPPO
CPCM

Job Details

Location & Work Arrangement

  • Location: Des Moines, Iowa
  • Work Arrangement: Hybrid
  • Contract: This is a Contract position.
  • Mode of Interview: Virtual Interview via Webcam.

Key Responsibilities

  • Contract Lifecycle Management: Lead the procurement process for IT goods and services, including developing solicitations, negotiating terms, and managing vendor relationships.
  • Negotiation & Review: Utilize strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and conditions for IT agreements, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Contract Expertise: Apply strong knowledge of IT contract types (SaaS, IaaS, software licenses, maintenance/support agreements) to accurately structure and review complex documents.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities and contracts adhere strictly to state or federal procurement regulations and processes.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with technical teams, legal counsel, and business stakeholders to translate technical requirements into legally sound and effective contracts.
  • Risk Mitigation (Desired): Incorporate knowledge of cybersecurity and data privacy considerations into contract language to mitigate organizational risk.

Required Qualifications

Skill Area

Requirement

Minimum Experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.

N/A

Core Experience

IT procurement, contract negotiation, or public sector contracting.

5 Years

Contract Knowledge

Strong knowledge of IT contract types (SaaS, IaaS, perpetual licenses, etc.).

5 Years

Regulations

Familiarity with state or federal procurement regulations and processes.

5 Years

Communication

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

5 Years

Soft Skills

Strong analytical, negotiation, and project management skills.

5 Years

Highly Desired Skills & Certifications

  • Experience with State of Iowa procurement systems (e.g., Workday, I/3, or similar).
  • Professional certifications such as NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CPPO, or NCMA CPCM.
  • Experience working in a centralized procurement environment.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity and data privacy considerations in IT contracts.
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