Contracting Specialist / PD2 System Administrator with Security Clearance

Contracting Specialist / PD2 System Administrator MacDill AFB - Tampa, FL Ready to take your skills to the next level? Join RedSky, a technical consulting firm specializing in systems administration, IT governance and policy, program and project management, and cybersecurity operations. Best-in-Class Benefits and Perks:
We value our employees' time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by competitive compensation of $90,000 annually, depending on experience, and an extensive benefits package including:

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance provided

• Robust retirement planning: 401(k) plan available with employer matching

• Financial security: Life and disability insurance for added protection

• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement

• Well-being and work-life balance: Paid government holidays and personal leave Plus, we work to maintain the best environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where everyone feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture. We seek a highly skilled Contracting Specialist / PD2 System Administrator to support our Department of Defense (DoD) customer. A solid background in DoD contracting processes and PD2 system administration is essential for your success. You must possess an active Top-Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility and a CompTIA Security+ certification. To thrive, you should have:
• A Top-Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility and a CompTIA Security+ certification.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 3+ years of related work experience or equivalent practical experience.

• CompTIA Security+ required

• Experience with DoD Contracting, Acquisition, or Financial Management systems

• Proficiency in Sybase SQL script writing

• Demonstrated ability to support IT applications, including Standard Procurement System (SPS), Procurement Desktop Defense (PD2), Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), Microsoft Office Suite of applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), and Adobe Acrobat

• Ability to travel occasionally to DoD sites within the continental United States (CONUS) for system and user support. Responsibilities as the Contracting Specialist include:
• Provide end-user support and training on DoD electronic business applications, including the Standard Procurement System (SPS) and related eBusiness applications.

• Ensure the functionality of the contracting infrastructure by managing network credentials and maintaining appropriate system access levels.

• Collaborate with the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) to develop data-intensive evaluations, analyses, and ad hoc reports critical for mission success.

• Respond to data calls and support all aspects of contracting operations in coordination with the COR.

• Proactively notify the COR of any contract modifications that conflict with DPAP memorandums, the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and SOCOM Acquisition Regulation Supplement (SOFARS).

• Perform system administration tasks, including report writing, script execution, and troubleshooting.

• Serve as the primary point of contact with the SPS Helpdesk to escalate and resolve technical issues

• Occasionally provide functional contracting guidance as required.

• Develop custom reports using Cognos, the SPS built-in report-writing tool.

• Monitor and resolve daily error logs and interface issues.

• Provide software upgrade support and assist with Information Assurance (IA) vulnerability remediation and software deployments. Ready to take your career to the next level? Take the next step in your career with a company committed to your success. Apply now and be a part of our mission-driven journey. Please email your resume to We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.