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Program Acquisition Lead

Peraton
United States, Florida, Tampa
Oct 21, 2025

Program Acquisition Lead
Job Locations

US-FL-Tampa




Requisition ID
2025-160739

Position Category
Contracts

Clearance
Top Secret/SCI



Responsibilities

Peraton is looking for a dynamic Acquisition Lead to support the US Special Operations Command in Tampa, FL.

In this role you will be:

    Responsible for the successful technical, schedule, and cost performance of a major program, or multiple programs, through subordinate program/project managers, in accordance with contract requirements and company policies, procedures and guidelines.
  • Acquire follow-on business associated with areas of responsibility and supports new business development by leading major proposals personally, or through subordinate program/project managers.
  • Manage a directorate within a division.
  • Having supervisory and developmental responsibilities within a functional area.
  • Manage one or more projects or programs, may manage an operating office, and supervises professional and technical personnel performing in their customary disciplines. Maintains aggressive efforts to achieve objectives.
  • Act as a technical liaison with vendors. Assists in proposal process and coordinates with Pricing Department when required.
  • Responsible for all phases of the program budget. Performs analysis for contract reviews with various software.
  • Develops Quality Assurance Programs for all products and services.
  • Assign staff and provide technical direction as necessary to complete task.
  • Monitor contract, subcontract, and funding; prepare forecasts of program financial performance.
  • Develop and deliver required contract, departmental, project and/or financial reports.


Qualifications

Requirements:

  • Ability to maintain TS/SCI clearance
  • US citizen
  • Minimum of 16 years supporting contract acquisition roles

Highly desired:

  • Bachelor's degree in business, contracting.
  • PMP highly desired
  • 5-10 years experience in defense acquisition, supporting US Govt and DoD operations


Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.



Target Salary Range

$176,000 - $282,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.


EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
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