Title: Assistant Contract Specialist/ Contract Specialist (Level I/II) Location: United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach Job Number: 260000ZB Job Summary: Performs all cradle to grave procurement duties with assistance or guidance from higher level Contract Specialist as needed. Serves as Contracting Officer within prescribed limitations. Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for all cradle to grave procurement functions in accordance with policy and procedures for pre-solicitation solicitation award post-award actions to include but not limited to the following Acquisition Planning Source Selection Contract Negotiations Contract Administration Performance Deficiencies Changes Terminations Protests Disputes Claims Simplified Acquisition and Micro Purchase. - Responsible for understanding and following all procurement policy and standard operating procedures applicable for NEXCOM procurement. Keeps abreast of legal and regulatory changes. - May assist in the development formulation ...