Contracts Analyst

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Contracts Analyst supporting federal government program and ensuring compliance with vendor agreements. Collaborating with multiple teams to maintain contract integrity and monitor performance metrics.

Posted 5/2/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $122,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review and manage all task subcontracts and vendor agreements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with prime contract requirements.
Ensure 100% compliance with contract terms, including flow-down requirements, reporting obligations, and performance standards.
Monitor subcontractor deliverables to ensure adherence to scope, schedule, and contractual commitments.
Track and maintain contract documentation, including modifications, amendments, Statements of Work (SOWs), and vendor agreements.
Collaborate with program management, procurement, finance, and legal teams to support contract lifecycle activities.
Ensure subcontractors comply with federal regulations, including applicable FAR/DFARS clauses and agency-specific requirements.
Support vendor onboarding, including review of contractual documentation and compliance verification.
Assist in monitoring contract performance metrics and identifying potential risks or compliance gaps.
Maintain accurate records in contract management systems and ensure audit readiness at all times.
Support internal and external audits, providing documentation and analysis as required.
Provide guidance on contractual interpretation and ensure consistent application of contract terms across vendors.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Legal Studies, Contract Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
5+ years of experience in contracts administration, contracts analysis, or procurement support.
Experience working in federal government contracting environments.
Strong experience reviewing and managing subcontracts, vendor agreements, and Statements of Work (SOWs).
Demonstrated understanding of FAR/DFARS regulations and federal contracting compliance requirements.
Experience ensuring compliance with contract terms and monitoring vendor performance against contractual obligations.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to interpret complex contractual language.
Experience supporting audit activities and maintaining contract documentation in compliance with federal standards.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
High level of attention to detail and organizational discipline.
Ability to manage multiple contracts and deadlines simultaneously.
Strong collaboration skills across legal, finance, procurement, and program teams.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment.
US Citizenship or Permanent Residency required.
Must reside in the Continental US.
Depending on the government agency, specific requirements may include public trust background check or security clearance.

Benefits

Comp & perks

health care
dental
vision
life insurance
401(k)
paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law

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Hard Skills & Tools

contracts administrationcontracts analysisprocurement supportsubcontract managementvendor agreementsStatements of Work (SOWs)FAR regulationsDFARS regulationscontract complianceaudit activities

Soft Skills

attention to detailanalytical skillscritical thinkingwritten communicationverbal communicationorganizational disciplinecollaboration skillsindependencetime managementproblem-solving