DHS Transportation Security Administration Seeks Contract Specialist via Direct Hire Authority
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), specifically the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) within its Mission Support (MS) / Contracting and Procurement (CP) Division, has issued a public notice for a Contract Specialist position. This role is being filled under Direct Hire Authority, meaning that traditional hiring processes such as the 'Rule of Three,' Veterans Preference, and applicant ranking do not apply. The position is open to all U.S. Citizens and U.S. Nationals. Duties for the Contract Specialist include applying negotiation techniques for complex procurements, utilizing price/cost analysis, and managing contract awards, modifications, and performance issues. Applicants must meet specific experience and education requirements, including a 4-year bachelor's degree with at least 24 semester hours in relevant fields and at least four years of progressively responsible contracting experience, with one year at the SV-H (GS-12) equivalent level. 
