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Ascension LLC is seeking an experienced Technical Lead / Cloud Architect to serve as a senior technical authority for a mission-driven federal program. This role is critical to ensuring that cloud-based architectures, platforms, and integrations are designed, implemented, and governed in a secure, scalable, and compliant manner.
The ideal candidate is a strategic technologist who combines deep cloud engineering expertise with strong leadership and client advisory skills. This individual will guide technical direction, translate business and mission needs into cloud solutions, and ensure alignment with federal security, compliance, and enterprise architecture standards.
This role is well suited for a candidate with experience supporting federal agencies who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, mentoring teams, and shaping modern cloud environments that support operational efficiency, resilience, and long-term sustainability.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Technical Lead / Cloud Architect provides overall technical leadership for cloud infrastructure, application hosting, and system integration efforts supporting the client’s mission. This role is responsible for defining cloud architecture strategies, guiding implementation teams, and ensuring solutions meet functional, security, and performance requirements.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical leader who is detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable operating in complex, regulated environments. They are self-driven, proactive, and capable of making sound technical decisions with minimal supervision. This role requires the ability to anticipate risks, design scalable solutions, and balance near-term delivery needs with long-term architectural integrity.
The Technical Lead / Cloud Architect is expected to solve challenges related to cloud migration, system modernization, security compliance, and integration across platforms. The role relies on strong knowledge of commercial cloud platforms, DevSecOps practices, infrastructure-as-code tools, and federal IT governance frameworks.
Position Responsibilities and Anticipated Activities
- Lead the design and evolution of secure, scalable cloud architectures aligned with program and enterprise requirements
- Define cloud standards, patterns, and best practices for infrastructure, platforms, and applications
- Guide technical teams in implementing cloud-native and hybrid solutions using approved technologies
- Architect solutions that meet federal security, compliance, and resilience requirements
- Collaborate with program managers, security staff, and stakeholders to translate mission needs into technical designs
- Review and approve technical designs, configurations, and implementation plans
- Oversee cloud migrations, system integrations, and modernization initiatives
- Implement DevSecOps and infrastructure-as-code approaches to improve deployment consistency and efficiency
- Monitor system performance, scalability, and reliability and recommend improvements
- Support incident response, root cause analysis, and remediation activities as needed
- Mentor engineers and technical staff, providing guidance and technical oversight
- Document architecture decisions, technical standards, and system configurations
Job Features
| Job Category | Engineering, IT |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent professional experience | Demonstrated experience leading technical teams and serving as a technical authority on complex programs | Cloud certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect Professional, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or equivalent |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Ten or more years of progressive experience in IT systems engineering, cloud architecture, or infrastructure design | Five or more years of hands-on experience architecting solutions in one or more major cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud | Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Strong understanding of federal IT environments, security requirements, and compliance frameworks | Experience with CI/CD and DevSecOps pipelines | Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Master’s degree in a technical or management discipline | Experience supporting federal civilian or homeland security agencies | Familiarity with zero trust architecture, containerization, and orchestration platforms | Experience with identity and access management, monitoring, and logging solutions | Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks and IT governance processes | Prior experience supporting modernization or cloud migration initiatives |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a federal Public Trust clearance | U.S. citizenship may be required depending on client requirements |
Ascension LLC is seeking an experienced Program Manager / Web Operations Lead to serve as the primary operational and delivery lead for a mission-critical, enterprise web environment supporting a federal client. This role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day web operations while providing disciplined program management, stakeholder coordination, and quality assurance across the full website lifecycle.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned digital program leader who understands how enterprise websites function in complex government environments and who can successfully balance technical oversight, operational execution, and client-facing leadership. This individual will play a central role in ensuring that the client’s web presence is stable, compliant, secure, accessible, and continuously improving in support of organizational mission goals.
This position is well suited for a candidate with deep experience managing web platforms, cross-functional teams, and vendor resources, who is comfortable operating in a highly regulated environment and who brings strong judgment, accountability, and proactive problem-solving skills.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Program Manager / Web Operations Lead serves as the single point of accountability for web operations performance, delivery quality, and schedule adherence. This role is responsible for translating client priorities into actionable plans, coordinating technical and content teams, managing risks and dependencies, and ensuring compliance with federal requirements such as Section 508 accessibility, cybersecurity standards, and records management policies.
The ideal candidate is a highly organized and detail-oriented leader who can operate effectively in an environment with evolving requirements, competing priorities, and multiple stakeholders. They are self-driven, calm under pressure, and skilled at anticipating issues before they become problems. This role requires someone who can both zoom out to manage program health and zoom in to resolve operational issues when needed.
The Program Manager / Web Operations Lead is expected to solve challenges related to web governance, release management, issue escalation, performance monitoring, and stakeholder alignment, while also supporting strategic improvements to tools, workflows, and processes that enhance long-term sustainability of the web environment.
Tools and processes commonly used in this role include content management systems, issue tracking tools, project management platforms, analytics dashboards, accessibility testing tools, and collaboration platforms such as Microsoft 365.
Position Responsibilities and Anticipated Activities
- Lead overall program management and web operations activities in support of the client’s enterprise website
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the client on web operations, performance, risks, and delivery status
- Plan, manage, and track work across web maintenance, enhancements, releases, and incident response
- Coordinate cross-functional teams including developers, designers, content managers, accessibility specialists, and security staff
- Oversee website performance, uptime, content accuracy, and operational readiness
- Manage issue intake, prioritization, escalation, and resolution workflows
- Ensure compliance with Section 508 accessibility standards, cybersecurity policies, and federal web governance requirements
- Review and approve deliverables, release plans, and operational documentation
- Develop and maintain project schedules, risk registers, and status reports
- Monitor vendor and subcontractor performance, where applicable
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to web tools, workflows, and governance
- Prepare and deliver regular briefings, metrics, and performance updates to client stakeholders
Job Features
| Job Category | IT, Project Management |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Communications, Digital Media, Business, or a related field | Demonstrated experience managing CMS-based websites and coordinating technical and non-technical teams | Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, schedules, and stakeholders simultaneously | Excellent written and verbal communication skills | Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), or SAFe certification |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | 8 years of experience in program or project management supporting enterprise web or digital platforms | 5 years of experience leading web operations or digital delivery efforts in a government or highly regulated environment | Experience using project management and collaboration tools such as Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Project, SharePoint, or similar platforms |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Strong understanding of federal web requirements, including Section 508 accessibility and basic cybersecurity principles |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Master’s degree in a relevant discipline | Experience supporting large-scale website consolidation, modernization, or migration initiatives | Familiarity with analytics platforms such as Google Analytics or Adobe Analytics | Experience working with cloud-hosted web environments | Prior experience supporting civilian or homeland security federal agencies | Strong facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance | U.S. citizenship or work authorization as required by the client contract |
Ascension LLC is seeking a highly capable SharePoint Technical Specialist to design, configure, maintain, and enhance SharePoint-based collaboration and information management solutions in support of a mission-driven federal client. This role is critical to ensuring that the client’s workforce can securely access, manage, and collaborate on information using modern Microsoft 365 and SharePoint Online tools.
The ideal candidate is a technically proficient problem solver who understands how SharePoint supports business processes, program operations, records management, and collaboration across distributed teams. This individual should bring strong technical judgment, a service-oriented mindset, and the ability to translate user needs into practical, scalable SharePoint solutions that align with governance, security, and compliance requirements.
This role is well suited for candidates with experience supporting federal or regulated environments who enjoy working closely with stakeholders, troubleshooting complex issues, and continuously improving collaboration platforms that enable mission success.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The SharePoint Technical Specialist provides hands-on technical support and solution development for SharePoint Online and related Microsoft 365 services. The role supports the client’s operational, programmatic, and knowledge management needs by configuring sites, libraries, permissions, workflows, and integrations that improve information access, usability, and compliance.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable operating in environments where requirements may evolve. The candidate must be self-driven, capable of working with minimal supervision, and skilled at anticipating technical issues before they impact users. This role is expected to resolve platform issues, support end users, implement enhancements, and ensure that SharePoint environments align with governance standards, security controls, and records management policies.
The SharePoint Technical Specialist will leverage tools such as SharePoint Online, Microsoft Teams, Power Platform, and Microsoft 365 administrative tools to support collaboration, automate workflows, and improve operational efficiency.
Position Responsibilities and Anticipated Activities
- Configure and maintain SharePoint Online sites, document libraries, lists, and metadata structures
- Implement and manage user permissions, access controls, and security groups in accordance with client policies
- Support SharePoint governance, records management, and information lifecycle requirements
- Troubleshoot and resolve SharePoint, Teams, and Microsoft 365 technical issues
- Develop and maintain workflows and forms using Power Automate and Power Apps
- Support content migration, site modernization, and platform enhancements
- Collaborate with business users to gather requirements and translate needs into technical solutions
- Provide technical documentation, job aids, and user guidance
- Coordinate with IT, security, and program stakeholders to ensure platform compliance and performance
- Monitor platform usage and recommend improvements to usability, performance, and scalability
Job Features
| Job Category | IT, Systems Engineering |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience | Experience supporting Microsoft Teams and integrating Teams with SharePoint | Experience with Power Automate and basic Power Apps development | Familiarity with records management, information governance, and compliance requirements | Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills | Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment | Microsoft certifications such as Microsoft 365 Certified Administrator or SharePoint-related certifications |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | 5 or more years of hands-on experience supporting SharePoint, preferably SharePoint Online in Microsoft 365 environments |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Strong technical knowledge of SharePoint site architecture, permissions, content types, and metadata |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting federal government clients or regulated environments | Experience with SharePoint migrations and modernization efforts | Familiarity with Power BI, PowerShell scripting, or advanced Power Platform solutions | Understanding of Section 508 accessibility requirements | Experience supporting knowledge management or collaboration initiatives |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance | U.S. citizenship may be required based on client requirements |
Ascension LLC is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant / Analyst to support financial management, accounting, and analytical activities in support of a government client. This role is designed for an early-career professional who is building foundational experience in accounting, auditing, financial analysis, and government financial operations.
The Junior Accountant / Analyst plays an important supporting role in ensuring financial data accuracy, compliance with established policies and procedures, and timely reporting. This position is well-suited for candidates who are organized, analytical, and eager to learn within a structured but dynamic client environment. The role contributes directly to the client’s ability to manage resources effectively, meet reporting requirements, and support sound financial decision-making.
This position is ideal for candidates with foundational accounting knowledge who want hands-on exposure to federal financial processes, systems, and controls while working as part of a collaborative project team.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Junior Accountant / Analyst provides day-to-day financial and accounting support under the direction of senior accounting, auditing, or program management staff. The role focuses on assisting with data collection, reconciliation, analysis, and documentation to support accurate financial reporting and compliance.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and capable of following established processes while learning to apply accounting and analytical principles in a real-world government setting. The individual must be comfortable working with financial data, spreadsheets, and financial systems, and able to respond efficiently to recurring tasks as well as ad-hoc data requests.
This role supports the client by helping maintain financial integrity, supporting audits and reviews, and ensuring financial records are complete, accurate, and properly documented. Tools commonly used in this role may include Microsoft Excel, accounting or financial management systems, document repositories, and standard reporting templates.
Position Day-to-Day Activities
- Assist with compiling, reviewing, and validating financial data for reports, reconciliations, and analysis
- Perform basic account reconciliations and variance analysis under supervision
- Support preparation of financial summaries, schedules, and supporting documentation
- Enter, track, and update financial data in spreadsheets, databases, or financial systems
- Review transactions for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with established procedures
- Support internal and external audit activities by organizing and providing requested documentation
- Maintain orderly electronic files and documentation to support financial traceability
- Assist senior staff with ad-hoc financial analyses and data calls
- Follow established internal controls and data quality standards
- Communicate status, issues, and questions clearly to supervisors and team members
Job Features
| Job Category | Finance and Accounting |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field | Foundational knowledge of accounting principles and financial concepts | Ability to follow defined processes and meet deadlines | Clear written and verbal communication skills |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | 0 to 2 years of relevant accounting, finance, or analytical experience, including internships or academic projects |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including basic formulas and data organization | Experience using Microsoft Word and Outlook in a professional or academic setting | Strong attention to detail and organizational skills |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Prior experience supporting government, public sector, or regulated environments | Exposure to financial management, accounting systems, or ERP tools | Experience assisting with audits, compliance reviews, or financial reporting | Familiarity with federal financial concepts such as budget execution or cost tracking | Progress toward CPA, CMA, or other accounting or finance credentials | Ability to work independently while knowing when to escalate questions |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance | U.S. citizenship or work authorization as required by the client contract |
Ascension LLC is seeking a Journeyman Accountant / Auditor to support mission-critical financial management, audit readiness, and compliance activities for a federal client. This role is essential to ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and transparency of financial operations that directly support program execution, regulatory compliance, and stewardship of public funds.
The ideal candidate is a mid-level accounting or auditing professional with demonstrated experience supporting federal financial environments. This individual should bring strong analytical skills, a working knowledge of federal accounting standards, and the ability to independently execute accounting and audit tasks while collaborating effectively with government stakeholders and contractor team members.
This role is well-suited for candidates who thrive in structured yet evolving environments, value accuracy and accountability, and are motivated by contributing to programs with real public impact.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Journeyman Accountant / Auditor provides hands-on support across accounting, auditing, and financial analysis functions in support of the client’s financial management objectives. The role focuses on reviewing financial records, validating transactions, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance with applicable federal laws, regulations, and policies.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, methodical, and dependable, with the ability to interpret financial data, identify discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions. They should be comfortable working with minimal supervision, managing multiple priorities, and coordinating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
This role supports activities such as audit preparation and response, internal controls review, financial reporting, reconciliations, and compliance monitoring. The candidate is expected to apply sound accounting judgment, follow established processes, and leverage standard government financial systems and tools to support accurate and timely financial operations.
Position Day-to-Day Activities
- Review accounting records, financial statements, and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance
- Analyze financial transactions to ensure proper classification and adherence to federal accounting standards
- Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation, responding to audit inquiries, and tracking findings
- Reconcile general ledger accounts and subsidiary records to identify and resolve discrepancies
- Assist with the preparation of financial reports, schedules, and summaries for government stakeholders
- Evaluate internal controls and financial processes to identify risks and improvement opportunities
- Document financial procedures, audit results, and corrective action plans as required
- Coordinate with program staff, finance teams, and auditors to support timely financial execution
- Apply applicable regulations, policies, and guidance, including GAAP and federal financial management standards
Job Features
| Job Category | Finance and Accounting |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field | Demonstrated experience supporting federal government or public-sector financial environments | Working knowledge of GAAP and federal accounting principles | Experience supporting audits, financial reviews, or compliance assessments | CPA, CIA, CFE, or other relevant professional certification, or progress toward certification |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum of 3 to 5 years of professional experience in accounting, auditing, or financial analysis |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office tools | Strong analytical, organizational, and written communication skills |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting DHS, DoD, or other civilian federal agencies | Familiarity with OMB circulars, federal internal control standards, or audit readiness activities | Experience with federal financial management systems such as Momentum, Oracle, SAP, or similar platforms | Ability to interpret and apply federal financial policies and procedures | Experience developing audit responses and tracking corrective actions |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance | U.S. citizenship may be required based on client requirements |
Ascension LLC is seeking a highly experienced Senior Accountant / Auditor to support mission-critical financial management, accounting, and audit readiness activities for a federal client. This role is essential to ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of financial data, reports, and internal controls that directly support program oversight, regulatory compliance, and executive decision-making.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned accounting or audit professional with deep knowledge of federal financial management standards, strong analytical skills, and the ability to operate independently in a complex, compliance-driven environment. This position is well-suited for individuals who thrive in structured environments, are detail-oriented by nature, and bring both technical expertise and sound professional judgment to their work.
This role plays a critical part in helping the client maintain audit readiness, address findings, and strengthen financial governance processes in alignment with federal laws, regulations, and policies.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Senior Accountant / Auditor provides expert-level accounting, auditing, and financial analysis support to ensure compliance with applicable federal financial management regulations, standards, and internal controls. The role supports financial reporting, audit preparation and response, internal control assessments, and reconciliation activities across programs and funding streams.
The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of federal accounting principles, audit methodologies, and compliance frameworks. They are expected to work with minimal supervision, manage multiple priorities, and proactively identify and resolve financial discrepancies or control weaknesses.
Key characteristics for success in this role include strong attention to detail, professional skepticism, analytical rigor, sound documentation practices, and the ability to communicate complex financial issues clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Familiarity with federal financial systems, audit tools, and structured financial processes is essential to effectively support the customer’s mission.
Position Day-to-Day Activities
- Analyze and reconcile financial transactions, accounts, and balances to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Prepare, review, and validate financial statements, schedules, and supporting documentation
- Support internal and external audits by assembling documentation, responding to auditor inquiries, and tracking corrective actions
- Evaluate internal controls and financial processes to identify risks, gaps, and improvement opportunities
- Review expenditures and obligations for compliance with federal laws, regulations, and agency policies
- Assist with audit readiness activities, including walkthroughs, control testing, and remediation planning
- Document financial processes, procedures, and control activities in accordance with federal standards
- Collaborate with program, budget, and acquisition staff to resolve financial issues and discrepancies
- Monitor audit findings, corrective action plans, and remediation timelines
- Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support leadership decision-making
Job Features
| Job Category | Finance and Accounting |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field | Demonstrated experience supporting federal financial management, audits, or compliance activities | Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment | Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, CGFM, or CFE |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in accounting, auditing, or financial management | Strong knowledge of federal accounting standards, internal controls, and audit processes | Experience preparing or reviewing financial reports, reconciliations, and audit documentation |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting federal agencies within DHS, DoD, DOE, or similar regulatory environments | Familiarity with OMB Circulars, GAO Yellow Book standards, and federal internal control frameworks | Experience with federal financial systems such as SAP, Oracle, Momentum, or similar platforms | Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing leadership | Experience supporting audit remediation and corrective action plan development |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance | U.S. citizenship required |
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Ascension LLC is seeking an experienced, mission-driven Project Manager to lead and coordinate complex government consulting efforts that support operational improvement, data-driven decision-making, and program performance outcomes. This role is critical to ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with client expectations while balancing quality, risk, and stakeholder engagement.
The ideal candidate is a structured yet adaptable leader who thrives in dynamic environments, brings strong business and technical acumen, and can translate client requirements into executable plans. This role is well-suited for a professional with experience managing cross-functional teams, working directly with government stakeholders, and supporting initiatives involving data, technology, process improvement, or program management.
This position plays a central role in advancing Ascension’s mission to deliver practical, high-impact solutions for public sector clients and is essential to the success of the overall engagement.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Project Manager serves as the primary point of coordination for assigned projects, overseeing planning, execution, monitoring, and delivery across the full project lifecycle. This role is responsible for organizing resources, managing schedules and budgets, mitigating risks, and maintaining clear communication with both client stakeholders and internal teams.
The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable operating in environments with evolving requirements. They will be expected to anticipate challenges, propose solutions, and maintain momentum across multiple workstreams. Strong organizational skills, excellent communication, and the ability to balance competing priorities are essential.
The Project Manager will leverage standard project management tools and methodologies to ensure transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement, while tailoring approaches to meet client-specific needs and constraints.
Position Responsibilities and Anticipated Activities
- Plan and manage project schedules, work plans, milestones, and deliverables aligned with contract requirements
- Coordinate cross-functional teams including analysts, technical staff, and subject matter experts
- Serve as the primary day-to-day point of contact for client stakeholders
- Track project progress, risks, issues, and dependencies and implement mitigation strategies as needed
- Facilitate status meetings, working sessions, and executive briefings
- Develop and maintain project documentation including project plans, schedules, risk logs, and status reports
- Monitor scope, schedule, and budget performance and recommend corrective actions when necessary
- Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and contractual requirements
- Support change management activities including requirement updates and scope modifications
- Collaborate with Ascension leadership to align project execution with organizational best practices
Job Features
| Job Category | Project Management |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Information Systems, Public Administration, or a related field | Demonstrated experience managing projects involving data, technology, process improvement, or program support | Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment | Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Scrum Master (CSM), or equivalent certification |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum of 5 to 7 years of project management experience, preferably supporting government clients | Proven ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Strong proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or equivalent | Advanced skills using Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365 collaboration tools |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting DHS, DOE, FEMA, or other federal civilian agencies | Familiarity with Agile or hybrid project management methodologies | Experience supporting remote or distributed teams | Strong facilitation, stakeholder engagement, and executive communication skills | Master’s degree in a related field |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance | U.S. citizenship may be required depending on client engagement |
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Ascension LLC is seeking a senior-level Business Data Analyst IV to provide advanced data analytics, dashboard development, and acquisition performance insights in support of the U.S. Coast Guard Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber and Intelligence Service Center (C5ISC). This role is ideal for a data-driven professional who thrives at the intersection of acquisition operations, vendor management, and executive decision support.
The ideal candidate brings deep experience translating complex acquisition and vendor data into actionable insights, enabling C5ISC leadership to assess acquisition health, optimize vendor portfolios, and improve performance across the acquisition lifecycle.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Business Data Analyst IV supports C5ISC acquisition strategy and business management functions by designing and maintaining dashboards, conducting trend and spend analysis, and supporting data governance and reporting initiatives. This role provides analytical rigor and visual clarity to acquisition performance metrics, vendor capability data, and portfolio-level reporting used by senior government stakeholders.
The analyst works closely with acquisition staff, CORs, and leadership to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and usability across acquisition and vendor management systems.
Day-to-Day and Expected Activities
- Design, develop, and maintain acquisition performance dashboards and executive-level reports
- Analyze vendor performance, contract spending, and acquisition trends across multiple data sources
- Maintain and update acquisition and vendor databases, ensuring data quality and integrity
- Support Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) and pricing analysis activities
- Develop standardized metrics and KPIs to support acquisition performance monitoring
- Prepare briefings, visualizations, and analytical summaries for leadership decision-making
- Support data governance practices, documentation, and reporting processes within Microsoft 365 environments
- Collaborate with acquisition and vendor management teams to translate data into actionable insights
Job Features
| Job Category | Data Analysis and Analytics |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field | Demonstrated experience developing dashboards and executive-facing analytical products |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Strong analytical, writing, and presentation skills | Experience supporting federal acquisition programs, preferably within DHS or DoD environments |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, Microsoft 365, Power BI, and Power Automate |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Familiarity with acquisition lifecycle data, vendor performance metrics, or contract portfolio reporting | Experience supporting senior leadership with data-driven decision support | Knowledge of data governance and performance measurement frameworks |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust (Tier 1) suitability | Eligibility for DHS contractor Common Access Card (CAC) issuance | U.S. citizenship required |
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Ascension LLC is seeking an experienced Project Manager III to provide senior-level, contract-wide leadership in support of the DHS USCG C5ISC Strategic Acquisition Services effort. This role is responsible for overseeing schedule, scope, quality, and performance across all acquisition strategy, acquisition business management, and continuous process improvement (CPI) task areas. The ideal candidate is a seasoned federal project management professional with demonstrated success managing complex, multi-workstream efforts in highly regulated acquisition environments.
This position plays a critical role in ensuring contractual compliance, timely delivery of high-quality deliverables, proactive risk management, and consistent performance reporting in alignment with Coast Guard and DHS acquisition policies and expectations.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Senior Project Manager provides overall management and integration oversight for all contractor activities performed under the Strategic Acquisition Services contract. This individual serves as the primary point of coordination across acquisition planning, CPI initiatives, and acquisition business management support activities. The role ensures disciplined project execution through standardized project management practices, performance metrics, quality control procedures, and risk mitigation strategies.
The Project Manager III works closely with the Government COR, Contracting Officer, Acquisition Team Lead, CPI Advisor, and other key stakeholders to maintain alignment with mission priorities and to support continuous improvement in C5ISC acquisition outcomes.
Day-to-Day / Expected Activities
- Lead contract-wide project management activities, including integrated master scheduling, task planning, and performance tracking
- Manage scope, schedule, cost, and quality across all PWS Task Areas, including Tasks 2.1 through 2.3
- Oversee quality control processes to ensure all deliverables meet contractual, regulatory, and Coast Guard standards
- Coordinate closely with the Acquisition Team Lead and CPI Advisor to ensure alignment across acquisition strategy and CPI initiatives
- Prepare and deliver monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc leadership briefings and performance reports
- Identify, assess, and manage program risks, issues, and dependencies, implementing mitigation strategies as needed
- Monitor contract performance metrics and staffing levels to ensure compliance with Service Level and Acceptable Quality Level requirements
- Serve as the primary escalation point for project issues requiring senior-level resolution
- Support government reviews, progress meetings, and audits related to contract performance
Job Features
| Job Category | Project Management |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Master’s degree in business, management, public administration, or a related field | Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent | Demonstrated experience managing federal acquisition, program management, or operational support contracts |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive project or program management experience | Prior experience supporting DHS and or U.S. Coast Guard programs |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Strong working knowledge of federal acquisition environments, including DHS and USCG governance structures |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience leading or overseeing continuous process improvement initiatives | Familiarity with Lean, Lean Six Sigma, performance management, or organizational improvement methodologies | Experience managing multidisciplinary teams across acquisition, analytics, and business process domains |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Eligibility to obtain and maintain a DHS Public Trust (Tier 1) suitability determination | Eligibility for DHS contractor Common Access Card (CAC) issuance | U.S. citizenship required |
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Ascension LLC is seeking four Acquisition Support Analysts to support acquisition planning, documentation development, performance analysis, and post-award tracking for the U.S. Coast Guard C5ISC acquisition portfolio.
These roles are essential to ensuring acquisition packages are complete, compliant, audit-ready, and aligned with Procurement Acquisition Lead Time (PALT) expectations. Ideal candidates are analytical, detail-oriented professionals with hands-on experience supporting federal acquisition activities and working within structured acquisition environments.
Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to manage multiple acquisition actions simultaneously, support Contracting Officer’s Representatives (CORs) and acquisition teams, and contribute to high-quality, defensible acquisition documentation.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Acquisition Support Analyst provides hands-on analytical and documentation support across the full federal acquisition lifecycle. This includes pre-award acquisition planning, market research, Independent Government Cost Estimate (IGCE) development, Procurement Request (PR) package preparation, milestone tracking, and post-award performance documentation.
Analysts work closely with contracting staff, CORs, and program stakeholders to ensure acquisition artifacts meet FAR, HSAR, DHS, and USCG policy requirements and are maintained in an organized, audit-ready manner.
The ideal candidate:
- Is highly organized and process-driven
- Can manage multiple acquisition actions concurrently
- Demonstrates strong analytical, writing, and documentation skills
- Is comfortable working within structured federal acquisition frameworks
- Takes ownership of deliverable quality and compliance
Primary tools include SharePoint, standardized acquisition templates, Microsoft Excel, dashboards, and reporting tools.
Day-to-Day / Expected Activities
- Prepare market research reports and supporting acquisition documentation
- Develop IGCEs using historical pricing, labor rates, and cost analysis techniques
- Draft and support development of SOWs, PWSs, Acquisition Plans (APs), QASPs, and PR package components
- Track acquisition milestones, PALT metrics, and package status
- Maintain acquisition trackers, vendor logs, and official contract files
- Support CORs with CPARS preparation, documentation tracking, and post-award file maintenance
- Conduct quality and compliance reviews of acquisition artifacts prior to submission
- Support executive-level reporting, dashboards, and performance analysis
- Assist with audits, data calls, and leadership briefings as required
Job Features
| Job Category | Acquisition & Contract Management |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree | Demonstrated experience with FAR, HSAR, and federal acquisition documentation |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum of six (6) years of experience supporting federal acquisition programs | Proven experience conducting market research and developing IGCEs |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools, including SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting DHS or federal procurement offices | Experience supporting post-award contract performance tracking and documentation | Familiarity with dashboards, workflow automation tools, or acquisition tracking systems |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust (Tier 1) suitability | Eligibility to obtain DHS contractor credentials and CAC access |
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Ascension LLC is seeking an experienced Acquisition Team Lead to provide leadership, coordination, and execution oversight in support of the U.S. Coast Guard Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, and Intelligence Service Center Strategic Acquisition Services effort.
This role is mission-critical and serves as the primary contractor point of contact responsible for managing acquisition support activities across a high-volume portfolio of C5I acquisition actions. The Acquisition Team Lead ensures acquisition actions are planned, documented, tracked, and delivered in compliance with federal acquisition regulations while meeting schedule, quality, and performance expectations.
The ideal candidate brings deep federal acquisition domain experience, strong leadership and client engagement skills, and the ability to operate confidently in a fast-paced environment supporting more than 400 acquisition actions annually. This position plays a central role in stakeholder coordination, performance management, and delivery consistency across the contract.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Acquisition Team Lead oversees day-to-day contract execution and serves as the primary interface with U.S. Coast Guard C5ISC leadership, contracting personnel, program offices, and CORs. This role ensures acquisition planning and execution activities align with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), DHS and Coast Guard acquisition policies, and C5ISC guidance.
The ideal candidate is:
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Self-driven and comfortable operating with minimal supervision
- Skilled at anticipating risks, resolving issues, and managing competing priorities
- Experienced leading acquisition teams and standardizing acquisition processes
This role supports acquisition planning, procurement request package development, Procurement Action Lead Time (PALT) tracking, vendor portfolio analysis, and continuous coordination with government stakeholders. Core tools include Microsoft 365, SharePoint Online, acquisition templates, dashboards, and workflow automation solutions.
Day-to-Day / Expected Activities
- Oversee execution of all acquisition support activities aligned to PWS Tasks 2.1 and 2.3
- Serve as the primary liaison with USCG C5ISC leadership and key stakeholders
- Lead Integrated Project Team (IPT) kickoffs, working sessions, and requirement alignment meetings
- Review and quality-check acquisition artifacts including Statements of Work (SOWs), Performance Work Statements (PWSs), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), Acquisition Plans (APs), and Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASPs)
- Monitor Procurement Action Lead Time (PALT) metrics and acquisition dashboards to support schedule discipline and reporting
- Coordinate workload assignments, priorities, and performance across acquisition analysts and support staff
- Identify risks, bottlenecks, and rework drivers and implement corrective actions and process improvements
- Prepare executive-level briefings, performance reports, and recurring status updates
- Support vendor portfolio analysis, market research activities, and strategic sourcing recommendations
- Ensure acquisition documentation is accurate, compliant, and delivered in accordance with established standards
Job Features
| Job Category | Acquisition & Contract Management, Project Management |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree | Project Management Professional (PMP) certification | At least 24 months of recent federal acquisition support experience | Demonstrated experience with FAR, HSAM, acquisition documentation, and PALT tracking |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum of eight years of federal program or acquisition management experience | FAC-C or DAWIA certification |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Proficiency with Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Teams, Excel, and PowerPoint |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | DHS, U.S. Coast Guard, or Department of Defense acquisition support experience | Experience leading acquisition teams supporting high-volume acquisition portfolios | Experience implementing standardized acquisition templates, workflows, or dashboards |Familiarity with Power BI and Microsoft Power Platform solutions |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a DHS Public Trust (Tier 1) suitability determination | Eligibility for DHS contractor Common Access Card (CAC) issuance |
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Ascension, LLC is building a bench of experienced on-call consultants for the role of Clerical Assistant – Engagement Administrative Support to support planning-related services for a long-term public-sector client in Maryland. This opportunity is ideal for professionals who prefer flexible, task-order–based work and have experience supporting government, planning, or community-focused initiatives.
Consultants engaged under this opportunity will support discrete, well-defined Task Orders as needs arise. Work may range from short-duration assignments (hours or days) to longer engagements (weeks or months), depending on the scope of each Task Order. There is no guaranteed minimum number of hours, and availability will be coordinated in advance for each assignment.
Assignments may support Community Workshops, Public Engagement, . Work may be performed remotely, virtually, or in person within Prince George’s County and Montgomery County, Maryland, as required by the Task Order.
This role is best suited for professionals who:
- Have strong independent judgment and can work with minimal supervision
- Are comfortable supporting public-sector clients and processes
- Value mission-driven work, flexibility, and professional autonomy
- Are seeking supplemental or portfolio-based consulting work, not full-time employment
Position Summary
Provides administrative and clerical support to engagement Task Orders.
Responsibilities
- Scheduling and correspondence
- Attendance tracking
- Document formatting and filing
Job Features
| Job Category | Administrative Support |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred | Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications | Strong attention to detail and organizational skills |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | 2+ years of experience providing clerical or administrative support |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines | Clear written and verbal communication skills | Ability to work independently in a remote or hybrid environment |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting government contracts or professional services teams | Familiarity with SharePoint or other document management systems | Experience supporting virtual meetings and distributed teams | Prior experience with records management or compliance-driven environments | Basic understanding of project or program support operations |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance if required by the client | Background check may be required depending on the assignment |
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Ascension, LLC is building a bench of experienced on-call consultants for the role of Technician – Engagement Logistics / Technical Support to support planning-related services for a long-term public-sector client in Maryland. This opportunity is ideal for professionals who prefer flexible, task-order–based work and have experience supporting government, planning, or community-focused initiatives.
Consultants engaged under this opportunity will support discrete, well-defined Task Orders as needs arise. Work may range from short-duration assignments (hours or days) to longer engagements (weeks or months), depending on the scope of each Task Order. There is no guaranteed minimum number of hours, and availability will be coordinated in advance for each assignment.
Assignments may support Community Workshops, Public Engagement, . Work may be performed remotely, virtually, or in person within Prince George’s County and Montgomery County, Maryland, as required by the Task Order.
This role is best suited for professionals who:
- Have strong independent judgment and can work with minimal supervision
- Are comfortable supporting public-sector clients and processes
- Value mission-driven work, flexibility, and professional autonomy
- Are seeking supplemental or portfolio-based consulting work, not full-time employment
Position Summary
Provides technical and operational support for engagement activities.
Responsibilities
- AV and virtual meeting setup
- Registration tools and platforms
- Technical troubleshooting during meetings
Job Features
| Job Category | Administrative Support, Operations Support |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred | Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word | Effective written and verbal communication skills |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a technical, administrative, or program support role | Experience supporting government or public-sector clients |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Experience supporting projects or programs with structured processes and documentation requirements | Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures | Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Familiarity with SharePoint or other document management systems | Experience with data tracking, reporting, or basic analytics | Prior experience working on federal contracts as a contractor or subcontractor | Understanding of quality control, compliance, or records management practices | Ability to work effectively in hybrid or remote environments | Demonstrated reliability and strong time-management skills |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance (Low or Moderate Risk) | U.S. citizenship or work authorization as required by the contract | Completion of background investigation and suitability determination prior to start |
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Ascension, LLC is building a bench of experienced on-call consultants for the role of Junior Professional – Engagement Support Analyst to support planning-related services for a long-term public-sector client in Maryland. This opportunity is ideal for professionals who prefer flexible, task-order–based work and have experience supporting government, planning, or community-focused initiatives.
Consultants engaged under this opportunity will support discrete, well-defined Task Orders as needs arise. Work may range from short-duration assignments (hours or days) to longer engagements (weeks or months), depending on the scope of each Task Order. There is no guaranteed minimum number of hours, and availability will be coordinated in advance for each assignment.
Assignments may support Community Workshops, Public Engagement, . Work may be performed remotely, virtually, or in person within Prince George’s County and Montgomery County, Maryland, as required by the Task Order.
This role is best suited for professionals who:
- Have strong independent judgment and can work with minimal supervision
- Are comfortable supporting public-sector clients and processes
- Value mission-driven work, flexibility, and professional autonomy
- Are seeking supplemental or portfolio-based consulting work, not full-time employment
Position Summary
Provides professional support to engagement Task Orders under supervision.
Responsibilities
- Meeting logistics and coordination
- Note-taking and documentation
- Draft summaries and engagement logs
Job Features
| Job Category | Management Consulting |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, information systems, data analytics, social sciences, or a related field | Ability to work effectively in a remote or hybrid team environment |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | 0–3 years of relevant experience, including internships, fellowships, or entry-level roles | Strong written and verbal communication skills |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook | Ability to manage assigned tasks and meet deadlines with minimal supervision | Strong attention to detail and organizational skills |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Prior experience supporting government or public-sector projects | Familiarity with SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, or similar collaboration tools | Exposure to data analysis, reporting, dashboards, or performance metrics | Experience supporting project management or operational teams | Interest in public-sector consulting, program management, or data-driven decision-making |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance, if required by the client | U.S. citizenship may be required for certain contracts |
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Ascension, LLC is building a bench of experienced on-call consultants for the role of (Senior Professional – Community Engagement Specialist) to support planning-related services for a long-term public-sector client in Maryland. This opportunity is ideal for professionals who prefer flexible, task-order–based work and have experience supporting government, planning, or community-focused initiatives.
Consultants engaged under this opportunity will support discrete, well-defined Task Orders as needs arise. Work may range from short-duration assignments (hours or days) to longer engagements (weeks or months), depending on the scope of each Task Order. There is no guaranteed minimum number of hours, and availability will be coordinated in advance for each assignment.
Assignments may support Community Workshops, Public Engagement, . Work may be performed remotely, virtually, or in person within Prince George’s County and Montgomery County, Maryland, as required by the Task Order.
This role is best suited for professionals who:
- Have strong independent judgment and can work with minimal supervision
- Are comfortable supporting public-sector clients and processes
- Value mission-driven work, flexibility, and professional autonomy
- Are seeking supplemental or portfolio-based consulting work, not full-time employment
Position Summary
Independently supports engagement Task Orders by designing materials, facilitating sessions, and synthesizing public input.
Responsibilities
- Assist facilitation of workshops and meetings
- Develop outreach materials, surveys, and presentations
- Analyze and summarize community feedback
Job Features
| Job Category | Management Consulting, Project Management |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Planning, Policy, Management, or a related field | Ability to work independently with limited supervision and manage multiple priorities | Professional certifications such as PMP, PgMP, Agile, Scrum, Lean, or similar |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum of 10 years of professional experience supporting government or public-sector programs | Demonstrated experience in program management, strategic planning, policy analysis, or management consulting |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing client-ready deliverables | Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting planning, policy, or advisory efforts for federal, state, or local government clients | Experience facilitating stakeholder engagements or executive briefings | Familiarity with government reporting, compliance, or performance measurement frameworks | Experience working as a consultant or independent contractor in a GovCon environment |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust suitability or equivalent, if required by the client | Must be eligible to work in the United States | Additional suitability or clearance requirements may apply based on task order |