Ascension LLC is seeking a detail-oriented and mission-focused Contract Specialist to support acquisition operations for the U.S. Air Force 18th Contracting Squadron (18 CONS). The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in federal acquisition lifecycle activities, including market research, solicitation preparation, source selection support, contract administration, and closeout documentation.
This role is critical to ensuring the 18th Contracting Squadron can efficiently execute procurement actions supporting the operational mission of the 18th Wing in the Indo-Pacific theater. The Contract Specialist will work closely with the Contractor Program Manager and Government contracting personnel to support contracting operations while ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Department of Defense regulations, and Air Force acquisition policies.
The ideal candidate will be someone who:
- Thrives in a fast-paced federal acquisition environment
- Possesses strong analytical and organizational skills
- Demonstrates the ability to manage multiple contracting actions simultaneously
- Communicates effectively with contracting officers, program stakeholders, and vendors
- Maintains a high level of attention to detail when preparing acquisition documentation
This position is well suited for acquisition professionals who want to contribute to mission-critical defense contracting activities while working in a collaborative and agile team environment.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Contract Specialist will support the full acquisition lifecycle for procurement actions executed by the 18th Contracting Squadron. The role involves assisting Government Contracting Officers in developing acquisition strategies, preparing solicitations, supporting proposal evaluations, administering contracts, and preparing closeout documentation.
The selected professional will apply knowledge of federal procurement regulations and contracting procedures to assist in managing contracting activities for supplies, services, and construction acquisitions. The role requires the ability to independently analyze procurement documentation, coordinate with acquisition stakeholders, and ensure contracting actions are executed in accordance with regulatory and policy requirements.
The ideal candidate should demonstrate the ability to:
- Interpret acquisition policies and FAR guidance
- Prepare clear and compliant acquisition documentation
- Evaluate proposals and quotations against established criteria
- Track contract performance and administrative requirements
- Support the timely execution of contract modifications and closeouts
Contract Specialists will work in a remote environment while supporting a government acquisition team operating on Japan Standard Time coordination, and must be able to effectively communicate and collaborate in a distributed work setting.
Day-to-Day Activities
The Contract Specialist will perform activities supporting the acquisition lifecycle. These activities may include but are not limited to:
- Conduct market research to support acquisition planning and procurement strategies
- Prepare acquisition documentation, including acquisition plans, IGCE inputs, and procurement request packages
- Draft and issue solicitations including RFQs, RFPs, and IFBs
- Support the development of source selection plans and evaluation criteria
- Assist in proposal and quotation evaluations against solicitation requirements
- Conduct cost and price analysis in support of acquisition decisions
- Prepare contract award documentation and supporting acquisition files
- Process and document contract modifications and administrative actions
- Review contractor deliverables and performance documentation
- Monitor contract performance and support the resolution of contractual issues
- Assist with invoice review and payment documentation
- Prepare and organize contract closeout documentation
- Maintain accurate contract files and documentation in accordance with FAR and Air Force policies
- Coordinate with the Program Manager and Government COR regarding workload priorities
- Participate in acquisition planning meetings and contract status discussions
Job Features
| Job Category | Federal Contracting |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum 4 years of federal contracting experience |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Strong understanding of: Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) | Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) | Air Force acquisition procedures | Federal procurement lifecycle processes |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting Department of Defense or Air Force acquisition organizations, Experience supporting OPM 1102 contracting functions Familiarity with contract writing systems or procurement platforms Professional certification such as: FAC-C, DAWIA Contracting Certification, NCMA CFCM or CPCM, PMP or similar program management certification, Experience supporting source selections and evaluation boards, Ability to support multiple contracting actions concurrently while meeting deadlines |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust or favorable background investigation, U.S. Citizenship required |
Ascension LLC is seeking an experienced Senior Contract Specialist to support the United States Air Force 18th Contracting Squadron (18 CONS) by performing acquisition lifecycle support services that enable mission-critical procurement activities.
This role is critical to helping the Government manage an increasing contracting workload by providing expert support across the pre-award and post-award phases of federal acquisitions, including market research, solicitation development, proposal evaluation support, price/cost analysis, contract administration, and contract closeout.
The ideal candidate will be a mid-to-senior level federal acquisition professional with experience comparable to a GS-12 Contract Specialist (OPM 1102 series) who understands the complexities of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Department of Defense acquisition policies, and Air Force contracting procedures.
Successful candidates will be detail-oriented professionals who thrive in mission-driven environments and possess the ability to independently manage multiple acquisition packages while supporting Contracting Officers and Government stakeholders.
This position is well suited for acquisition professionals who want to apply their contracting expertise to support mission operations within the U.S. Air Force acquisition environment.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Senior Contract Specialist provides expert-level acquisition support services that enable the 18th Contracting Squadron to procure supplies, services, and construction requirements necessary to support the mission of the 18th Wing.
The contractor will support the Government by performing functions throughout the acquisition lifecycle while ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations, Air Force policy, and agency procedures. Contractor personnel will support but not perform inherently governmental functions, such as obligating funds or executing contractual documents.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, sound acquisition judgment, and the ability to navigate complex contracting requirements while maintaining regulatory compliance.
The individual must be capable of working in a remote, distributed team environment, communicating effectively with contracting officers, program managers, technical evaluators, and other acquisition stakeholders.
The Senior Contract Specialist will use a variety of federal acquisition tools, contract writing systems, and data repositories commonly used in DoD contracting environments. This includes acquisition planning documentation, market research tools, contract writing systems, and evaluation support tools necessary to complete procurement actions efficiently and accurately.
Position Day-to-Day Activities
The Senior Contract Specialist will perform acquisition lifecycle support tasks that may include:
- Conduct market research to identify potential vendors, contract vehicles, and procurement strategies.
- Develop acquisition plans, procurement strategies, and supporting acquisition documentation.
- Draft and prepare solicitation packages including RFQs, RFPs, and IFBs.
- Develop evaluation criteria and support the creation of source selection plans.
- Coordinate with program managers and technical stakeholders to refine requirements documentation.
- Support proposal and quotation evaluations in accordance with FAR and source selection procedures.
- Perform cost and price analysis for proposed contracts and modifications.
- Prepare contract award documentation and contract files for Government review.
- Support the administration of contracts to ensure compliance with terms and conditions.
- Monitor contractor performance, deliverables, and milestones.
- Draft and process contract modifications as required.
- Review and process contractor invoices for accuracy and payment approval workflows.
- Assist the Government with the resolution of claims, disputes, and contract performance issues.
- Prepare contract closeout documentation and ensure proper file documentation.
- Maintain acquisition documentation and contract files in accordance with FAR requirements.
- Provide advisory support to Contracting Officers and Contracting Officer Representatives.
- Participate in meetings, acquisition reviews, and contracting strategy discussions.
Job Features
| Job Category | Acquisition & Contract Management |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Acquisition Management, Public Administration, Finance, or a related discipline. |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum 6 years of federal contracting experience supporting acquisition lifecycle activities. | Experience equivalent to a GS-12 Contract Specialist (OPM 1102 series) level. |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Strong knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and applicable supplements (DFARS, AFFARS). | Experience supporting pre-award and post-award federal procurement activities. | Experience developing solicitations (RFQ, RFP, IFB) and acquisition documentation. | Experience supporting source selection processes and proposal evaluations. | Experience conducting cost and price analysis. | Experience supporting contract administration activities including modifications and closeouts. |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or Acquisition Management. | DAWIA Contracting Certification or FAC-C certification (Level II or III). | Experience supporting DoD or Air Force contracting organizations. | Experience with DoD contract writing systems or acquisition tools. | Experience supporting construction, services, or complex procurement actions. | Knowledge of Air Force acquisition policies and procedures. | Experience supporting large contracting offices or high acquisition workloads. |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Pass a Federal background investigation. | Obtain and maintain DoD Public Trust or Secret clearance, if required by the Government. | Maintain eligibility to support Department of Defense contracting operations. |
Ascension LLC is seeking an experienced Program Manager with federal acquisition expertise to lead and oversee contractor support services for the United States Air Force 18th Contracting Squadron (18 CONS).
The Program Manager serves as the primary contractor interface with the Government Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and is responsible for managing contractor personnel supporting the acquisition lifecycle. The individual selected for this role will ensure that contract support services are delivered in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Air Force acquisition guidance, and organizational policies.
This role is critical to the success of the engagement because the 18 CONS relies on contractor support personnel to assist with a wide range of acquisition activities supporting the mission of the 18th Wing at Kadena Air Base. These activities include market research, acquisition planning, solicitation development, evaluation support, contract administration, and contract closeout.
The ideal candidate will bring:
- Deep understanding of the federal acquisition lifecycle
- Experience managing contract specialists and acquisition teams
- Ability to work effectively with Government stakeholders
- Strong organizational leadership to ensure timely and compliant delivery of acquisition documentation and support services.
Candidates should be mission-driven professionals who are detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of managing complex workloads in a distributed, remote work environment.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Program Manager provides overall leadership and management for Ascension’s acquisition support services contract supporting the 18th Contracting Squadron. The Program Manager ensures that contractor personnel provide high-quality acquisition support aligned with Air Force contracting policies and procedures.
This individual manages staffing, workload distribution, quality assurance, and performance monitoring across all contractor personnel assigned to the contract. The Program Manager works closely with the Government COR and CO to coordinate work assignments, resolve performance issues, and ensure contract deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule.
The role requires an individual who is:
- Highly organized and results-oriented
- Comfortable working in dynamic acquisition environments
- Skilled at anticipating issues and proactively resolving problems
- Able to translate contracting requirements into clear work assignments and deliverables
- Effective at managing remote teams supporting mission-critical government operations.
The Program Manager must demonstrate strong knowledge of the federal acquisition lifecycle, including pre-award and post-award contracting processes, as well as experience ensuring contractor work complies with applicable acquisition regulations and policies.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
The Program Manager performs a wide range of management and oversight functions to ensure effective delivery of acquisition support services.
Responsibilities include:
- Serve as the primary point of contact between Ascension and the Government Contracting Officer and COR.
- Receive and review work assignments from Government contracting officials and coordinate task execution.
- Assign acquisition tasks to contractor personnel based on expertise, workload, and priority.
- Monitor contractor performance to ensure deliverables are completed accurately and within required timelines.
- Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, Air Force policies, and applicable contracting guidance.
- Oversee development of acquisition documentation, including:
- Market research reports
- Acquisition plans
- Solicitation documents (RFQ, RFP, IFB)
- Source selection documentation
- Contract award documentation
- Contract modification packages
- Contract closeout documentation.
- Coordinate and participate in meetings with Government contracting staff to review workload, acquisition planning efforts, and contract status.
- Provide status reporting on contractor activities, deliverables, and performance metrics.
- Identify risks or delivery issues affecting contracting activities and develop mitigation strategies.
- Review contractor work products for quality, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
- Support proposal evaluation and cost/price analysis activities when requested by Government contracting officials.
- Monitor contractor personnel workload distribution and ensure adequate staffing levels.
- Maintain effective communication across contractor and Government teams to support mission execution.
Job Features
| Job Category | Project Management |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum 8 years of federal acquisition or program management experience, Demonstrated experience supporting federal contracting activities comparable to OPM 1102 series GS-12 level work, Experience managing teams supporting acquisition lifecycle activities. |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Strong understanding of: Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) | Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) | Air Force acquisition policies and procedures. | Experience supporting acquisition tasks such as: Market research, Solicitation development, Proposal evaluation, Contract administration, Contract closeout. |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Acquisition Management, or related field. | Prior experience supporting Department of Defense or Air Force contracting offices. | Experience managing remote acquisition support teams. | Familiarity with Air Force contracting systems and tools. | Experience supporting source selections and acquisition planning efforts for complex procurements. Professional certifications such as: PMP, FAC-C Level II or III, DAWIA Contracting Certification. |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Pass a federal background investigation. | Obtain and maintain a favorable suitability determination required for supporting Department of Defense programs. | Comply with all applicable Government security and information protection requirements. |
The Accessibility Workflow & Content Intake Coordinator supports the execution of accessibility remediation services by managing the end-to-end document intake and workflow pipeline. This role ensures that incoming documents are properly logged, triaged, assigned, tracked, and processed through remediation and validation stages in alignment with Section 508 compliance requirements.
The ideal candidate is a highly organized, detail-oriented coordinator who thrives in structured environments but is also capable of adapting to evolving priorities. This individual must demonstrate the ability to manage multiple concurrent workflows, anticipate bottlenecks, and maintain clear visibility into document status across distributed teams.
This role solves key operational challenges by ensuring that:
- Document intake processes are standardized and efficient
- Workloads are balanced across remediation staff
- Status tracking is accurate and transparent
- Program leadership has real-time visibility into remediation progress
The candidate should be self-driven, capable of working with minimal supervision, and skilled in coordinating across technical and non-technical stakeholders. Familiarity with workflow tracking tools, document management systems, and process automation approaches is essential to support scalable remediation operations.
Position Day-to-Day Activities
- Manage and maintain the document intake pipeline for accessibility remediation requests
- Log, categorize, and prioritize incoming documents based on urgency and complexity
- Assign remediation tasks to appropriate team members based on workload and expertise
- Track document status across intake, remediation, validation, and completion stages
- Maintain detailed remediation logs, trackers, and dashboards
- Coordinate communication between remediation specialists, validation analysts, and program leadership
- Monitor workflow timelines and escalate delays or bottlenecks
- Support implementation of workflow automation tools and process improvements
- Generate and deliver status reports on remediation progress and backlog
- Ensure data accuracy and consistency across tracking systems
- Support audit readiness by maintaining organized documentation and records
Job Features
| Job Category | Project Management |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Management, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience) |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | 3–5 years of experience in workflow coordination, project coordination, or document management | Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams and competing priorities | Experience using Microsoft 365 tools (Excel, SharePoint, Teams) for tracking and collaboration | Ability to work independently in a structured, deadline-driven environment |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting federal government programs or contracts | Familiarity with Section 508 accessibility remediation workflows | Experience with workflow management tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Jira, SharePoint workflows, Power Platform) | Experience supporting document-intensive operations or compliance programs | Exposure to accessibility tools or processes (e.g., CommonLook, Adobe Acrobat accessibility features) | Experience working in distributed or remote team environments |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust or equivalent federal suitability determination | Must comply with federal data protection and CUI handling requirements |
Ascension LLC is seeking an experienced Accessibility Validation & Compliance Analyst to support accessibility compliance verification activities for digital content and documents produced for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). The individual in this role will ensure that remediated digital content meets federal accessibility standards, including Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 AA compliance requirements.
This role is critical to ensuring the accuracy, quality, and compliance of accessibility remediation deliverables before submission to the government. The Accessibility Validation & Compliance Analyst serves as the independent validation authority responsible for testing remediated documents using assistive technologies and accessibility validation tools.
The ideal candidate is a highly detail-oriented accessibility professional with strong analytical skills and demonstrated experience validating accessible documents using industry-standard tools such as CommonLook, PAC, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and JAWS screen reader software. The candidate must be capable of identifying accessibility compliance defects, documenting findings, and working collaboratively with remediation specialists to resolve accessibility issues.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Accessibility Validation & Compliance Analyst performs accessibility validation testing and quality assurance reviews on remediated digital documents to ensure compliance with Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards. The analyst verifies that document structure, tagging, reading order, alternative text, and assistive technology compatibility meet accessibility requirements.
The candidate should be a methodical and quality-focused professional capable of executing structured validation processes and producing formal accessibility compliance verification reports.
The ideal candidate demonstrates the following characteristics:
- Strong attention to detail when evaluating accessibility compliance issues
- Ability to work independently in remote environments
- Strong documentation and reporting skills
- Familiarity with federal accessibility compliance standards
- Ability to anticipate accessibility defects and guide remediation improvements
This role supports the customer's need to ensure accessibility compliance readiness, reduce regulatory risk, and support digital inclusion initiatives across the organization.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Validate remediated documents using CommonLook, PAC, and Adobe Acrobat accessibility validation tools
- Conduct screen reader testing using JAWS to verify document accessibility and usability
- Perform accessibility compliance reviews against WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 standards
- Generate accessibility verification and compliance reports documenting validation results
- Identify accessibility defects and communicate remediation requirements
- Conduct quality assurance reviews prior to final deliverable submission
- Verify document tagging structure, reading order, headings, and table accessibility
- Validate alternative text descriptions for images and visual elements
- Support accessibility audit readiness and compliance documentation
- Coordinate with remediation specialists to resolve accessibility defects
- Maintain documentation logs and validation tracking records
Job Features
| Job Category | Quality Assurance |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Communications, Digital Accessibility, Human Factors, or related field (or equivalent experience) |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | 5+ years of professional experience in digital accessibility validation or accessibility compliance testing | Demonstrated knowledge of Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards | Strong written communication skills for producing accessibility compliance reports | Ability to work independently and manage multiple document validation assignments |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Experience validating documents in the following formats: Microsoft, Word, PDF, PowerPoint, Excel | Experience using accessibility validation tools including: CommonLook, PAC, Adobe Acrobat Pro | Experience performing assistive technology testing using JAWS screen reader |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | IAAP certification such as: CPACC (Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies) | WAS (Web Accessibility Specialist) | CPWA (Certified Professional in Web Accessibility) | Experience supporting federal accessibility compliance programs | Experience conducting accessibility audits for government websites or digital documents | Familiarity with additional accessibility testing tools (e.g., Axe, WAVE) | Experience supporting high-volume accessibility remediation programs | Experience working in distributed or remote consulting teams |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust or federal suitability determination | Must comply with federal Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) handling requirements when applicable. |
The Senior Accessibility Remediation Specialist provides document remediation services in support of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Civil Works Directorate at Headquarters USACE (HQ USACE), ensuring that digital content complies with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act and WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards.
This role directly supports the Civil Works Directorate’s mission by ensuring that critical documentation used for water resources development, infrastructure programs, and public communications is accessible to all users, including individuals who rely on assistive technologies.
The Senior Accessibility Remediation Specialist is responsible for remediating a wide range of digital documents, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe PDF files, ensuring proper tagging structures, reading order, semantic formatting, and accessibility compliance. The role also involves correcting OCR errors, repairing complex tables, and ensuring that all visual elements are properly described using alternative text.
The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented and highly technical accessibility professional who is capable of supporting high-volume remediation efforts while maintaining strict quality and compliance standards. This individual must be self-driven, able to work independently in a remote environment, and capable of managing multiple remediation tasks simultaneously.
The candidate should be comfortable working in a structured remediation workflow environment and using industry-standard tools such as Adobe Acrobat Pro, CommonLook, PAC (PDF Accessibility Checker), and Microsoft Office accessibility tools to execute remediation tasks efficiently.
Day-to-Day Activities
- Remediate Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and PDF documents to ensure accessibility compliance
- Apply semantic tagging structures to establish proper document hierarchy
- Correct reading order and logical navigation for assistive technology users
- Add alternative text to images, charts, and graphical elements
- Repair and restructure complex tables to ensure accessibility compliance
- Perform OCR corrections on scanned or image-based documents
- Ensure proper use of headings, lists, and document structure elements
- Conduct accessibility checks using remediation tools and validation software
- Support document intake reviews and assess remediation complexity
- Track remediation progress and maintain documentation logs
- Collaborate with validation analysts to address identified compliance issues
- Execute remediation workflows to support high-volume document processing
Job Features
| Job Category | Quality Assurance, Technology & Digital Solutions |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Digital Communications, Human Factors, or related field, or equivalent experience |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | 5+ years of experience in accessibility remediation of digital documents | Strong knowledge of Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 AA standards | Hands-on experience with: Adobe Acrobat Pro, CommonLook PDF, PAC (PDF Accessibility Checker) |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Demonstrated experience remediating: Microsoft Word documents, Microsoft Excel files, Microsoft PowerPoint presentations, Adobe PDF documents Ability to identify and correct accessibility issues in complex documents | Strong attention to detail and quality assurance discipline | Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | IAAP Certification (CPACC, WAS, or CPWA) | Experience supporting federal accessibility or Section 508 compliance programs | Experience using assistive technologies such as JAWS or NVDA screen readers | Familiarity with automated accessibility testing tools | Experience supporting high-volume remediation environments | Familiarity with Microsoft 365 collaboration tools (SharePoint, Teams) | Strong documentation and reporting skills |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust suitability | Must comply with federal cybersecurity and data handling requirements |
Ascension LLC is seeking a Program Manager / Accessibility Consulting Lead to oversee enterprise accessibility consulting services supporting the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). This individual will serve as the senior contractor authority responsible for accessibility strategy, compliance oversight, and program governance across the engagement.
The ideal candidate is a senior accessibility strategist and program leader with extensive experience implementing accessibility compliance programs within federal or enterprise environments. This role will ensure the client’s digital content, communications, and systems comply with Section 508 and WCAG accessibility standards, while supporting the agency’s broader mission of delivering accessible digital services to internal stakeholders and the public.
This position is critical to the success of the engagement, as the individual will guide accessibility program strategy, lead cross-functional coordination efforts, and provide executive advisory support to government leadership.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Program Manager / Accessibility Consulting Lead provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for accessibility consulting and remediation initiatives. The role involves conducting accessibility maturity assessments, advising leadership on accessibility governance frameworks, coordinating remediation initiatives, and ensuring that accessibility standards are embedded into enterprise workflows.
The ideal candidate should be:
- A strategic thinker capable of translating accessibility standards into actionable policies and operational processes
- A detail-oriented leader who can manage multiple priorities and deliverables simultaneously
- A collaborative stakeholder manager who can coordinate government leadership, technical teams, and remediation specialists
- A problem-solver capable of identifying accessibility risks and developing practical remediation strategies
The candidate should be comfortable operating in complex federal environments and possess strong communication skills to support executive briefings, training sessions, and strategic planning activities.
Position Day-to-Day Activities
The Program Manager / Accessibility Consulting Lead will:
- Lead program execution and oversee contract performance across all accessibility task areas
- Conduct enterprise accessibility maturity assessments and identify compliance gaps
- Develop accessibility governance frameworks aligned with Section 508 and WCAG requirements
- Provide written remediation recommendations and strategic advisory support to government leadership
- Coordinate cross-functional teams supporting accessibility remediation and validation efforts
- Deliver executive briefings and performance reports summarizing accessibility progress and compliance risks
- Oversee accessibility training initiatives and awareness programs
- Develop accessibility policies, workflows, and best practices to support enterprise implementation
- Track program performance metrics and support compliance reporting
- Ensure deliverables meet federal accessibility standards and quality requirements
Minimum / Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Human-Centered Design, Communications, Public Administration, or a related field
- 10+ years of professional experience in program management, accessibility consulting, or digital compliance initiatives
- 5+ years of experience implementing Section 508 or WCAG accessibility programs
- Demonstrated experience conducting accessibility maturity assessments or accessibility program evaluations
- Experience supporting federal government programs or large enterprise organizations
- Strong written communication skills for preparing executive reports and strategic recommendations
- Demonstrated ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams and complex consulting engagements
Desired Skills / Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Information Systems, Public Administration, or related discipline
- IAAP accessibility certifications such as:
- CPACC – Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies
- CPWA – Certified Professional in Web Accessibility
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
- Experience supporting DoD, USACE, or other federal agencies
- Familiarity with accessibility testing and compliance tools such as:
- CommonLook
- Axe
- WAVE
- PAC
- Experience designing accessibility governance frameworks and compliance reporting processes
Suitability / Security Requirements
- Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust or equivalent federal suitability determination
- Must comply with federal cybersecurity and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) handling requirements
Job Features
| Job Category | Data Analysis and Analytics, Technology & Digital Solutions |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | 6 to 8 years of experience in data science, machine learning, or fraud analytics Demonstrated experience developing and deploying predictive models in production environments| Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or SQL | Strong problem-solving and analytical skills |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Experience with machine learning frameworks and tools (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch) | Strong understanding of model lifecycle management, validation, and performance monitoring | Experience working with large, complex datasets and data integration techniques Knowledge of fraud detection methodologies and analytical techniques | Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting IRS or other federal financial or fraud-related programs| Familiarity with identity theft and tax fraud schemes | Experience with cloud-based analytics platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) | Knowledge of model governance, explainability, and compliance frameworks | Experience with real-time or near real-time analytics and decisioning systems | Familiarity with big data technologies such as Spark or Hadoop | Experience supporting Agile development environments Professional certifications such as: Certified Data Scientist (CDS), AWS Certified Machine Learning Specialty, Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Scientist Associate |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain IRS Public Trust (MBI) clearance | U.S. Citizenship required | Must pass background investigation and fingerprinting | Compliance with all IRS data security and privacy requirements |
Ascension LLC is seeking a detail-oriented Accessibility Validation & Reporting Specialist to support federal accessibility compliance initiatives focused on Section 508 and WCAG conformance validation. This role plays a critical quality assurance function in ensuring that remediated documents, digital assets, and web content meet accessibility standards required by federal regulations and withstand independent audits or legal scrutiny.
The ideal candidate will possess strong experience using assistive technologies such as JAWS and accessibility validation tools like CommonLook, and will have a demonstrated ability to independently verify accessibility compliance and generate defensible reporting documentation.
This role is essential to the success of the overall accessibility remediation effort because it provides the final validation checkpoint before content is delivered back to the client. The specialist ensures that remediated materials are fully accessible to users with disabilities and compliant with federal accessibility mandates.
Successful candidates will bring strong analytical thinking, careful attention to detail, and the ability to work in a structured validation workflow that requires documentation integrity, version tracking, and clear reporting.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Accessibility Validation & Reporting Specialist is responsible for validating accessibility remediation work products and generating compliance verification documentation to support Section 508 and WCAG conformance.
This role supports federal accessibility initiatives by ensuring that remediated digital assets such as PDF documents, Microsoft Office files, and other digital materials are fully compliant with accessibility standards and properly validated using both automated accessibility tools and assistive technology testing.
The position requires a candidate who is organized, methodical, and capable of documenting validation results clearly and defensibly. The specialist will help maintain audit-ready documentation, ensuring that validation artifacts and testing results can withstand scrutiny from compliance auditors, including those associated with DOJ accessibility enforcement.
The candidate should be comfortable operating in an environment that requires structured workflows including version control tracking, intake documentation, validation testing, and return reporting.
This role may operate as a standalone validation function or may be combined with the Senior Accessibility Remediation Specialist role depending on project workload.
The candidate will routinely use tools such as:
• JAWS Screen Reader
• CommonLook PDF Validator
• Adobe Acrobat Pro Accessibility Tools
• Microsoft Office Accessibility Checker
• WCAG evaluation tools and checklists
• Document version tracking systems
Day-to-Day Activities
• Perform accessibility validation testing using assistive technologies including JAWS screen reader
• Conduct document validation using CommonLook and Adobe Acrobat accessibility tools
• Verify WCAG and Section 508 compliance of remediated digital documents and files
• Document validation findings and generate compliance verification reports
• Prepare accessibility verification documentation that supports DOJ audit defensibility
• Maintain detailed version control tracking for validated documents
• Track document intake and validation return status across remediation workflows
• Coordinate with accessibility remediation specialists to resolve validation findings
• Provide guidance on accessibility compliance issues identified during validation testing
• Ensure documentation packages are complete and audit ready prior to submission to the client
• Support quality assurance processes for accessibility remediation deliverables
• Maintain organized records of validation artifacts and compliance documentation
Job Features
| Job Category | Technology & Digital Solutions |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Accessibility Studies, Human Computer Interaction, Digital Media, or a related discipline. Equivalent experience may be substituted. | Strong documentation and reporting skills | Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow structured quality assurance workflows | Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a remote work environment |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | 3+ years of experience supporting accessibility testing or accessibility compliance validation | Demonstrated experience testing digital content for Section 508 and WCAG compliance |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Hands-on experience using assistive technologies, including: JAWS screen reader, Screen reader testing workflows | Experience using accessibility validation tools such as: CommonLook, Adobe Acrobat Accessibility Checker, Microsoft Office Accessibility Checker | Experience validating accessible PDF and Office documents | Familiarity with WCAG 2.0 or WCAG 2.1 guidelines |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC) | Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS) certification | Experience supporting federal accessibility compliance programs | Familiarity with DOJ accessibility enforcement and audit preparation | Experience validating accessibility for: Large document repositories, High-volume remediation projects, Government web platforms | Familiarity with additional accessibility testing tools such as: WAVE, Axe, NVDA screen reader | Experience supporting accessibility remediation lifecycle workflows | Familiarity with accessibility issue tracking systems or project management platforms | Strong communication skills when documenting accessibility findings and recommended fixes |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to pass a Federal Background Investigation (Public Trust or equivalent suitability review) if required by the client | Must be legally authorized to work in the United States |
Ascension LLC is seeking an experienced Program Manager / Accessibility Lead to serve as the single accountable technical authority responsible for overseeing accessibility compliance, accessibility assessments, remediation guidance, and training support for a government client. This role combines contract management, strategic advisory services, accessibility testing leadership, and quality assurance oversight to ensure digital content and documentation meet federal accessibility standards.
The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in WCAG 2.1 AA remediation, document accessibility, and accessibility testing frameworks, along with the ability to guide teams and stakeholders in implementing sustainable accessibility practices across organizational workflows.
This position is critical to the overall success of the engagement because the Program Manager / Accessibility Lead will serve as the primary customer interface, ensuring accessibility assessments, compliance reviews, training, and remediation guidance are delivered effectively and aligned with Section 508, WCAG 2.1 AA, PDF/UA, and ADA standards.
The selected professional will operate at both strategic and operational levels, advising leadership on accessibility best practices while also directing the technical assessment and remediation process for digital content.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Program Manager / Accessibility Lead provides leadership, coordination, and technical oversight for accessibility compliance activities supporting federal accessibility requirements.
This individual will oversee accessibility assessments, lead the development of written findings and remediation recommendations, coordinate accessibility testing processes, and provide guidance on improving accessibility within business workflows and document production practices.
The successful candidate will be a detail-oriented and strategic professional capable of managing multiple priorities while serving as the client’s trusted advisor on accessibility compliance. The role requires strong communication skills, the ability to translate technical accessibility standards into actionable recommendations, and the ability to collaborate effectively with program stakeholders, content creators, and technical teams.
The candidate must be self-driven and highly organized, able to operate effectively in an environment where priorities may evolve as accessibility assessments and remediation needs are identified. This role requires someone who can anticipate compliance risks, develop practical solutions, and guide stakeholders through implementation.
The Program Manager / Accessibility Lead will utilize accessibility tools and methodologies including CommonLook, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Microsoft Word accessibility tools, WCAG testing methodologies, and DOJ audit validation frameworks to evaluate content and ensure compliance with accessibility standards.
Position Day-to-Day Activities
The Program Manager / Accessibility Lead will perform the following activities in support of the client:
- Lead accessibility assessment efforts for digital documents, websites, and electronic communications to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 standards.
- Serve as the primary contract and customer interface responsible for coordinating project activities, reporting status, and managing deliverables.
- Conduct accessibility testing and validation using industry-standard tools such as CommonLook, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and Microsoft Office accessibility checkers.
- Develop detailed accessibility assessment reports outlining findings, remediation recommendations, and compliance gaps.
- Provide strategic advisory support on accessibility best practices, accessibility governance, and compliance strategies.
- Evaluate internal workflows and document production processes to identify opportunities to improve accessibility compliance.
- Oversee quality assurance processes to ensure accessibility testing results and remediation guidance meet federal compliance expectations.
- Deliver accessibility training sessions for staff responsible for developing and maintaining digital content.
- Collaborate with program stakeholders, technical teams, and content creators to implement accessibility remediation strategies.
- Ensure adherence to accessibility compliance standards including WCAG, Section 508, PDF/UA, and ADA guidelines.
- Monitor service level agreements (SLAs) and project timelines to ensure timely delivery of accessibility assessments and reports.
- Provide ongoing support and recommendations to strengthen accessibility maturity within the organization.
Job Features
| Job Category | Agile Development, Technology & Digital Solutions |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accessibility Studies, Digital Communications, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience) | Strong organizational, planning, and communication skills | Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic project environment. |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum 3 years of direct experience performing WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility remediation and accessibility testing | Demonstrated expertise in document accessibility evaluation and remediation. | Experience validating accessibility compliance against Department of Justice (DOJ) accessibility audit standards | Experience leading accessibility assessments and producing written accessibility findings reports | Demonstrated ability to communicate technical accessibility concepts to non-technical stakeholders. |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Hands-on experience using accessibility tools including CommonLook, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Microsoft Word accessibility tools | Strong understanding of accessibility standards and frameworks including: WCAG 2.1 AA, Section 508, PDF/UA, ADA accessibility requirements |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | IAAP certifications such as: Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC), Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS) | Experience supporting accessibility compliance initiatives within federal government environments. | Experience supporting accessibility compliance within large enterprise content management systems. | Familiarity with automated accessibility testing tools such as: Axe, WAVE,Siteimprove Experience developing accessibility governance frameworks or accessibility maturity models. | Experience delivering accessibility training to large organizations. | Knowledge of Agile project delivery environments. |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust or Agency Suitability clearance if required by the client. | Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. |
Ascension LLC is a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB/EDWOSB) and SBA-certified Small Disadvantaged Business providing strategic advisory, program management, data analytics, and acquisition lifecycle support to federal agencies including DHS, DOE, FEMA, and DOJ. We are ISO 9001:2015 certified and operate under GSA MAS Contract #47QRAA22D001E.
We are seeking five (5) Personnel Security Specialists to support the United States Coast Guard (USCG), Office of Security Policy and Management (SPM), at USCG Headquarters in Washington, DC.
Position Overview
The Personnel Security Specialist provides adjudicative and personnel security support services in accordance with USCG security policy and federal suitability standards.
This role supports the review and adjudication of background investigations (Tier 1–5), application of 5 CFR 731 suitability criteria, preparation of written adjudicative recommendations, and contribution to policy development and security program improvements.
Key Responsibilities
Adjudication & Suitability Review
- Conduct pre-screening and review of background investigations (Tiers 1–5)
- Review SF-85, SF-85P, SF-86, OF-306, fingerprint results, and FBI Criminal History
- Analyze applicant correspondence, court dispositions, and credit reports
- Apply 5 CFR 731 suitability criteria
- Identify and evaluate adverse information impacting conduct and character
- Package adjudicative cases requiring management eligibility determinations
- Prepare comprehensive written reports recommending granting, denying, or revoking suitability eligibility.
Automated Systems & Tools
- Utilize e-QIP for investigative processing
- Use DCSA/OPM CVS and PIPS to validate investigation needs and reciprocity
- Apply experience with DHS Integrated Security Management System (ISMS) or similar systems (desirable)
- Develop written products using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Policy & Program Support
- Analyze new and existing DHS, DoD, and Executive Order guidance impacting personnel security.
- Contribute to development and updates of security policies, instructions, and memoranda
- Support development of PERSEC materials including briefing slides and process guides
- Participate in compliance reviews and staff assistance visits as needed
Reporting & Communication
- Provide monthly status reports to the COR.
- Respond to communications within 48 hours in accordance with performance standards.
- Coordinate with HR, security offices, and stakeholders professionally
- Maintain case tracking logs and documentation
Job Features
| Job Category | Legal and Compliance, Security & Law Enforcement Support |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | U.S. Citizenship required | Bachelor’s degree in a security-related discipline OR minimum five (5) years of qualifying adjudication experience |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Completion of OPM Essentials of Suitability Adjudication Program and/or Basic Adjudication training | Recent (within the last two years) experience reviewing Tier 1–5 investigations |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Experience applying 5 CFR 731 suitability criteria | Experience using e-QIP and DCSA CVS/PIPS | Demonstrated adjudicative case writing capability | Strong analytical and critical thinking skills | Intermediate or higher proficiency in Microsoft Office |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | DHS or DoD personnel security experience | Experience with ISMS | Supervisory review experience of adjudication packages | Experience drafting security policy memoranda | Experience supporting inspections or compliance reviews. |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Contractor must maintain Facility Clearance (Secret minimum) | Personnel must maintain Secret eligibility for the duration of the contract | Must be eligible for CAC issuance through MP ICAM sponsorship | May be required to open/close classified workspaces after training | Must complete DHS Form 11000-6 Non-Disclosure Agreement |
Ascension LLC is seeking a highly experienced Senior Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Transfusion Medicine to serve as a strategic clinical advisor supporting the Defense Health Agency (DHA), Armed Services Blood Program Division (ASBPD).
This role is critical to ensuring the clinical integrity, global readiness, and operational effectiveness of the military blood supply chain, directly supporting mission readiness for service members worldwide.
The ideal candidate is a senior-level clinical expert who can translate complex transfusion medicine data into actionable insights, policy recommendations, and executive-level guidance. This is not a bench/lab role, but a high-visibility advisory position supporting global program oversight, comparability assessments, and performance analytics.
Position Summary
The Senior Consultant SME serves as the primary clinical and transfusion medicine authority supporting the Armed Services Blood Program Division (ASBPD) under the Defense Health Agency (DHA). This is a strategic, non-bench role focused on program oversight, international supply chain evaluation, and executive-level clinical advisory. You will bridge the gap between complex laboratory findings and mission-critical decision support for military medical readiness.
Day-to-Day / Recurring Responsibilities
- Analyze blood program data to assess trends in blood utilization, compatibility, and supply chain performance
- Evaluate blood typing validation, crossmatching protocols, and transfusion practices for accuracy and compliance
- Conduct comparative assessments of U.S. and international blood programs, identifying gaps, risks, and best practices
- Develop dashboards, performance metrics, and analytical reports to support leadership decision-making
- Translate complex clinical and laboratory findings into executive-level briefings and strategic recommendations
- Advise DHA leadership on transfusion medicine policies, regulatory compliance, and operational improvements
- Coordinate with Service Blood Program Officers (Army, Navy, Air Force) and civilian stakeholders
- Support business process improvement (BPI) and return on investment (ROI) analyses for blood program initiatives
- Ensure adherence to FDA (21 CFR), AABB standards, and DHA regulatory requirements
- Contribute to program management deliverables including reports, briefings, and strategic documentation
Job Features
| Job Category | Health & Clinical Program Support, Project Management |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related biological science | Master’s degree preferred |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience in clinical laboratory science or transfusion medicine | At least 5+ years directly supporting blood banking, transfusion services, or blood program management | Experience supporting federal health programs, DoD, or large healthcare systems preferred | Strong analytical and critical thinking capabilities | Experience producing executive-level reports and briefings | Ability to translate clinical data into strategic insights |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Blood typing, crossmatching, and compatibility testing | Blood product lifecycle (collection, processing, distribution, transfusion) | Regulatory compliance: FDA (21 CFR), AABB standards | Data analysis and reporting tools (Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar) |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting military or federal blood programs (ASBP, VA, or similar) | Familiarity with global blood supply chain operations and international standards | Experience with comparability assessments and performance metrics development | Knowledge of healthcare data analytics, dashboards, and visualization tools PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or process improvement certifications (preferred) | Experience supporting program management, ROI analysis, or business transformation initiatives | Familiarity with DHA systems, reporting structures, or military medical operations |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Experience supporting military or federal blood programs (ASBP, VA, or similar) | Familiarity with global blood supply chain operations and international standards | Experience with comparability assessments and performance metrics development | Knowledge of healthcare data analytics, dashboards, and visualization tools PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or process improvement certifications (preferred) | Experience supporting program management, ROI analysis, or business transformation initiatives | Familiarity with DHA systems, reporting structures, or military medical operations |
Ascension LLC is seeking a mission-driven Senior Business Analyst to support the Armed Services Blood Program Division within the Defense Health Agency.
This role is critical to advancing data-informed decision-making across the military blood program enterprise. The selected professional will analyze operational, financial, and performance data to support strategic planning, blood supply comparability assessments, program performance reporting, and business transformation initiatives.
The ideal candidate is a disciplined, analytical thinker who thrives in structured federal environments and understands how to translate complex datasets into executive-level insights that influence operational decisions. This role is well-suited for professionals with DoD experience who bring strong business acumen, analytical depth, and the ability to manage stakeholder expectations in high-visibility settings.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Senior Business Analyst provides direct analytical and business management support to the Defense Health Agency (DHA), Armed Services Blood Program Division (ASBPD) in Falls Church, Virginia. The ASBPD is responsible for ensuring a safe, sufficient, and globally responsive blood supply in support of military medical operations.
In support of the ASBPD Program Office, the Senior Business Analyst analyzes operational, performance, financial, and blood program data to inform leadership decision-making, improve donor outreach effectiveness, support blood product comparability assessments, and advance enterprise business transformation initiatives.
This role directly supports ASBPD leadership by:
• Interpreting complex operational and supply chain data related to military blood operations
• Identifying trends, risks, and performance gaps affecting blood readiness
• Supporting analysis of blood product comparability and alternative sourcing assessments
• Assisting with return on investment calculations for process improvement initiatives
• Preparing executive-level briefings and analytical reports for DHA stakeholders
• Supporting continuous improvement and strategic planning efforts within the ASBPD
The ideal candidate understands how to operate within a structured DoD healthcare environment and can translate complex quantitative findings into actionable recommendations for senior military and civilian leadership.
This position requires strong proficiency in business intelligence platforms, financial analysis techniques, process modeling tools, and dashboard development applications to enable the ASBPD Program Office to fulfill its mission of maintaining operational blood readiness across the Armed Services.
Day-to-Day / Core Responsibilities
The Senior Business Analyst will:
• Analyze operational and performance datasets to identify trends and patterns
• Develop executive-level briefings, reports, and data visualizations
• Conduct variance analysis and root cause assessments
• Support blood product comparability analysis activities
• Develop ROI models to evaluate program improvement initiatives
• Document current and future state business processes
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings to gather requirements
• Coordinate with military and civilian personnel across functional areas
• Develop dashboards using Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms
• Ensure compliance with DHA data governance and reporting standards
• Maintain documentation aligned with federal records management policies
Job Features
| Job Category | Business and Management, Project Management |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in a general business discipline | Detail-oriented and structured | Able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously | Skilled at building trust with senior-level stakeholders | Capable of presenting findings clearly and concisely |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum three (3) years of experience as a Business Analyst (Senior) | Minimum three (3) years supporting DoD military and/or civilian customers |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Proficiency in data analysis tools and business intelligence platforms | Experience with Power BI, Tableau, Excel advanced analytics, or similar | Experience with process modeling tools such as Visio or Lucidchart | Strong written and verbal communication skills | Experience conducting root cause analysis and performance reporting |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting DHA or military medical programs | Familiarity with blood program logistics or healthcare operations | PMP, PMI-ACP, CBAP, or Lean Six Sigma certification | Experience performing ROI calculations or financial modeling | Knowledge of NARA or DoD records management requirements |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Must be eligible for a DoD Public Trust | Ability to pass background investigation | U.S. Citizenship required |
Ascension LLC is seeking a mission-driven Program Manager to lead business management and strategic coordination efforts supporting the Armed Services Blood Program Division (ASBPD) within the Defense Health Agency.
This role is critical to ensuring the successful execution of strategic communications, blood program analytics, business transformation initiatives, and executive-level program reporting that directly supports military medical readiness.
The ideal candidate is an experienced federal program leader who understands how to navigate DoD environments, manage interrelated technical tasks, and engage senior military and civilian stakeholders. This individual thrives in structured yet evolving environments and can translate strategic objectives into measurable operational outcomes.
This role is suited for professionals with strong DoD familiarity, strategic planning capability, and demonstrated experience organizing complex deliverables across multi-disciplinary teams.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Program Manager provides leadership and oversight for all contract activities in direct support of the Defense Health Agency, Armed Services Blood Program Division (ASBPD) located at DHA Headquarters in Falls Church, Virginia.
The Armed Services Blood Program Division is responsible for ensuring the availability, safety, and strategic management of blood products in support of military medical readiness. This position supports ASBPD’s business management functions, including strategic communications, operational data analysis, program performance monitoring, records management, stakeholder coordination, and business transformation initiatives.
The Program Manager serves as Ascension’s primary interface with ASBPD leadership and senior DHA stakeholders. The role ensures that all technical deliverables, reporting products, strategic planning efforts, and performance improvement initiatives are aligned with ASBPD mission objectives and DHA governance requirements.
This position requires an experienced leader who understands the operational environment of the Defense Health Agency and can coordinate complex, interrelated project tasks involving communications, analytics, process improvement, and executive reporting. The Program Manager guides the development of mission-aligned operational plans, establishes measurable outcomes, supports capital planning prioritization, and ensures that ASBPD initiatives advance strategic military health readiness objectives.
The ideal candidate brings prior experience supporting DoD military or civilian customers and demonstrates the ability to engage senior-level leadership, manage contractor personnel, review technical deliverables, and ensure consistent execution of program requirements in a regulated federal environment.
Day-to-Day / Recurring Responsibilities
• Lead and manage all contract activities in alignment with the PWS
• Develop and maintain integrated project schedules and milestone trackers
• Coordinate and facilitate meetings with DHA leadership and stakeholders
• Review and approve technical deliverables prior to submission
• Provide strategic guidance on operational planning and measurable outcomes
• Develop executive-level briefings and reports
• Align performance metrics to DHA strategic goals
• Oversee task execution and ensure compliance with contractual requirements
• Manage communication across government and contractor personnel
• Monitor risk and implement mitigation strategies
• Ensure documentation is compliant with DHA records management requirements
• Support capital outlay planning prioritization discussions
Job Features
| Job Category | Project Management |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field | PMP, DAWIA or FAC-COR familiarity, ITIL or Agile certifications |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum three (3) years of program management experience supporting DoD military and/or civilian customers | Demonstrated ability to manage complex, interrelated project tasks | Strong executive-level communication skills |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Experience facilitating cross-functional stakeholder coordination | Experience developing mission statements and operational plans | Ability to define measurable outcomes aligned to strategic goals | Strong organizational and planning capabilities | Experience reviewing and approving technical deliverables |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting Defense Health Agency or military medical programs | Experience with blood program logistics, clinical programs, or healthcare operations | Experience developing ROI methodologies and performance dashboards | Familiarity with NARA records management compliance| Experience supporting firm-fixed-price federal contracts | Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint, and PowerPoint | Experience briefing Flag-level or SES-level leadership |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Public Trust or equivalent clearance | U.S. Citizenship required | No current facility clearance required |
Ascension LLC is seeking a technically strong, security-minded DevOps Support Engineer to support the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC Water) Corporate Website Re-Design initiative.
This role is critical to ensuring that WSSC’s new public-facing website is:
- Secure and resilient
- Performance-optimized
- Environmentally stable across development, staging, and production
- Compliant with public-sector security expectations
- Scalable and maintainable post-launch
WSSC Water’s website is a high-visibility, mission-critical platform serving more than 1.9 million customers across Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties DUE 2026.02.04_RFP89585_SUBK_WS…. The DevOps Support Engineer will ensure the CMS platform, hosting infrastructure, deployment pipelines, and security controls support uninterrupted service delivery.
The ideal candidate is:
- A disciplined infrastructure and release management professional
- Experienced in CMS-driven environments (WordPress, Drupal, or similar)
- Comfortable working in regulated or public-sector environments
- Detail-oriented with strong documentation and change control discipline
- Skilled at balancing security, performance, and operational continuity
This role is well-suited for professionals who thrive in structured delivery environments and understand the operational risks of public-facing government websites.
Position Summary
The DevOps Support Engineer will directly support the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC Water) in the execution of Solicitation No. 89585 – Corporate Website Re-Design. This role is dedicated to ensuring that WSSC Water’s public-facing corporate website is deployed, maintained, and operated within a secure, stable, and performance-optimized infrastructure environment.
In support of WSSC Water’s Corporate Website Re-Design initiative, the DevOps Support Engineer will be responsible for establishing and maintaining properly segregated development, staging, and production environments; implementing structured CI/CD deployment pipelines; enforcing configuration governance; and ensuring compliance with security, accessibility, and operational requirements appropriate for a public utility serving more than 1.9 million customers.
The DevOps Support Engineer will work in coordination with the WSSC Water project stakeholders, Ascension’s Project Manager, Lead Developer, and Security personnel to ensure that the website infrastructure supports reliable public access, rapid emergency communications, controlled release cycles, and long-term maintainability. This role is essential to minimizing operational risk during launch and sustaining performance and security throughout the lifecycle of the WSSC Water corporate website.
Key Responsibilities and Day-to-Day Activities
- Configure and manage development, staging, and production environments
- Implement CI/CD pipelines to support structured code deployment
- Establish and maintain secure hosting configurations (cloud or managed hosting platforms)
- Configure SSL certificates, firewalls, CDN, and caching layers
- Implement automated backups and disaster recovery processes
- Monitor uptime, performance, and system health using approved monitoring tools
- Optimize performance through caching, image compression, and resource management
- Support CMS updates, patching, and plugin/module lifecycle management
- Perform vulnerability scanning and remediate identified risks
- Coordinate release schedules with development and project management teams
- Document deployment procedures, rollback plans, and configuration baselines
- Support incident response during production issues
- Ensure compliance with security best practices and public-sector standards
- Maintain version control governance using Git-based repositories
- Conduct pre-release validation and post-release verification
Job Features
| Job Category | Technology & Digital Solutions |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field | Relevant certifications (AWS Certified SysOps Administrator, Azure Administrator, Security+, etc.) |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum 5+ years of DevOps or Infrastructure Engineering experience | Strong understanding of website security best practices | Experience with performance monitoring and logging tools | Familiarity with backup and disaster recovery planning | Experience using Git-based version control | Strong documentation and change control discipline |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Experience supporting CMS-driven websites (WordPress, Drupal, or similar) | Experience with cloud hosting platforms (AWS, Azure, or comparable environments) | Experience configuring CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, Jenkins, etc.) | Experience implementing SSL, CDN, firewall, and caching configurations |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting public-sector or municipal websites | Familiarity with WCAG 2.1 AA compliance support in infrastructure environments | Experience implementing Web Application Firewalls (WAF) | Familiarity with containerization (Docker) | Knowledge of SEO performance optimization strategies | Experience supporting high-traffic public information portals |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Must be eligible to work in the United States | Ability to pass background screening consistent with municipal client requirements | No clearance required; Public Trust–level suitability may be required |
Ascension LLC is seeking a highly experienced Accessibility Specialist to support the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC Water) Corporate Website Re-Design initiative.
WSSC Water provides mission-critical public utility services to 1.9M+ customers across Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties. Their corporate website serves as a high-visibility, public-facing digital platform used by residents, businesses, contractors, and employees for emergency alerts, service requests, billing, public notices, construction maps, and water quality information WSSC Water Homepage Mockup.
This role is essential to ensuring that the redesigned website meets and sustains:
- WCAG 2.1 AA compliance
- Section 508 standards
- ADA accessibility requirements
- Usability for aging populations and assistive technology users
- Accessibility validation during development, migration, and post-launch testing
The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented accessibility expert who combines technical rigor with practical user empathy. This individual understands how to embed accessibility into UX design, CMS configuration, front-end development, content migration, and QA—not as an afterthought, but as a foundational principle.
This role is critical to ensuring that WSSC’s emergency communications, public alerts, and essential services remain accessible to all users, including individuals with disabilities.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Accessibility Specialist supports the WSSC Water Corporate Website Re-Design by ensuring that accessibility compliance is built into:
- Design systems
- Page templates
- CMS components
- Content migration processes
- Interactive maps and dashboards
- Third-party integrations
- Testing and final acceptance validation
This role supports SOW J – Testing of Final Website and Tab 4.A.7.
The Accessibility Specialist is expected to:
- Anticipate accessibility risks early in the design and development lifecycle
- Conduct both automated and manual accessibility testing
- Provide remediation guidance to developers
- Validate accessible patterns in navigation, emergency alerts, interactive maps, and dashboards
- Ensure color contrast, semantic structure, keyboard operability, and ARIA implementation are compliant
- Produce formal accessibility validation documentation
This individual will help protect WSSC Water from legal exposure, improve customer trust, and ensure equitable digital access to essential public services.
Day-to-Day / Project-Based Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive WCAG 2.1 AA audits of templates and components
- Validate semantic HTML structure and ARIA roles
- Test keyboard-only navigation across all pages and workflows
- Perform screen reader testing (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
- Review emergency alert banners for contrast and priority visibility
- Validate focus states and interactive elements
- Review CMS authoring environment for accessible content creation
- Test interactive construction maps and dashboards for compliance
- Perform automated scans using axe, WAVE, Lighthouse, and similar tools
- Provide remediation guidance to front-end and CMS developers
- Review PDFs and documents for accessibility compliance
- Participate in sprint reviews and UAT validation sessions
- Produce Accessibility Compliance Reports for milestone approvals
- Support final accessibility validation before go-live
- Assist in post-launch accessibility monitoring strategy
Job Features
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, UX, Computer Science, or related field | Experience validating responsive/mobile accessibility | Strong documentation and reporting skills | Preferred Certifications; IAAP CPACC, WAS (Web Accessibility Specialist), Trusted Tester Certification |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | 5+ years of professional experience in web accessibility | Demonstrated experience applying WCAG 2.1 AA standards | Experience with Section 508 compliance validation |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Proficiency with accessibility testing tools (axe, WAVE, Lighthouse) | Experience performing manual accessibility testing | Hands-on screen reader testing experience (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver) | Knowledge of ARIA roles and semantic HTML | Experience working with CMS platforms (WordPress or Drupal preferred) |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting public-sector or utility websites | Experience validating accessibility for emergency communication systems | Familiarity with interactive GIS or map-based interface | Experience auditing third-party integrations | Experience supporting content migration accessibility validation | Experience training content authors on accessible publishing | Knowledge of DOJ accessibility enforcement trends |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Must be eligible to work on-site or hybrid in Laurel, MD | Ability to pass background screening if required | No clearance required |