Ascension LLC is seeking a Fraud Analytics Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support government-led fraud analytics initiatives focused on identifying, analyzing, and mitigating fraud risks across large-scale federal programs. This role serves as a trusted advisor providing analytical insight, model validation support, and subject matter expertise to enhance fraud detection capabilities while ensuring alignment with evolving threats and operational priorities.

The ideal candidate is a highly analytical and detail-oriented professional with deep experience in fraud schemes, predictive modeling support, and analytical evaluation. This individual thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and demonstrates the ability to interpret complex data, anticipate emerging fraud patterns, and provide actionable recommendations. The SME will not serve as a policy decision-maker but will play a critical role in advising government stakeholders and strengthening analytical approaches.

This role requires a self-driven professional who can operate with minimal oversight, manage multiple priorities, and translate complex fraud trends into meaningful insights. The candidate should be comfortable working with structured and unstructured data, collaborating across teams, and supporting rapid-response analytics in dynamic operational environments.

Key Responsibilities / Day-to-Day Activities

• Analyze fraud schemes, patterns, and anomalies across filing and non-filing periods
• Evaluate existing fraud detection models, filters, and business rules for effectiveness and accuracy
• Support validation and tuning of predictive models in coordination with technical and analytics teams
• Advise on fraud detection strategies and analytical approaches to improve program outcomes
• Monitor fraud trends, model performance, and operational metrics to identify gaps or emerging risks
• Conduct deep-dive analyses to support rapid response to newly identified fraud schemes or vulnerabilities
• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and program stakeholders to enhance analytical capabilities
• Review internal and external data sources to inform fraud detection and taxpayer protection strategies
• Develop analytical summaries, reports, and visualizations to communicate findings to stakeholders
• Support treatment optimization efforts, including differentiation between fraud types
• Contribute to cross-program coordination and knowledge sharing efforts

The Senior Data Engineer supports government-led fraud analytics initiatives by designing, building, and maintaining scalable data pipelines, integration frameworks, and analytical data environments. This role is responsible for enabling predictive modeling, fraud detection, and operational analytics through high-quality, reliable, and secure data architecture.

The position plays a critical role in supporting model development, monitoring, and production operations by ensuring seamless data ingestion, transformation, and availability across structured and unstructured data sources. The Senior Data Engineer works closely with data scientists, analysts, and government stakeholders to operationalize fraud detection capabilities and enhance analytical performance across filing and non-filing periods.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust ETL/ELT pipelines supporting fraud analytics and modeling efforts
• Integrate data from internal IRS systems and external data sources to support fraud detection and taxpayer protection strategies
• Support development and deployment of predictive models, filters, and business rules in production and non-production environments
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and consistency across all analytical platforms
• Optimize data pipelines for performance, scalability, and reliability
• Support data migration and consolidation efforts across legacy and modernized environments
• Enable real-time and batch data processing for fraud monitoring and response activities
• Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to structure datasets for modeling and reporting
• Implement data governance, metadata management, and documentation standards
• Provide technical support for production systems and troubleshoot data-related issues
• Support reporting and dashboard development by ensuring availability of clean, structured datasets

Supported PWS Tasks

• 4.5 Model Development
• 4.6 Monitoring
• 4.7 Data Migration
• 4.13 Production Support
• 4.15 Reporting Support

Day-to-Day Activities

• Develop and maintain ETL pipelines using tools such as Python, SQL, or cloud-native data services
• Ingest and transform large datasets from multiple structured and unstructured sources
• Monitor pipeline performance and resolve data processing issues
• Collaborate with analytics teams to prepare datasets for fraud models and rule engines
• Perform data validation, cleansing, and reconciliation activities
• Support deployment and maintenance of data workflows in production environments
• Document data flows, schemas, and transformation logic
• Participate in daily standups, sprint planning, and technical reviews
• Respond to ad hoc data requests supporting emerging fraud schemes or analytical needs
• Assist in implementing enhancements to improve data processing efficiency and accuracy

The Technical Lead (AI/ML) provides technical leadership and oversight for fraud analytics model development, deployment, and lifecycle management in support of IRS identity theft and fraud detection programs. This role is responsible for guiding the design, development, and continuous improvement of predictive models, business rules, and analytical frameworks operating in both production and non-production environments.

The Technical Lead collaborates closely with government stakeholders, data scientists, and operational teams to ensure models are effective, scalable, and aligned with evolving fraud schemes and taxpayer protection strategies. This role supports critical PWS tasks including model development and maintenance, model monitoring and performance evaluation, analytical support, pilot analytics, and production support.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction for AI/ML model development, deployment, and lifecycle management
• Oversee development, enhancement, and consolidation of predictive models, filters, and business rules
• Ensure models are optimized for fraud detection, identity theft differentiation, and operational efficiency
• Lead model validation, performance monitoring, and recalibration efforts
• Support rapid analytical response to emerging fraud schemes and vulnerabilities
• Guide integration of internal and external data sources into analytical models
• Collaborate with government stakeholders to align analytical outputs with program objectives
• Ensure compliance with IRS standards for model governance, documentation, and auditability
• Provide technical mentorship to data scientists and analysts
• Support transition of models from pilot to production environments

Day-to-Day Activities

• Review and guide ongoing model development and tuning activities
• Analyze model performance metrics and recommend enhancements
• Coordinate with analysts to evaluate fraud patterns and emerging schemes
• Oversee testing and validation of new models and rules
• Participate in technical discussions with IRS stakeholders and cross-functional teams
• Support troubleshooting of model performance issues in production
• Review code, documentation, and analytical outputs for quality and accuracy
• Provide input to reporting, dashboards, and performance tracking metrics
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and technical best practices across the team

Ascension LLC is seeking a detail-oriented and execution-focused Contract Administrator / Closeout Specialist to support post-award acquisition activities for the U.S. Air Force’s 18th Contracting Squadron. This role is critical to ensuring that contracts are administered efficiently, remain compliant with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements, and are properly closed out in accordance with Air Force policies and procedures.

The ideal candidate is a mid-level acquisition professional with strong experience in contract administration, invoice review, and contract closeout who thrives in structured yet fast-paced environments. This individual will play a key role in maintaining contract integrity, supporting timely payments, and ensuring audit-ready documentation across the acquisition lifecycle.

This position directly supports mission readiness by ensuring contracts are properly executed, monitored, and closed, enabling the Government to efficiently procure goods and services necessary to support operations.

Ascension brings proven experience supporting acquisition lifecycle management, contract administration analytics, and process automation for federal clients such as DHS and DOE, delivering measurable improvements in invoice processing timelines and compliance tracking.

Summary of the Contractor Role

The Contract Administrator / Closeout Specialist will support post-award acquisition functions, including contract administration, modification processing, invoice validation, and contract closeout activities. This role ensures that all contractual actions are executed in compliance with FAR, DFARS (as applicable), and Air Force-specific guidance.

The ideal candidate will be:

• Highly organized and detail-driven with strong documentation discipline
• Self-directed and capable of working in a remote environment with minimal supervision
• Proactive in identifying issues such as invoice discrepancies, incomplete contract files, or closeout delays
• Skilled at managing multiple contracts simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and compliance

This role supports key PWS functions including:

• Contract administration and performance monitoring
• Invoice review and processing
• Contract modification tracking
• Claims/dispute documentation support
• Contract closeout documentation and reconciliation

Tools and Processes Utilized:

• FAR/DFARS and Air Force acquisition policies
• Contract writing and management systems (e.g., FPDS, contract databases)
• Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint-based repositories
• Workflow and process tracking tools (aligned with Ascension’s automation capabilities)
• Invoice tracking and financial reconciliation processes

Day-to-Day Activities

• Administer contracts post-award to ensure compliance with terms, conditions, and performance requirements
• Review and validate contractor invoices for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with contract terms
• Track and process contract modifications, ensuring proper documentation and approvals
• Maintain complete and audit-ready contract files in accordance with FAR and agency guidance
• Monitor contract performance data and flag issues related to deliverables, timelines, or compliance
• Coordinate with Contract Specialists, CORs, and financial personnel to resolve invoice discrepancies or contract issues
• Support claims and dispute documentation by compiling contract records and supporting evidence
• Prepare contract closeout packages, including reconciliation of funds, deliverables, and documentation
• Ensure timely contract closeout in accordance with FAR Part 4.804 requirements
• Assist in process improvement initiatives to streamline contract administration and closeout activities

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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