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The Consultant may be asked to do any or all of the following tasks:   Due Diligence: - Identify Opportunities: The Consultant shall identify major opportunities to enhance MCC's project planning and execution processes, specifically for its Compact and Threshold Agreement projects. These opportunities will focus on developing a project methodology that can be used repeatedly and adapted as needed. - Propose Improvements: They will suggest ways to make the management of investment development tasks more efficient and thorough. This includes looking at how projects are planned, executed, and monitored to find areas for improvement. - Implement Solutions: If MCC agrees with the Consultant's suggestions, the Consultant might be asked to put these measures into action themselves or oversee their implementation. - Conduct Site Visits and Reviews: The Consultant may need to visit locations where projects are planned to get a better understanding of the situation on the ground. They will also review existing documents to assess the management capabilities present and identify any potential risks and issues. - Advise on Further Actions: After assessing the project(s), the Consultant will advise MCC on any additional research or studies needed as part of MCC's oversight process. This includes understanding the costs and impacts of implementing their suggestions, especially how these changes might affect the ability of the organizations responsible for carrying out the projects to deliver the expected results and benefits.   Program Oversight: The Consultant will help the MCC oversee and manage the implementation and performance of program and project management services. They will offer advice to MCC by regularly reviewing and providing feedback on the delivery methods used by MCC and its Accountable Entities (AEs), ensuring that projects align with predefined specifications, timelines, milestones, and budgets. Furthermore, the Consultant will help identify any unexpected issues arising during the implementation process and suggest solutions to address these challenges.   General Technical Advisory Support: In addition to above, the Consultant may be asked to provide general technical advisory support, including:   - Assist in defining what's needed for Integrated Project Management (IPM) strategies, tools, and methods to ensure successful and sustainable delivery of projects funded by MCC.   - Evaluate technical documents related to project design and planning (like preliminary designs, studies, and health and safety plans) to help select the best methodologies for MCC-funded programs and projects.   - Promote awareness and learning about the social and working cultures in MCC's partner countries through guidance, tools, and support.   - Examine local laws and regulations to identify their impact on project management and execution strategies.   - Guide MCC's partner countries in managing and overseeing projects effectively, covering areas such as quality assurance, project review cycles, decision strategy, FIDIC, contract management, and solutions with management and legal components.   - Guide MCC and their partners in methodologies to assess issues and risks to project outputs and outcomes to include impacts associated with program and project identification, design, construction, climate change, policy reform and institutional strengthening.   - Strengthen institutional project management capacity by providing guidance and support to integrate international and local best practices in project delivery into MCC-funded projects.   - Draft terms of reference for hiring project management services to oversee projects.   - Advise on implementation and work plans developed by country teams, assessing their technical suitability and providing feedback for decision-making.   - Ensure consistency with best practices by reviewing draft tender documents and contracts.   - Assess proposal evaluations from technical and procurement perspectives to ensure the best selections are made.   - Review partnership arrangements to ensure effective collaboration between different teams and entities involved in project delivery.   - Verify the qualifications of key project staff before they are hired, ensuring they meet the necessary technical standards.   - Provide general technical advice on proposed programs, helping MCC make informed decisions.   - Evaluate the capacity of project teams and partners, offering recommendations for capacity building and improvements to ensure successful project implementation.   - Facilitate the development and implementation of IPM programs for MCC and its partners, ensuring effective project management.   - Address other specific needs for the successful and sustainable delivery of MCC-funded projects as required.    

The Senior Contract Specialist III serves as the Contractor's Site Lead under this contract. The primary duties and responsibilities are to support the Managing Director, Deputy Managing Director, and primarily Supervisory Procurement Analyst with projects related to policies, data, training, and systems. The secondary duties and responsibilities are administrative, such as onboarding and orientation, training, timesheet review and approval, performance appraisals, and monitoring and correcting performance issues.   Duties and responsibilities of the SCS III, including but are not limited to: - Serves as a technical resource and advisor to organizations in the procurement of goods and services needed in the successful accomplishment of MCC programs and operations. - Applies knowledge of administrative support functions within a Federal acquisition operations environment to assist program officials on acquisition and administrative matters affecting procurement of supplies and services using source selection procedures; the evaluation of contract price quotes; and the administration or termination and closeout of contracts. - Performs contract administration activities for selected contracts and assists in the monitoring of contractor's performance, approval of progress payments, verification of deliveries, and similar activities. - Assists customers in developing statements of work and procurement strategy; and develops evaluation plans, pricing methodologies, and contract administration. Develops procurement plans by reviewing previous history, market conditions, and requirements. - Analyzes business needs and determines the most appropriate contracting vehicles. - Prepares solicitations, contract supporting documents, contract awards, and other related documents pursuant to applicable laws, executive orders, regulations, and other applicable procedures. - Executes modifications to contracts and conducts analysis of alternatives and the capabilities and characteristics of the assigned contractors. - Applies price/cost analysis techniques to support the development of cost-related sections of solicitation documents and the analysis of cost and price data, labor and material cost, etc. - Supports the development of budgets for planned procurements. Analyzes and evaluates cost-related areas of solicitations for pricing structure and instruction to offerors. Analyzes and evaluates contractor price/cost quotes for new procurements, changes, follow-on procurements, etc., which may result in new contracts or the issuance of modifications or the termination of existing contracts. - Supports the contract closeout process and ensures all proper payments, performance, and deliveries have been made. - Helps ensure that all appropriate steps have been taken to safeguard the interests of MCC, and that all requirements of laws, executive orders, regulations, and other applicable procedures have been met. - Serves as a point of contact for program officials on acquisition and administrative matters affecting major procurement of supplies and services using source selection procedures; the evaluation of contract price proposals; and the administration or termination and closeout of major contracts. Provides authoritative recommendations to improve procurement operations and customer service. - Coordinates contract administration activities for long-term, extensive technical service contracts. Contract types vary with the complexity of the acquisition and the best interests of the Government, ranging from Firm-Fixed-Price through Fixed-Price-Incentive and Fixed-Price-Award-Fee to Time & Materials. The contract specialist monitors contractor's performance, approval of progress payments, reviewing and providing recommendations on contractor proposals resulting from change orders, scheduling, problems that have arisen and proposed solutions, verification of deliveries, and similar activities; interprets contract provisions for contractors and for officials of MCC, and provides appropriate advice and guidance; and conducts in-depth analyses of contractors' financial and management systems and facilities for ability to perform and for compliance with Government or contractual requirements. - Negotiates complex modifications to contracts. Decisions are based on in-depth analysis of alternatives and knowledge of the unique capabilities and characteristics of the assigned contractors and require resolution of incomplete or conflicting technical and contractor data. In determining a negotiation position, the contract specialist must reconcile differences between the reports of different technical specialists. - Utilizes in-depth price/cost analysis techniques involving many different and unrelated factors and processes where there may be little historical cost data or precedent. Responsible for supporting the development of cost-related sections of complex solicitation documents, analyzing cost and price data, labor, and material cost, etc. - Supports the development of budgets for planned procurements. Analyzes and evaluates cost-related areas of complex solicitations for pricing structure and instruction to offerors. Analyzes and evaluates contractor price/cost proposals for new procurements, changes, follow-on procurements, etc., which may result in new contracts or the issuance of modifications or the termination of existing contracts. - Leads negotiations and serves as a primary cost/price negotiator. Conducts detailed studies of contractor's management, operational and financial policies to determine capability to perform contract. Evaluates the contractor's financial status and profit and loss statement, balance sheets, and other financial data. - Coordinates the extension of periods of performance, resolves delivery and acceptance disputes, approves partial payments and final payments, and performs closeout or any necessary contract cancellations due to nonperformance by the contractor or for the convenience of MCC. Prepares MCC response to protests. - Ensures that all appropriate steps have been taken to safeguard the interests of MCC, and that all requirements of laws, executive orders, regulations, and other applicable procedures have been met. - Manages complex, sensitive, and important procurement programs and initiatives that serve as a guide for other MCC procurement activities. - Assists customers in developing statements of work and procurement strategy and develops evaluation plans, pricing methodologies, and major contract administration. - Provides high level technical assistance to managers, supervisors, and fellow MCC colleagues on problems of unusual complexity or sensitivity in an award action, including source selection procedures and contract administration. - Provides direction and specific guidance to less experienced members of the team in any of the major areas cited above. - Meets with MCC colleagues to discuss various matters and to elicit suggestions or recommendations on work or administrative matters which the contract specialist may be needed to communicate to the CGM Managing Director, Deputy Managing Director, and other MCC managers and supervisors. - Serves as a central point of contact with internal and external parties to respond to inquiries. - Recommends or initiates appropriate action to protect Government's interests. - Awards and administers grants, cooperative agreements, or other related instruments. - Determines awardee eligibility using formulas and methodology and established eligibility criteria, such as competitive rating factors. - Announces programs and soliciting applications or proposals for funding under assistance awards. - Oversees, reviews, analyzes, and evaluates grants/assistance applications, plans, and estimates. - Negotiates terms and conditions of grants/assistance awards to include costs, schedules, and oversight responsibilities. - Prepares, processes, issues, and tracks grants/assistance awards and compliance with reporting requirements. - Conducts resolution of audit findings or monitoring audit resolution in partnership with resolution officials. - Conducts post-award reviews and analyses to identify management, financial, and administrative issues. - Supervision becomes progressively less detailed than SCS II, and the PSC performs progressively more responsible assignments than SCS II. - Performs additional duties as CGM's facilitator for contractor personnel, which may consume approximately 20% of time, such as: - Orients and assists new PSCs upon arrival. - Within 10 business days of arrival of a new PSC, demonstrates the features of various systems that CGM uses for award administration and management, e.g., Oracle CLM, SharePoint, Teams, etc. (SharePoint, FPDS, Teams, and Oracle CLM). Provides periodic trainings as needed. - cWithin 10 business days of arrival of a new PSC, trains the intricacies of MCC contracting using the CGM Contracts Operating Manual (COM) and Acquisition Instructions (AIs). - Assists the PSCs with questions about MCC systems and coordinate with the system helpdesk as needed. - Reviews and processes PSC timesheets. - Participates in weekly staff meetings with CGM leadership. - Participates in periodic operational/production meetings with the Contractor. - Assists with the hiring and retention. Coordinates candidate interviews to secure highly qualified PSCs that suits MCC's work culture. Ensures affirmative application of equal opportunity to the qualified candidates. Promotes positive morale and strong work ethics among the PSCs. - Presents best practices or lessons learned to PSCs. - Coordinates with CGM colleagues to address and correct performance issues. Regularly monitors and corrects performance issues and prevents them from reoccurring. - Conducts annual performance reviews of each PSC in coordination with CGM colleagues, supervisors, and managers. Resolves complaints and grievances brought on by or pertaining to the PSCs. - Facilitates separations. - Assists the MCC Acquisition Career Manager in managing the MCC FAC-COR Program, to include: - Monitors the status of existing FAC-COR certifications, reaches out and communicates with CORs and PMs, and provides technical assistance to them for maintaining and updating their certifications and escalates to their supervisors as necessary. - Monitors the status of timely invoice review and approval, including outreach to the CORs and PMs to ensure they understand their responsibility and escalate matters to their supervisors as necessary. - Provides guidance to departing or expired CORs and PMs and coordinates the nomination and designation of new CORs and PMs. - Assists in providing internal MCC training sessions to CORs and PMs and assists them locate external training opportunities related to Federal contracts and FA awards. - Assists CGM in researching, creating, and updating internal policies, guidance, instructions, and data. - Facilitates CGM quarterly quality assurance (QA) reviews of its contract actions to ensure adherence to applicable contracting principles, laws, statues, Executive Orders, regulations, and procedures. Reviews the QA results with the CGM division. - Facilitates CGM standardization project to improve and streamline award documents and processes.

Senior Contract Specialist II (SCS II) Duties and responsibilities of the SCS II, including but are not limited to: - Serves as a technical resource and advisor to organizations in the procurement of goods and services needed in the successful accomplishment of MCC programs and operations. - Applies knowledge of administrative support functions within a Federal acquisition operations environment to assist program officials on acquisition and administrative matters affecting procurement of supplies and services using source selection procedures; the evaluation of contract price quotes; and the administration or termination and closeout of contracts. - Performs contract administration activities for selected contracts and assists in the monitoring of contractor's performance, approval of progress payments, verification of deliveries, and similar activities. - Assists customers in developing statements of work and procurement strategy; and develops evaluation plans, pricing methodologies, and contract administration. Develops procurement plans by reviewing previous history, market conditions, and requirements. - Analyzes business needs and determines the most appropriate contracting vehicles. - Prepares solicitations, contract supporting documents, contract awards, and other related documents pursuant to applicable laws, executive orders, regulations, and other applicable procedures. - Executes modifications to contracts and conducts analysis of alternatives and the capabilities and characteristics of the assigned contractors. - Applies price/cost analysis techniques to support the development of cost-related sections of solicitation documents and the analysis of cost and price data, labor and material cost, etc. - Supports the development of budgets for planned procurements. Analyzes and evaluates cost-related areas of solicitations for pricing structure and instruction to offerors. Analyzes and evaluates contractor price/cost quotes for new procurements, changes, follow-on procurements, etc., which may result in new contracts or the issuance of modifications or the termination of existing contracts. - Supports the contract closeout process and ensures all proper payments, performance, and deliveries have been made. - Helps ensure that all appropriate steps have been taken to safeguard the interests of MCC, and that all requirements of laws, executive orders, regulations, and other applicable procedures have been met. - Serves as a point of contact for program officials on acquisition and administrative matters affecting major procurement of supplies and services using source selection procedures; the evaluation of contract price proposals; and the administration or termination and closeout of major contracts. Provides authoritative recommendations to improve procurement operations and customer service. - Coordinates contract administration activities for long-term, extensive technical service contracts. Contract types vary with the complexity of the acquisition and the best interests of the Government, ranging from Firm-Fixed-Price through Fixed-Price-Incentive and Fixed-Price-Award-Fee to Time & Materials. The contract specialist monitors contractor's performance, approval of progress payments, reviewing and providing recommendations on contractor proposals resulting from change orders, scheduling, problems that have arisen and proposed solutions, verification of deliveries, and similar activities; interprets contract provisions for contractors and for officials of MCC, and provides appropriate advice and guidance; and conducts in-depth analyses of contractors' financial and management systems and facilities for ability to perform and for compliance with Government or contractual requirements. - Negotiates complex modifications to contracts. Decisions are based on in-depth analysis of alternatives and knowledge of the unique capabilities and characteristics of the assigned contractors and require resolution of incomplete or conflicting technical and contractor data. In determining a negotiation position, the contract specialist must reconcile differences between the reports of different technical specialists. - Utilizes in-depth price/cost analysis techniques involving many different and unrelated factors and processes where there may be little historical cost data or precedent. Responsible for supporting the development of cost-related sections of complex solicitation documents, analyzing cost and price data, labor, and material cost, etc. - Supports the development of budgets for planned procurements. Analyzes and evaluates cost-related areas of complex solicitations for pricing structure and instruction to offerors. Analyzes and evaluates contractor price/cost proposals for new procurements, changes, follow-on procurements, etc., which may result in new contracts or the issuance of modifications or the termination of existing contracts. - Leads negotiations and serves as a primary cost/price negotiator. Conducts detailed studies of contractor's management, operational and financial policies to determine capability to perform contract. Evaluates the contractor's financial status and profit and loss statement, balance sheets, and other financial data. - Coordinates the extension of periods of performance, resolves delivery and acceptance disputes, approves partial payments and final payments, and performs closeout or any necessary contract cancellations due to nonperformance by the contractor or for the convenience of MCC. Prepares MCC response to protests. - Ensures that all appropriate steps have been taken to safeguard the interests of MCC, and that all requirements of laws, executive orders, regulations, and other applicable procedures have been met. - Manages complex, sensitive, and important procurement programs and initiatives that serve as a guide for other MCC procurement activities. - Assists customers in developing statements of work and procurement strategy and develops evaluation plans, pricing methodologies, and major contract administration. - Provides high level technical assistance to managers, supervisors, and fellow MCC colleagues on problems of unusual complexity or sensitivity in an award action, including source selection procedures and contract administration. - Provides direction and specific guidance to less experienced members of the team in any of the major areas cited above. - Meets with MCC colleagues to discuss various matters and to elicit suggestions or recommendations on work or administrative matters which the contract specialist may be needed to communicate to the CGM Managing Director, Deputy Managing Director, and other MCC managers and supervisors. - Serves as a central point of contact with internal and external parties to respond to inquiries. - Recommends or initiates appropriate action to protect Government's interests. - Awards and administers grants, cooperative agreements, or other related instruments. - Determines awardee eligibility using formulas and methodology and established eligibility criteria, such as competitive rating factors. - Announces programs and soliciting applications or proposals for funding under assistance awards. - Oversees, reviews, analyzes, and evaluates grants/assistance applications, plans, and estimates. - Negotiates terms and conditions of grants/assistance awards to include costs, schedules, and oversight responsibilities. - Prepares, processes, issues, and tracks grants/assistance awards and compliance with reporting requirements. - Conducts resolution of audit findings or monitoring audit resolution in partnership with resolution officials. - Conducts post-award reviews and analyses to identify management, financial, and administrative issues. - Supervision becomes progressively less detailed than SCS I, and the PSC performs progressively more responsible assignments than SCS I.

XLA is looking for someone with Specialist knowledge on democracy, governance, and/or human rights issues. A highly detailed understanding of the overall USAID agency and USAID/Egypt mission goals and strategic plan as well as procedures, policies, regulations, and the structure of USAID as an agency, USAID/Egypt, and the U.S. Embassy and Department of State. A detailed professional understanding of the history, current political, economic, social, key figures, and policies of the Egyptian Government. This includes a detailed knowledge of Egypt’s internal political situation, national development challenges and prospects, geography, and national development indicators. A specialist knowledge of the development priorities and strategies of the USG and Government of Egypt.

XLA is currently seeking a Facilities Financial Planning Lead to work onsite in Washington, D.C.  The Budget and Business Operations Lead shall be skilled in the areas of budgeting, finance and business operations. The Budget & Business Operations Lead will be responsible for enforcing work standards across the Budget & Business Operations Team.

The Project Management Lead will support the daily operation, to further and achieve ICE goals.  The Project Management Lead shall be skilled in the areas of facility project management and will possess deep experience in and knowledge of Federal government project management processes, procedures, and systems. The Project Management Lead shall demonstrate having a track record of delivering complex, mission-enabling facility projects. 

Candidates must live in the Washington D.C./Alexandria, VA area. No relocation expenses are provided. XLA is looking for an Executive Assistant/Analyst to work onsite at a federal agency located in Arligton, VA (metro accessible). The Executive Assistant/Analyst's competencies will encompass very high level skills in the following areas: organization; time management; ability to multitask effectively; attention to detail, computer literacy; and well developed interpersonal skills. Responsibilities and attributes include: - Strong analytical skills to handle multiple projects - Ability to attend high level meetings - Ability to interact and converse with all levels of management - Have the ability to provide backup for multiple people on various tasks - Must have good writing skills - Have a willingness to educate themselves and work with current business processes - Ability to present new ideas or efficient processes - Provide program analytical support to the team - Must be articulate, ambitious, and a self starter

As a Seizure Specialist, you will be hired by XLA to support one of our Federal Clients, The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Office of Domestic Operations, Cyber Support Section (ODV).  The DEA established ODV to support combating drug trafficking and distribution in the cyber realm.  ODV’s mission is to provide assistance and support for cyber-related field investigations in six priority areas: Transactions; Exploitation; Seizure; Outreach; Policy, Legal & Liaison; and Research & Development.    The ideal Seizure Specialist will bring knowledge and expertise in the areas of blockchain technology, crypto wallets, virtual asset service providers (VASPs), open-source intelligence (OSINT), dark web, digital forensics, software development, custody of evidence, and asset forfeiture. The Seizure Specialist will provide escalated on-site and remote seizure support for real-time activity to DEA investigators during planned enforcement operations. This includes the analysis of U.S. Government furnished data, which will remain the property of DEA, as well as approved external data sources.  Services will span across both non-classified and classified tasks.  Travel to other locations, potentially on short notice, is required with this position as well.

XLA is looking for a Travel Specialist to sit onsite at our customer's offices in Washington, D.C. - Knowledge of Federal Travel Regulations and E2 systems. - Prior experience with a web-based travel system. - Advanced knowledge of Excel, Proficient in Microsoft Office. - Excellent communications and interfacing with various levels of management. - Excellent attention detail, must be able to multi task and have a sense of urgency to complete travel task within the allotted time frame provided. - Experience working with domestic travel authorizations and vouchers processing as well as foreign travel passports and visas. - Strong written and oral communication skills, preferably in a helpdesk type environment. - Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related field OR additional 4 years of professional experience in a related field in lieu of degree.  

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Cybersecurity Assessor to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in independently assessing and enhancing the information security posture of our client, with a focus on compliance with the Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards, and other relevant cybersecurity frameworks. The Senior Cybersecurity Assessor will lead performance audits, ensuring the thorough evaluation of security controls, risk management processes, and overall cybersecurity resilience.   Responsibilities:   - FISMA Compliance: Conduct comprehensive FISMA compliance assessments, aligning with the latest Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Inspector General (IG) FISMA Guidance.   - Audit Program Development: Develop and implement robust audit programs based on IG FISMA Reporting Metrics, NIST standards, and other pertinent cybersecurity frameworks.   - Security Documentation: Oversee the creation, maintenance, and review of security documentation throughout the Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle, ensuring compliance with NIST SP 800-37.   - Performance Audits: Lead independent performance audits, assessing the effectiveness of information security programs and practices. Evaluate cybersecurity controls across the five Cybersecurity Framework functions: Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover.   - Collaboration: Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including USPS OIG and client personnel, to plan and execute entrance and exit conferences, ensuring effective communication of audit objectives, findings, and recommendations.   - Reporting: Draft, review, and finalize audit reports, including discussion drafts, interim reports, and final reports. Ensure alignment with USPS OIG policies and reporting requirements.   - Continuous Improvement: Stay abreast of evolving cybersecurity threats, industry best practices, and regulatory changes. Provide recommendations for continuous improvement of information security programs.

XLA is seeking a Deputy Program Manager (DPM) with PSC experience for an anticipated, USAID-funded contract which will provide administrative, technical, and programmatic staff support services to PSC programs managed by USAID.   This position will be contingent upon award and is expected to be a full-time role based in Washington D.C., United States.    The DPM will provide overall leadership, technical direction, and oversight of day-to-day program activity management and customer relationship management.  This individual will use their previous work experience managing similar USAID contracts in complex and fluid environments to support full life cycle project management duties including the hiring and management of PSC recruitment professionals. - Serve as the primary point of contact whom USAID may contact for procedural and substantive matters. - Lead the technical supervision of all aspects of contract work, including staff/consultant identification and management, dissemination of information, and submission of reports and other contract deliverables. - Respond to task order requests, and provide central management and oversight of task orders under the contract. - Work collaboratively and often with USAID leadership, field project managers, technical officers, contracting officers, and contracting officer representatives in the Office of Acquisitions and Assistance to carry out acts to support and respond to task orders, ensure mutual understanding of expectations, and adapt to emergent changes in the operating context. - Provides oversight for PSC Recruitment & teamwork products ensuring acceptable quality control methods are consistently followed and monitored and high team performance is achieved. - Report to USAID technical and contract personnel in accordance with its reporting requirements. - Support the development and delivery of high-quality materials and presentations aimed at different audiences, including decision-makers. - Managing logistics and support for employee and consultant on-boarding and deployment processes as well as full time staff TDY travel - Supporting specific needs within personnel management - recruitment, onboarding, orientation, staffing, performance recognition/improvements, and performance reviews. - Ensures position descriptions are created for new positions and updated for existing positions. - Support staff communications and information dissemination. - Motivates staff to achieve a high standard of quality service and support professional development. - Provide management support for surge staff brought on for short/long term assignments. - Assists in interpreting policies, purposes, and goals of corporate and/or USAID for contractor support staff. - Updating financial projections to reflect changes in overall staffing levels, expectations, and client priorities - Ensure all documentation for timesheets, invoices, subcontractors, vendors, and procurements are properly prepared and compliant. - Provide staff oversight and ensure staff are compliant and adhering to government rules and regulations. - Maintain good communication and professional relationships with all colleagues and clients. - Documents meeting discussions with customer capturing action points. - Supporting ad hoc and special projects which may be either time sensitive or long-term in nature

XLA is an international development consulting firm that specializes in solving some of the world's most complex problems through innovative management solutions. We provide technical expertise in areas like global health, conflict mitigation, and local capacity strengthening to empower our clients to achieve their goals. At XLA, we are dedicated to working with our clients to identify the root causes of the most pressing challenges they face and providing them with the customized solutions necessary to effect positive and lasting change. With our focus on collaboration, innovation, and results, we strive to help organizations achieve their objectives and make a meaningful impact in the communities they serve. As a Project Manager at XLA, you'll be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day management and coordination of projects designed to address some of the world's most pressing problems. This is a full-time remote role that will require you to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders, both internal and external, and to have a holistic understanding of project management principles. The Program Manager shall be responsible for the overall management and performance of the contract and be the primary point of contact to the Government. Also but not limited too: 1.         Ensuring Task Order deliverables are submitted on time and to professional quality standards. 2.         Monitoring of project performance using data. 3.         Regular written reporting on country context, project activities, performance monitoring data, analysis of project impact, and information on future relevant activities/events. 4.         Periodic conference call project updates and occasional in-person briefings. 5.         Financial management and reporting. 6.         Conducting risk assessments and risk mitigation planning. 7.         Problem solving to identify ways to achieve DOS programmatic and policy objectives   Duties and Responsibilities The Program Manager shall be responsible for the overall management and performance of the contract and be the primary point of contact to the Government. The PM shall ensure that all project budgets, personnel, and activities meet Department of State standards and are in accordance with the Global Advisory IDIQ and task order performance work statements requirements.  The PM shall provide the Department of State any requested program or contract information and communicate regularly with the Department of State Program Office to discuss any anticipated challenges or concerns.  The PM shall conduct assessments and engage with a wide-range of stakeholders, including U.S. government agencies and offices, regional and multilateral officials, other international donors, local leaders, academics and non-governmental organizations in order to identify critical needs of the programs.  The PM shall collect, track and maintain all information for programs awarded to the contractor.   The PM shall develop frameworks and assessment tools to enhance the overall monitoring and evaluation of projects, travel periodically to international locations to conduct assessments, monitor and review programs, and meet with U.S. Embassy representatives and other international partners to ensure that projects are meeting their objectives and that project personnel are performing up to Department of State standards.  The PM shall research and provide updates leveraging best practices and initiatives related to strengthening security sector assistance.

System Administrator/Task Lead shall: - Provide operational and maintenance (O&M) support for NIPRNET, SIPRNET, and JWICS system infrastructure for approximately 400 users. - Provide O&M support for Special Access System infrastructure for approximately 150 users. - Provide O&M support for Printer infrastructure, to include Pharos Secure Print. - Develop, implement, manage, and maintain VDI for thick/thin/zero clients and server virtualization technologies. - Provide O&M support for SQL Database infrastructure. - Provide O&M support for OMC server and desktop-based software applications. - Provide data backup and restoration capabilities for NIPRNET, SIPRNET, JWICS, and Special Access Systems. - Support replication of network file share volumes via Distributed Files System w/ Replication (DFS-R) between the NCR and NSGB locations. - Provide support for storage area network (SAN) and encrypted file storage capabilities. - Create/maintain a standalone workstation images in accordance with DOD security standards. - Provide systems recovery and repair operations employing industry best practices for systems troubleshooting and fault isolation.

XLA is currently seeking a Legislative Analyst to work onsite in Washington, D.C. to serve as a key member of the Legislative Affairs team within USAID’s Bureau for Legislative and Public Affairs (USAID/LPA). The Legislative Analyst works closely with members of the Legislative Affairs team to track legislation and reporting to Congress, and contributes to key products such as reports to Congress. The Legislative Analyst reports to the Director of the Office of Legislative Affairs.   Duties and Responsibilities - Support major USAID initiatives through tracking and reporting of legislative priorities and actions. - Provide strategic analytical support to LPA and other parts of USAID regarding development, coordination, implementation, data analysis, and assessment of legislative products and strategies. - Develop strategic congressional engagement plans. - Develop, edit, and transmit USAID funding and programmatic notifications, reports, and briefing materials for Congress. - Manage streamlined, transparent, and well-organized clearance processes. - Report on congressional hearings, briefings, legislation mark-ups, and floor actions. - Ensure that responses to Congressional inquiries – including Questions for the Record, consultations, and requests – are consistent, well-written, and organized in a system easily retrievable for staff. - Work with counterparts in the USAID/LPA Press and Public Affairs Office, and with other Bureau Communicators, to ensure consistency of message and unity of purpose for outreach to Congress and external groups. - Support lead Legislative Program Specialists in preparation and editing of congressional correspondence, transcripts, reports, questions for the record, Congressional Notifications, and Legislative Referral Memoranda, as well as support in scheduling meetings and briefings. - Develop weekly updates on work accomplished and upcoming tasks.

  XLA is seeking an accomplished and versatile Lead Senior Systems and Network Engineer to be our technical lead on a mission critical DHS program. This pivotal role entails a comprehensive blend of system engineering and network management, requiring proficiency in server operating systems, virtualization, network security, and optimizing system performance in a secure setting.   Key Job Responsibilities: - Leadership and Team Management: - Lead and manage the team, ensuring accountability, training, and fostering a collaborative work environment. - Regularly report on team and project status to management. - System and Network Administration: - Install, operate, and manage server operating systems like Windows Server on both physical and virtual platforms. - Design, implement, test, and support diverse network solutions. - VMware Management: - Oversee VMware environments, including ESXi and vSphere servers. - Handle storage and virtualization management, especially with NetApp equipment. - Networking Expertise: - Specialize in network security and performance, with a focus on system and network monitoring, optimization, and troubleshooting. - Manage and integrate MFA technologies in various environments, including VPN access. - Splunk Administration: - Deploy, Maintain and optimize a Splunk environment, aligning with security and operational standards. - Cisco Systems Proficiency: - Implement and manage Cisco-related network infrastructure and solutions. - Compliance and Security Standards: - Uphold a secure and compliant environment in accordance with STIG and DHS standards, targeting Authority to Operate (ATO) compliance. - Integrated Technology Solutions: - Integrate various system and network technologies to establish a functional, secure infrastructure supporting organizational goals. - Setup and configure a fully functional COOP site for the program

The Senior Network Engineer (NCR) shall: - Function as the SME responsible for the development, implementation, and configuration, of OMC Network Infrastructure across multiple locations operating a broad range of network technologies. - Lead O&M support efforts of all OMC NIPRNET, SIPRNET, JWICS Network Infrastructure located in NSGB, and Special Access System Network Infrastructure located in both the NCR and NSGB. - Installs, monitors, manages, and supports switches, routers, and data circuits for OMC Voice, Data, and Video Systems. - Ensures Network Infrastructure is securely configured in accordance with DoD Cyber Security Policy, - Maintains a broad understanding and deep knowledge across all applicable network technologies, advises the OMC Information Technology Division in the utilization and integration of innovative technologies in support of OMC Network requirements. - Leads OMC engineering and installation (E&I) support for inside/outside plant LAN wiring & fiber optic cable terminations. - Installs, configures, maintains, and troubleshoots OMC Network Encryption device operation. - Ensures proper IP Address allocation to optimize network performance and maintain network security. - Leads efforts to troubleshoot network issues and outages, coordinates with internal and external entities to resolve complex networking issues.

Network Engineer will: - Provide O&M support for the OMC NIPRNET, SIPRNET, JWICS Network Infrastructure located in NSGB, and the Special Access System Network Infrastructure located in both the NCR and NSGB. - Provide engineering and installation (E&I) support for inside/outside plant LAN wiring & fiber optic cable terminations throughout OMC facilities in NSGB. - Provide detailed engineering implementation plans, diagrams, List of Materials, and project schedule in support of E&I efforts. The government will provide necessary materials and surge staffing to support implementation projects that exceed established firm-fixed price (FFP) mission support levels as proposed. - Maintain as-built cabling/fiber documentation and diagrams for OMC Network infrastructure. - Configure and manage network encryption devices. - Manage assigned IP address allocations. - Coordinate with JSP/DISA and other Contractor personnel to provide support for WAN optimization and redundancy.

The Senior System Administrator/Task Lead shall: - Provide operational and maintenance (O&M) support for NIPRNET, SIPRNET, and JWICS system infrastructure for approximately 400 users. - Provide support for Special Access System infrastructure for approximately 150 users. - Provide support for Printer infrastructure, to include Pharos Secure Print. - Develop, implement, manage, and maintain VDI for thick/thin/zero clients and server virtualization technologies. - Provide support for SQL Database infrastructure. - Support for OMC server and desktop-based software applications. - Provide data backup and restoration capabilities for NIPRNET, SIPRNET, JWICS, and Special Access Systems. - Support replication of network file share volumes via Distributed Files System w/ Replication (DFS-R) between the NCR and NSGB locations. - Provide support for storage area network (SAN) and encrypted file storage capabilities. - Create/maintain a standalone workstation images in accordance with DOD security standards. - Provide systems recovery and repair operations employing industry best practices for systems troubleshooting and fault isolation.  

 XLA is looking for a Senior Contract Specialist to support our client. The job site is in a niche area in Arlington, VA that is close to restaurants, shops, and public transportation.   Here is what you need to know about the responsibilities: - Develop acquisition plans and procurement  milestone schedules - Coordinate tasks and attend meetings related to the development of a procurement  package - Prepare procurement packages, including preparation  and review of requirements  documentation (e.g., Statements of Work (SOWs), Statements of Objectives (SOOs), Statement of Need (SON), Performance  Work Statement (PWS)), market research documentation, independent  government cost estimates (IGCEs), draft evaluation factors, applicable pre-award determinations and findings, and applicable pre-award clearances  and reviews (e.g., Small Business  Set-Aside Review and Information  Technology  Checklist) - Provide recommendations concerning the selection of contract type and method of acquisition - Prepare and assist with the preparation of Justifications  for Other-Than-Full- and-Open-Competition (JOFOCs) - Prepare or assist with the preparation of Determinations and Findings - Draft or assist in drafting and issuing applicable pre-award synopses - Present or assist in presenting acquisition planning documentation for higher level reviews and approvals - Review of acquisition requirements documents - Review and improve customer statements of work and other pre-award documentation - Participate in working groups - Review and participate in training development and delivery - Develop briefings and position papers, review drafts, and finalize documentation  

The Capture Manager is responsible for the growth of the XLA Portfolio with emphasis on creating new business and winning new opportunities. The Capture Manager will develop, oversee, and execute strategies and plans for specific opportunities/pursuits and is accountable to win new business, as well as, support the proposal process. The ideal candidate will have considerable professional networks within various government agencies such as the DoD, DHS, DOJ, State, USAID etc.   Key Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): - Leads capture efforts to secure new business and re-compete contract / task orders  - Builds and maintains a qualified pipeline to include continual status updates, bid-no-bid decisions, teaming arrangements, and calculated p-Wins - Develops capture strategy including business solution for pursuit of opportunities; identifies potential customers, performs competitive assessments, assists in identifying teaming partners, and support the price-to-win assessments - Leverages the XLA Capture Approach/Workbook for all Pipeline identified opportunities to drive progress and increase the p-Win leading to the final solicitation release - Provides initial Program Manager (PM) assessment of new opportunities to include: planning, risk management, and project performance addressing cost, schedule, and technical quality for related Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) elements on a large system development-type contract or full responsibility for all aspects of program performance on a large technical services-type contract - Maintains an accurate and up-to-date XLA Proposal Forecast Schedule - Coordinates bid/capture team resources and interdependencies between multiple and multi-disciplinary teams to develop a high-quality solution - Develops and presents briefings to internal and external customers to support the capture process - Maintains on-going interaction with external Business Development (BD) teams - Influences & impacts business capture strategy throughout the organization - Influences the development of overall objectives and long-range goals of the organizations - As needed, will lead proposal efforts to serve as a book boss, creates outlines, color teams, scheduling, stand up calls, white glove, production etc.