Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager

Our client a leading research and security firm specializing in protecting embedded devices and firmware across critical infrastructure is seeking a Controller. PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU MEET THE CRITERIA!

Location:Remote (U.S.-based) NYC headquarters - East Coast candidates preferred

Compensation:$130K-$150K

About the Company

Our client is a fast-growing venture-backed cybersecurity software company specializing inembedded device and firmware securityfor both government and commercial customers. Our technology protects missioncritical systems used in national defense aerospace satellite communications automotive and enterprise infrastructure.

Founded over a decade ago and backed by top-tier investors the company operates at the intersection ofdeep technology government contracting and commercial SaaS with approximately 30 employees today and significant growth ahead. The culture is entrepreneurial innovation-forward and execution-focused.

About the Company

Our client is a fast-growing venture-backed cybersecurity and embedded systems firm specializing in embedded device and firmware security across government and commercial sectors. With approximately $10M in revenue and a team of 30 employees the company is at an inflection point for rapid growth following a recent $25M Series A investment from a top-tier private equity firm.

Their technology is deployed in highly critical applications including satellite and national security environments and is trusted by federal agencies such as the Department of Defense and leading Fortune 500 organizations across aerospace telecommunications and enterprise technology sectors.

This is a highly innovative mission-driven organization with a startup culturefast-paced collaborative and growth-oriented.

About the Opportunity

This is a newly created position reporting directly to the COO offering a unique opportunity to build and own the contracts function in a scaling organization. The role is highly entrepreneurial and ideal for someone comfortable operating as an army of one while building processes from the ground up.

The Contracts Administrator will serve as a key partner across finance program management and business development ensuring compliance efficiency and scalability of government contracting operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Contract Management: Own the full lifecycle of contracts including drafting negotiation administration and closeout
• Subcontract Management: Manage subcontract lifecycle in alignment with federal regulations and company policies
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to FAR DFARS ITAR and other applicable regulatory requirements
• Risk Management: Proactively identify and mitigate contractual financial and operational risks
• Negotiation: Lead contract negotiations to achieve favorable business outcomes while managing risk
• Change Management: Oversee contract modifications amendments and pricing adjustments
• Reporting: Prepare and submit required contract deliverables financial reports and compliance documentation
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate cross-functionally with programs finance and leadership
• Document Control: Maintain organized and audit-ready contract files and documentation
• Process Improvement: Drive efficiencies and enhancements in contract processes systems and workflows

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Business Project Management Engineering Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 510 years of experience in Federal/DoD contracting particularly in contract administration or project controls
• Strong knowledge of FAR DFARS and contract types (FFP CPFF T&M)
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as CMMC and NIST 800-53/800-171
• Proven ability to manage complex contracts involving multiple stakeholders
• Excellent communication negotiation and organizational skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced high-growth entrepreneurial environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel required); ERP experience preferred (currently using QuickBooks)
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and eligible to obtain a Top Secret (TS) clearance

Why This Opportunity

• Join a company at a critical growth stage with strong financial backing
• Direct exposure to executive leadership and strategic decision-making