Information Technology Procurement

Title : IT Contracting Officer

Duration : 5 Months

Flexibility : Hybrid

Location : Moines, IA

Interview Type : Web Cam or In-Person

Onsite Requirement : 2–3 days / week – Local / Regional candidates only

Job Overview

Seeking an experienced IT Contracting Officer to support IT contract management, performance monitoring, and compliance. The role ensures alignment with state IT standards and strategic objectives.

This position plays a critical role in managing complex IT procurements, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with state and federal procurement laws, policies, and best practices. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in IT contracting, vendor management, and public-sector procurement processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end IT procurement processes, including RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, and sole-source justifications.
• Draft, review, and negotiate IT contracts, including software licensing, SaaS, cloud services, hardware, and professional services.
• Collaborate with legal, cybersecurity, enterprise architecture, and business stakeholders to ensure contract terms meet all requirements.
• Ensure compliance with procurement statutes, administrative rules, and internal policies.
• Maintain accurate procurement documentation and contract records.
• Provide guidance and training on IT procurement best practices and contract management.
• Monitor vendor performance and support contract enforcement and dispute resolution.
• Stay current on industry trends, technology, and procurement regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications