URGENT HIRING IT Contracting / Procurement Officer
Client : State of Iowa (Job ID : 785851) -Hybrid Local Iowa Candidates Only
We are urgently seeking a highly experienced IT Contracting / Procurement Officer with at least 5 years of specialized experience in IT procurement and public-sector contracting. This role is essential in managing complex IT procurements, negotiating vendor contracts, and ensuring strict compliance with state and federal procurement laws, policies, and best practices.
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS :
- Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Information Technology, or a related field
- Hands-on experience in IT procurement, contract negotiation, or public-sector contracting
- Strong working knowledge of multiple IT contract types (SaaS, IaaS, perpetual licenses, hardware / software agreements, maintenance & support, etc.)
- Familiarity with state or federal procurement regulations and processes
- Experience using State of Iowa procurement systems (Workday, I / 3, or similar tools)
- Professional procurement certifications : NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CPPO, or NCMA CPCM
- Experience working in a centralized procurement environment
- Knowledge of cybersecurity and data privacy requirements as they relate to IT contracts