NEW JOB OPENING
IT CONTRACTING OFFICER
IN DES MOINES, IA, USA!

 

Date Posted: 12/03/2025
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 494108
Industry: Government/Staffing
Job Title: IT Contracting Officer
Job Location: Des Moines, IA, USA, 50309
Work Model: Hybrid
Work Model Details: Onsite required is on Wednesdays of each week
Shift: 8 to 5
Employment Type: Temporary
FT/PT: Full-Time
Estimated Duration (In months): 6
Min Hourly Rate($): 50.00
Max Hourly Rate($): 57.00
Must Have Skills/Attributes: Analytical Skills, Negotiation, Procurement, Project Management, SaaS
Experience Desired: Experience with State of Iowa procurement systems (e.g., Workday, I/3, or similar) (1 yrs); Knowledge of cybersecurity and data privacy considerations in IT contracts (1 yrs)
Required Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Preferred Certifications/Licenses: Certifications such as NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CPPO, or NCMA CPCM

**C2C is not available**

 

Job Description
***Only qualified IT Contracting Officer candidates located in the Des Moines, IA area to be considered due to the position requiring an onsite presence***

Required Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Public Administration, Information Technology, or a related field

Desired Certification:
• Professional certifications such as NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CPPO, or NCMA CPCM

Required Skills:
• Experience in IT procurement, contract negotiation, or public sector contracting (5 Years)
• Strong knowledge of IT contract types (e.g., SaaS, IaaS, perpetual licenses, maintenance/support agreements) (5 Years)
• Familiarity with state or federal procurement regulations and processes (5 Years)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (5 Years)
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and project management skills (5 Years)

Desired Skills:
• Experience with State of Iowa procurement systems (e.g., Workday, I/3, or similar)
• Experience working in a centralized procurement environment
• Knowledge of cybersecurity and data privacy considerations in IT contracts

Client is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented IT Contracting Officer to join its centralized IT Procurement Team. 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 will bring deep expertise in IT contracting, vendor management, and public sector procurement processes

Job 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 agreements, SaaS, cloud services, hardware, and professional services
• Collaborate with legal, cybersecurity, enterprise architecture, and business stakeholders to ensure contract terms meet technical, legal, and operational requirements
• Ensure compliance with State of Iowa procurement statutes, administrative rules, and internal policies
• Maintain accurate procurement documentation and contract records in the state’s procurement systems
• Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on IT procurement best practices and contract management
• Monitor vendor performance and support contract enforcement and dispute resolution as needed
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and evolving procurement regulations


  • **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**

  • **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**

 

Benefits:
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Rose International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (expression or identity), national origin, arrest and conviction records, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions located in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California will be administered in accordance with their respective Fair Chance Ordinances.

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Rose International has an official agreement (ID #132522), effective June 30, 2008, with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Employment Verification Program (E-Verify). (Posting required by OCGA 13/10-91.).

 

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About Rose

  • Founded in 1993
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  • 150+ Clients: Corporations and Government Agencies
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  • Challenging Assignments Across the U.S.
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