SaaS Written And Verbal Communication Skills Project Management Skills Consultant   Requirement id 156169 Job title Consultant Job location in Des Moines, IA Skills required not found, IT Procurement Experience, SaaS, Written And Verbal Communication Skills Open Date 03-Dec-2025 Close Date Job type Contract Duration 6 Months Compensation DOE Status requirement --- Job interview type --- Apply    Email Recruiter: coolsoft Job Description Consultant: not found, IT Procurement Experience, SaaS, Written And Verbal Communication Skills Start date :1/5/2026 End Date :06/30/2026 Submission deadline : 12/5/2025 Client Info : 3410 DOM-DoIT Note: * Agency Interview Type: Either Web Cam or In Person Interview * Work Arrangement: Hybrid * RESOURCE NEEDS TO BE AVAILABLE TO WORK ONSITE 2-3 Days PER WEEK AS NEEDED. SUBMIT LOCAL REGIONAL ONLY. Description: The Department of Managements Division of Information Technology (DoIT) is seeking an experienced IT Contracting Officer to support IT contract management, performance monitoring, and compliance. This role ensures alignment with state IT standards and strategic objectives. The State of Iowa 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. 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 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 states 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. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Information Technology, or a related field. At least 5 years of experience in IT procurement, contract negotiation, or public sector contracting. Strong knowledge of IT contract types (e.g., SaaS, IaaS, perpetual licenses, maintenance/support agreements). Familiarity with state or federal procurement regulations and processes. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong analytical, negotiation, and project management skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with State of Iowa procurement systems (e.g., Workday, I/3, or similar). Professional certifications such as NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CPPO, or NCMA CPCM. Experience working in a centralized procurement environment. Knowledge of cybersecurity and data privacy considerations in IT contracts.   Call 502-379-4456 Ext 100 for more details. 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