Overview
Senior Government Contracts Paralegal Jobs in Remote at JDI Integrations LLC
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
JDI Integrations is a US-based Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that specializes in supplying US government organizations with physical security solutions, expeditionary site solutions, storage optimization solutions, communication solutions, and general contracting services. The company is committed to providing customers with seamless end-to-end services that include end-user training, product warranties, and technical support services.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
JDI is seeking an experienced, proactive Senior Government Contracts Paralegal to serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and business operations. This is not a traditional administrative paralegal role. The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and providing practical guidance on complex contractual, regulatory, and compliance matters related to US Government contracting. The ideal candidate understands the defense contracting ecosystem, can identify legal and contractual risks before they become issues, and provides practical, business-oriented recommendations that enable the organization to move quickly while remaining fully compliant. This individual is expected to take ownership of contract reviews, provide actionable guidance, and help shape sound business decisions across the organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Review, analyze, and provide recommendations on government contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, NDAs, strategic alliances, consulting agreements, reseller agreements, and other commercial and government-related legal documents.
- Review Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), solicitations, contract modifications, and government flow-down requirements.
- Identify contractual, regulatory, and compliance risks while recommending practical business solutions.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on matters involving federal procurement regulations and defense contracting.
- Take ownership of contract reviews from intake through recommendation and resolution.
- Work closely with executive leadership, business development, contracts, finance, operations, and project management teams to support strategic initiatives.
- Interpret and advise on FAR and DFARS clauses applicable to government contracts.
- Support negotiations with prime contractors, subcontractors, government agencies, and strategic partners.
- Assist in developing internal contract review processes, templates, governance, and compliance procedures.
- Monitor changes to federal procurement regulations and proactively advise leadership on their impact.
- Coordinate with outside counsel when specialized legal opinions are required.
- Maintain strict confidentiality while exercising sound legal and business judgment.
QUALIFICATION:
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience supporting and reviewing US Government contracts within the defense industry.
- Must be a United States citizen currently residing in the United States.
- Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate from an accredited institution, or an equivalent combination of education and extensive government contracts experience.
- Extensive experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) contractors.
- Demonstrated experience working with major defense prime contractors and subcontracting environments.
- Expert knowledge of:
- Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
- Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
- Government contracting lifecycle and procurement processes
- Federal subcontracting requirements and contract flow-down provisions
- Strong understanding of the business of federal defense contracting and government procurement.
- Demonstrated ability to independently review, interpret, and advise leadership on contractual, legal, and compliance matters.
- Proven ability to take ownership of legal reviews and provide practical, business-oriented recommendations rather than simply identifying issues.
- Excellent legal writing, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited United States law school.
- Experience with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
- Experience with Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
- Experience supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs.
- Familiarity with CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, and other Department of Defense cybersecurity and compliance frameworks.
- Experience supporting contracts with agencies such as the Department of Defense, Department of State, Department of Homeland Security, or other federal agencies.
Desired Attributes
The ideal candidate will be:
- Highly proactive and solutions-oriented.
- Comfortable taking ownership of legal reviews and recommendations.
- Able to balance legal compliance with practical business objectives.
- A strategic thinker who understands how contracts impact operations, finance, business development, and program execution.
- Confident advising executive leadership while collaborating effectively across departments.
- Capable of anticipating legal and contractual issues before they arise and recommending actionable solutions.
- Comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy and accountability.
- Committed to maintaining the highest ethical and professional standards.
Why Join JDI
This role offers the opportunity to work directly with executive leadership supporting mission-critical defense and government programs. The successful candidate will play a critical role in protecting the organization, reducing contractual risk, enabling strategic growth, and supporting complex federal and international defense initiatives. This position is ideal for an experienced government contracts professional who enjoys being a trusted advisor, takes ownership of their work, and thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment where legal expertise directly supports national security and organizational success.
Pay: $100,000.00 – $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have supporting or reviewing U.S. Government contracts within the defense industry? Please share details
- Please briefly describe your hands-on experience with FAR and DFARS, including reviewing or interpreting clauses and flow-down requirements.
- Do you hold a J.D., Paralegal Certificate, or other relevant legal/government contracts credential? If yes, please specify.
Work Location: Remote
Title: Senior Government Contracts Paralegal
Company: JDI Integrations LLC
Location: Remote
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