Acquisition Specialist Jobs in Virginia
Acquisition Specialist jobs in Virginia are among the most active in the country, concentrated in federal contracting, defense procurement, and government program management across Northern Virginia, the Hampton Roads corridor, and the Richmond metro. Major employers with a lasting presence include Leidos, Booz Allen Hamilton, and the Department of Defense, all of which maintain large acquisition workforces in the state. The most in-demand specialties are federal acquisition regulation compliance, defense contract administration, and source selection. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Norfolk, VAWork Shift
First (Days)Overview:
Talent Acquisition Specialist
The Talent Acquisition Specialist will partner with hiring managers and HR business partners to understand and anticipate hiring needs and proactively identify strategic recruiting solutions to meet those needs.
- This role manages the recruitment process for all open positions in assigned business units with a focus on identifying and tapping into new sourcing resources and utilize proactive techniques to recruit diverse, high value candidates
- Engage in tactical and strategic sourcing to help business units proactively source and place top talent
- Executes and facilitates the overall recruitment strategy, including screening, interviewing and testing while serving as a strategic partner to hiring managers
- Participates in projecting future employment needs, creating recruitment plans, and improving the employment process
- This role may lead projects and excels at maintaining and successfully addressing a high load of positions, a variety of positions and/or hard to fill positions in the areas of greatest need
Education
- HS Diploma/GED required
- Bachelor’s Degree strongly preferred
Experience
- Two years of Human Resources experience with a Bachelor’s Degree, or four years of equivalent experience with a High School Diploma or GED are required.
- 3-5 years recruitment experience is strongly preferred
- Recruitment in Healthcare environment strongly preferred
- Experience with high volume recruitment, hard to fill positions
- Sourcing experience required
- Ability to attend recruitment events and participate in TA events strongly preferred (Virginia/North Carolina)
Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
- Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
- Emergency Backup Care
- Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
- Life Insurance
- 401k/403B with Employer Match
- Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
- Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.
For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:
Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
City/State
Norfolk, VAWork Shift
First (Days)Overview:
Talent Acquisition Specialist
The Talent Acquisition Specialist will partner with hiring managers and HR business partners to understand and anticipate hiring needs and proactively identify strategic recruiting solutions to meet those needs.
- This role manages the recruitment process for all open positions in assigned business units with a focus on identifying and tapping into new sourcing resources and utilize proactive techniques to recruit diverse, high value candidates
- Engage in tactical and strategic sourcing to help business units proactively source and place top talent
- Executes and facilitates the overall recruitment strategy, including screening, interviewing and testing while serving as a strategic partner to hiring managers
- Participates in projecting future employment needs, creating recruitment plans, and improving the employment process
- This role may lead projects and excels at maintaining and successfully addressing a high load of positions, a variety of positions and/or hard to fill positions in the areas of greatest need
Education
- HS Diploma/GED required
- Bachelor’s Degree strongly preferred
Experience
- Two years of Human Resources experience with a Bachelor’s Degree, or four years of equivalent experience with a High School Diploma or GED are required.
- 3-5 years recruitment experience is strongly preferred
- Recruitment in Healthcare environment strongly preferred
- Experience with high volume recruitment, hard to fill positions
- Sourcing experience required
- Ability to attend recruitment events and participate in TA events strongly preferred (Virginia/North Carolina)
Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
- Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
- Emergency Backup Care
- Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
- Life Insurance
- 401k/403B with Employer Match
- Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
- Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.
For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:
Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
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Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Acquisition Specialist Job Market in Virginia
A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- State Farm10
- VTG Defense4
- SAIC3
- Amyx2
- Noblis2
Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in acquisition specialist jobs across Virginia.
- Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) or DoD equivalent preferred by Virginia employers
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field
- Direct experience with Federal Acquisition Regulation and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement
- Proficiency in federal procurement systems such as SAM.gov, FPDS, or similar contract management platforms
- Active DoD security clearance or the ability to obtain one required for many Virginia roles
- Strong written communication skills for preparing solicitations, RFPs, and contract documentation
Acquisition Specialist Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a acquisition specialist in Virginia?
Most acquisition specialists in Virginia enter through a combination of a bachelor's degree in business, public administration, or a related field and pursuit of the Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting, which is administered through the Federal Acquisition Institute. Virginia's federal contracting market means employers consistently favor candidates who have completed FAC-C Level I or II coursework. Entry-level candidates often start in contract specialist or procurement analyst roles within federal agencies or large defense contractors based in Northern Virginia.
Which companies hire acquisition specialists in Virginia?
Virginia acquisition specialist roles are posted by State Farm, VTG Defense, and SAIC and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Virginia's concentration of defense agencies and federal civilian departments makes it one of the densest markets in the country for this role.
Which Virginia cities have the most acquisition specialist jobs?
Chantilly, Arlington, and Norfolk have the most acquisition specialist openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia dominates because of its proximity to the Pentagon, major defense agencies, and the large government contracting firms headquartered there, while Hampton Roads and Richmond reflect the Naval Station Norfolk presence and state government procurement activity respectively.
Are there remote acquisition specialist jobs in Virginia?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 47% of acquisition specialist openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the desk-based and analytical nature of much of the work. Contract administration, price analysis, and compliance review functions are the parts of the role most commonly performed remotely, while source selection panels and kickoff meetings typically require in-person attendance.
How can I get hired as a acquisition specialist in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to contract specialist trainee or pathways programs within federal agencies that have large Virginia footprints, including the Department of the Army, the Navy, and the Defense Logistics Agency. Booz Allen Hamilton and Leidos also run early-career rotational programs for candidates with relevant coursework. A lateral move from a purchasing coordinator or program analyst role in a Virginia government contractor is another common route, and completing even the first level of FAC-C coursework gives entry-level candidates a clear edge in the application process.
Where can I find and apply to acquisition specialist jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to acquisition specialist jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings. Search the roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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