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Contract Support Specialist jobs are open across government contracting, defense, IT services, and professional services firms, at every level from entry-level coordinator to senior specialist, with specializations in procurement support, contract administration, and compliance. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Contract Manager / Data Analytics Support Consultant – 1099 Contractor
Position Overview
ISG is seeking a Contract Manager / Data Analytics Support Consultant to provide contract administration, project coordination, and business support for a large-scale data and analytics transformation initiative. This individual will work closely with stakeholders to manage contract records, track obligations, coordinate supplier transition activities, support commercial administration, and maintain project documentation and reporting.
The ideal candidate will have experience supporting complex business initiatives involving contract administration, supplier management, project coordination, and stakeholder communication.
Responsibilities
Contract Management
- Maintain contract inventories, including agreements, statements of work, amendments, and related documentation.
- Track contract obligations, renewal dates, notice requirements, dependencies, and assigned owners.
- Identify missing documentation and escalate items requiring additional review.
- Maintain contract action logs, issue trackers, and organized contract records throughout the project lifecycle.
Supplier Transition & Commercial Support
- Review contractual provisions related to transition assistance, scope changes, termination clauses, notice requirements, and ongoing obligations.
- Prepare summaries of key contract considerations, risks, and questions for stakeholder review.
- Track supplier transition activities and contractual milestones against established project schedules.
- Support invoice reviews, transition charges, credits, rate changes, and contractual reconciliation efforts.
Project Coordination
- Prepare draft change requests, amendments, correspondence, and issue logs using approved templates and guidance.
- Coordinate document reviews, version management, and approval routing.
- Attend project and stakeholder meetings, document action items, and track follow-up activities.
- Support daily project coordination activities, task management, and priority tracking.
Analytics & Reporting Support
- Assist with tracking project metrics, contract obligations, supplier commitments, and transition progress.
- Maintain reporting artifacts, reconciliation logs, and project documentation repositories.
- Generate status updates and concise summaries for project stakeholders.
Required Skillsets
- 5+ years of experience in contract administration, supplier management, procurement support, project coordination, or a related business operations role.
- Experience managing contract records, obligations tracking, amendments, and commercial documentation.
- Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
- Experience supporting supplier transitions, contract changes, or large-scale business transformation initiatives.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
- Strong analytical, documentation, and reporting capabilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience interacting with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while managing competing priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting data and analytics, technology, sourcing, or business transformation initiatives.
- Experience working with supplier contracts, statements of work, amendments, and procurement processes.
- Familiarity with contract lifecycle management and project governance processes.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain, Project Management, Information Systems, or a related field
Work Environment
- This is a remote position in the United States, Eastern time zone preferred.
- Contract duration is approximately 5 months with the possibility of an extension.
- Regular collaboration with project stakeholders through meetings, documentation reviews, and status updates.
At ISG, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our clients, and our communities. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. ISG is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The more diverse and inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
The duties and responsibilities described in this job description may not be a comprehensive list. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time and/or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.
#LI-Remote
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Contract Manager / Data Analytics Support Consultant – 1099 Contractor
Position Overview
ISG is seeking a Contract Manager / Data Analytics Support Consultant to provide contract administration, project coordination, and business support for a large-scale data and analytics transformation initiative. This individual will work closely with stakeholders to manage contract records, track obligations, coordinate supplier transition activities, support commercial administration, and maintain project documentation and reporting.
The ideal candidate will have experience supporting complex business initiatives involving contract administration, supplier management, project coordination, and stakeholder communication.
Responsibilities
Contract Management
- Maintain contract inventories, including agreements, statements of work, amendments, and related documentation.
- Track contract obligations, renewal dates, notice requirements, dependencies, and assigned owners.
- Identify missing documentation and escalate items requiring additional review.
- Maintain contract action logs, issue trackers, and organized contract records throughout the project lifecycle.
Supplier Transition & Commercial Support
- Review contractual provisions related to transition assistance, scope changes, termination clauses, notice requirements, and ongoing obligations.
- Prepare summaries of key contract considerations, risks, and questions for stakeholder review.
- Track supplier transition activities and contractual milestones against established project schedules.
- Support invoice reviews, transition charges, credits, rate changes, and contractual reconciliation efforts.
Project Coordination
- Prepare draft change requests, amendments, correspondence, and issue logs using approved templates and guidance.
- Coordinate document reviews, version management, and approval routing.
- Attend project and stakeholder meetings, document action items, and track follow-up activities.
- Support daily project coordination activities, task management, and priority tracking.
Analytics & Reporting Support
- Assist with tracking project metrics, contract obligations, supplier commitments, and transition progress.
- Maintain reporting artifacts, reconciliation logs, and project documentation repositories.
- Generate status updates and concise summaries for project stakeholders.
Required Skillsets
- 5+ years of experience in contract administration, supplier management, procurement support, project coordination, or a related business operations role.
- Experience managing contract records, obligations tracking, amendments, and commercial documentation.
- Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
- Experience supporting supplier transitions, contract changes, or large-scale business transformation initiatives.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
- Strong analytical, documentation, and reporting capabilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience interacting with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while managing competing priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting data and analytics, technology, sourcing, or business transformation initiatives.
- Experience working with supplier contracts, statements of work, amendments, and procurement processes.
- Familiarity with contract lifecycle management and project governance processes.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain, Project Management, Information Systems, or a related field
Work Environment
- This is a remote position in the United States, Eastern time zone preferred.
- Contract duration is approximately 5 months with the possibility of an extension.
- Regular collaboration with project stakeholders through meetings, documentation reviews, and status updates.
At ISG, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our clients, and our communities. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. ISG is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The more diverse and inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
The duties and responsibilities described in this job description may not be a comprehensive list. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time and/or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.
#LI-Remote
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Who's Hiring
- Atlas Field Services10
- CBRE6
- IFS2
- CDM Smith2
- Wells Fargo2
Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance
- Construction & Real Estate
- Investment & Asset Management
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in contract support specialist jobs.
- Experience reviewing and administering contracts from award through closeout
- Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation for government contracting roles
- Proficiency with contract management software and standard office productivity tools
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, or a related field
- Strong written communication skills for drafting correspondence, modifications, and reports
- Familiarity with compliance requirements, including record-keeping and reporting obligations
Tips for Your Contract Support Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to contract language
Hiring managers for contract support roles scan for specific terminology: modifications, task orders, FAR compliance, and deliverable tracking. Pull exact phrases from each job posting and mirror them in your work history so your resume clears the initial review.
Highlight your FAR and DFARS familiarity
Employers expect you to know the Federal Acquisition Regulation and, for defense roles, the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement. Call out the specific parts you have worked with and any formal training or certificates that back that up.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists contract support specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target clearance requirements before applying
Many contract support specialist postings in defense and federal IT require a security clearance. If you hold one, state the level and status prominently near the top of your resume. If you do not, focus your search on civilian agency or commercial contracting roles.
Prepare scenario answers around contract disputes
Interviewers frequently ask how you have handled a missed deliverable, a scope disagreement, or a modification request under time pressure. Prepare two or three specific situations with outcomes you can walk through clearly and concisely.
Negotiate by referencing contract value managed
When discussing compensation, anchor your ask to the dollar volume of contracts you have administered. Candidates who can quantify their portfolio, such as the number of active contracts or total value overseen, have a concrete basis for requesting a higher offer.
Contract Support Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most contract support specialists?
Atlas Field Services, CBRE, and IFS are hiring the most contract support specialists right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Florida, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Defense contractors and federal IT services firms account for a large share of active postings.
How many contract support specialist jobs are remote?
About 62% of contract support specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting steady demand for distributed contract administration. Roles focused on contract review, documentation, and reporting tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions tied to on-site government facilities or classified programs are more likely to require in-person work.
How do you become a contract support specialist?
Start with a bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field, then gain exposure to contracts through an administrative, procurement, or project coordinator role. Earning a certification such as the Certified Federal Contracts Manager or a similar credential from the National Contract Management Association strengthens your candidacy. Building familiarity with contract management software and federal acquisition regulations accelerates the transition into dedicated contract support work.
Can you get hired as a contract support specialist with little experience?
Yes, entry-level contract support roles exist, particularly at government contractors and staffing firms that value trainable candidates. Emphasize any exposure to procurement, purchasing, compliance, or document management, even from internships or adjacent roles. A relevant certification or coursework in contract law or federal acquisition can offset limited direct experience and signal genuine commitment to the field.
What does the contract support specialist interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone or video screen to confirm your background and interest, followed by one or two structured interviews focused on scenario-based questions about contract administration, compliance situations, and stakeholder communication. Some organizations include a brief written exercise, such as reviewing a sample contract clause and identifying issues. Final-round interviews often involve a hiring manager and a senior contracts officer.
Where can I find and apply to contract support specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to contract support specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles to find positions that match your background, then apply directly to each listing that fits your experience and target location.
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