Direct Hire Authority (Dha) Solicitation Jobs

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The Direct Hire Authority (DHA) process has become a cornerstone of federal talent acquisition, allowing agencies to recruit qualified professionals without the lengthy FAR procurement cycle. With over 2030 openings across departments such as Defense, Treasury, and USAID, DHA roles are in high demand, offering rapid hiring timelines and competitive federal benefits.

Typical positions include Federal Recruiter, Contracting Officer, Acquisition Specialist, and DHA Solicitation Specialist. Candidates draft solicitations, manage contract awards in SAM.gov and GSA eBuy, ensure compliance with FAR and DFARS, and coordinate with agency stakeholders to secure essential talent for mission‑critical projects.

Salary transparency is crucial in DHA roles because it aligns with federal pay scales (GS levels) and helps applicants compare offers across agencies. Clear pay data reduces wage disparities, attracts top talent, and builds trust in the fast‑track hiring process.

SME Cloud Engineer – DoD/USACE Cloud Infrastructure

Company: Guidehouse

Location: USA

Posted Dec 02, 2025

The job posting is for a senior cloud infrastructure role providing technical and managerial leadership for Department of Defense and US Army Corps of Engineers mission objectives. The position requires extensive cloud engineering experience, security clearance, and leadership skills to define cloud strategies, oversee implementations, ensure compliance, and manage financial aspects. Guidehouse offers a competitive compensation package and benefits.

Director - Audience

Company: Black & White Zebra

Location: USA

Posted Dec 02, 2025

This job description seeks a Director of Audience to drive audience growth through content strategy, cross-channel distribution, and team leadership. The role emphasizes building a scalable content engine, enhancing reader engagement, and converting readership into subscribers. The company highlights its mission to empower professionals through thought leadership and innovation in a fast-growing media tech environment.

SME Automation Engineer – DoD DevSecOps & CI/CD

Company: Guidehouse

Location: USA

Posted Dec 02, 2025

The job posting is for a senior automation engineering role within the Department of Defense. The position requires extensive experience in automation, DevSecOps, and CI/CD pipelines. The role involves leading automation initiatives, establishing goals and frameworks, and ensuring compliance with DoD standards. The company offers a competitive compensation package and benefits.

Principal Machine Learning Architect (L7) - Content Promotion & Distribution

Company: Netflix

Location: USA

Posted Dec 02, 2025

This text describes a senior AI engineering role at Netflix focusing on content promotion and distribution. It outlines responsibilities involving ML/AI architecture design, cross-functional collaboration, and innovation in agentic solutions. The job emphasizes technical expertise, strategic vision, and cultural alignment with Netflix's values.

Senior UX/UI Designer

Company: Netflix

Location: USA

Posted Dec 02, 2025

Netflix is seeking a highly skilled Senior UX/UI Designer to join their in-house development team focused on an innovative game delivered directly to TV via Netflix's proprietary cloud streaming platform. The ideal candidate will take full end-to-end ownership of developing core interaction and experience design for a dual-screen game that will immerse players in a beloved IP franchise. The role requires deep expertise in Unreal Engine 5, especially in UI/UX implementation, and the ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to guide the development and refinement of key features, screens, and menus.

Program Manager - Tribal & Rural Health

Company: CareMessage

Location: USA

Posted Dec 02, 2025

CareMessage is seeking a strategic and experienced Program Manager for Tribal and Rural Health to cultivate relationships, drive adoption, engagement, acquisition, and retention in the Tribal and Rural Health Market. The role involves collaborating with internal teams, aligning with Implementation, Product, and Leadership to deliver measurable outcomes and exceptional customer experiences. The ideal candidate should have experience working with Tribal Health organizations and building trust within complex healthcare networks.

Product Marketing Manager

Company: Clear Capital | CubiCasa

Location: USA

Posted Dec 02, 2025

This job posting seeks a high-impact Product Marketing Manager with B2B experience in SaaS/FinTech/DataAnalytics, emphasizing GTM strategy, sales enablement, and market intelligence. The role involves product positioning, competitive analysis, and creating sales tools. Clear Capital offers competitive compensation, benefits, and career development opportunities within a mission-driven real estate tech company.

Senior Underwriting Officer - Excess Casualty

Company: Liberty Mutual Insurance

Location: USA

Posted Dec 02, 2025

The Senior Underwriting UW Officer Excess Casualty role supports the Executive Underwriting Officer of Major Accounts Casualty. The position focuses on the Majors Excess Casualty portfolio, providing technical expertise and serving as the point of contact for frontline underwriting teams. Responsibilities include providing expert underwriting assistance, ensuring continuity between primary and excess casualty placements, supporting the Executive Underwriting Officer on transactions, monitoring underwriting decision frameworks, evaluating portfolio performance, driving underwriting technical excellence, and working with underwriting leaders to identify product and service enhancements.

Director - Audience

Company: Black & White Zebra

Location: Canada

Posted Dec 02, 2025

This job description outlines a Director of Audience role focused on driving subscriber growth, enhancing content engagement, and expanding cross-channel reach through strategic leadership of content teams and editorial systems. The position emphasizes building scalable content engines, improving audience acquisition, and fostering a culture of innovation within a fast-growing media company.

Director - Channel Marketing

Company: Yubico

Location: USA

Posted Dec 02, 2025

Yubico promotes secure technology and global innovation, offering competitive benefits and a collaborative culture. They seek a Director for Channel Marketing to expand their partner ecosystem.

Senior Cloud Engineer – DoD Enterprise Cloud Operations

Company: Guidehouse

Location: USA

Posted Dec 02, 2025

This job posting outlines a Software Development role requiring advanced cloud computing expertise and a Secret clearance. Responsibilities include leading cloud infrastructure management, ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards, and collaborating with stakeholders. The position offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth, while emphasizing security clearances and compliance with federal regulations.

IT Service Design Lead – USACE Mission Support

Company: Guidehouse

Location: USA

Posted Dec 02, 2025

The job posting is for a Software Development and Support position within the Software Development amp Support Digital job family at Guidehouse. The role involves providing technical and managerial leadership for IT service design initiatives supporting the US Army Corps of Engineers. Key responsibilities include leading the design and optimization of IT services, establishing service design goals and frameworks, managing service design teams, and ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity and governance policies. The position requires US citizenship, a Secret security clearance, at least 14 years of relevant experience, and expertise in service optimization, enterprise IT architecture, and innovation methodologies. The annual salary range is $149,000 to $248,000.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges by seniority for DHA Solicitation roles?
Entry‑level (GS‑9 to GS‑11) salaries range from $55,000 to $80,000 annually. Mid‑level (GS‑12 to GS‑14) range from $90,000 to $140,000. Senior positions (GS‑15+ or senior special) can earn between $150,000 and $250,000, depending on agency and location.
What skills and certifications are required for DHA Solicitation positions?
Candidates need strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and GSA Schedule procurement. Proficiency with SAM.gov, USAJobs, and GSA eBuy is essential. Certifications such as Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM), Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), and GSA Schedule Specialist are highly valued.
Can DHA Solicitation roles be performed remotely?
Yes, many DHA positions support remote or hybrid work arrangements under OPM guidelines. Remote eligibility varies by agency, but the majority of procurement and contracting roles can be done from a home office with secure VPN access.
What career progression paths exist within DHA Solicitation?
Typical paths move from entry‑level procurement specialist to senior contracting officer, then to director of acquisition or agency procurement director. Advanced roles may involve managing large‑scale federal contracts or leading cross‑agency procurement initiatives.
What industry trends are shaping the future of DHA Solicitation?
Digital procurement platforms, AI‑driven contract analysis, and sustainability procurement are emerging trends. Agencies increasingly use DHA to fill urgent hiring needs, emphasizing cybersecurity, data analytics, and technology modernization in federal contracting.

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