Stephanie Allen Snyder
Manassas,VA
Summary
Seasoned federal acquisition and compliance professional with 20+ years of leadership experience overseeing multi-billion-dollar government contracting portfolios across DOD, DOI, and USAID. Expertise in FAR, DFARS, and CAS compliance, indirect rate development, audit defense, and regulatory risk mitigation. Proven track record advising senior executives, driving audit-readiness initiatives, and strengthening internal controls to optimize acquisition performance and financial integrity. Trusted advisor on complex compliance matters with a strategic, solutions-oriented approach.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief, Cost, Audit & Support Division
USAID
07.2023 - Current
- Lead USAID's division responsible for managing indirect cost audits and compliance for 250+ for-profit and nonprofit organizations, achieving full alignment with FAR, CAS, and agency requirements, improving indirect cost recovery outcomes across multiple federal programs valued at $30.27 billion.
- Advise senior leadership on OIG audit defense strategies and indirect rate policy, resulting in a 30% reduction in audit findings and enhancing the overall financial compliance framework across a complex portfolio.
- Conducted government audit reviews and provided expert audit defense, resolving all audit findings in favor of the agency, and providing actionable recommendations to USAID leadership on compliance improvements.
- Deliver FAR/CAS compliance training to internal teams and external partners, increasing organizational knowledge by 100%, and minimizing audit risks across the board.
Supervisory Contracting Officer/Procurement Analyst
DOI
Herdon, VA
05.2019 - 07.2023
- Led acquisition operations and compliance oversight for a $15.2 billion procurement portfolio supporting clients such as DOD and DHS, strengthening regulatory compliance, reducing procurement risk, and enhancing the efficiency and integrity of high-value federal acquisitions.
- Directed an 18-member compliance and contracting team supporting a $1.7B federal portfolio, driving successful contract negotiations, audit preparation, and indirect cost analysis that improved reporting accuracy and reduced financial risk.
- Developed and implemented indirect rate strategies and audit-readiness frameworks, leading to improved audit outcomes and consistent compliance with FAR, CAS, and agency-specific policies.
- Advised senior executives and federal clients on regulatory compliance and financial risk mitigation, resulting in stronger internal controls and more defensible indirect cost positions during audits.
- Oversaw the closeout of 200+ contracts annually, ensuring full financial reconciliation, timely de-obligation of funds, and audit-ready documentation that supported clean audit opinions.
- Led policy development and audit resolution efforts across five divisions, reducing recurring audit issues and reinforcing a culture of proactive compliance and financial accountability.
- Delivered targeted training on cost principles and compliance standards, improving staff proficiency, increasing audit preparedness, and enhancing the overall accuracy of financial reporting.
Senior Procurement Analyst
DHRA
Alexandria, VA
07.2018 - 05.2019
- Reviewed multimillion-dollar acquisitions for FAR/DFARS compliance, ensuring procurement integrity and preventing regulatory violations in high-visibility programs.
- Led responses to government audits, streamlining internal controls and audit processes, which improved audit readiness and reduced the frequency of findings.
- Designed procurement policies and financial compliance templates used in workforce training, standardizing best practices and increasing consistency across acquisition teams.
- Mentored acquisition teams on cost principles, source selection, and audit defense, building technical capability and improving performance on complex procurement actions.
Supervisory Contracting Officer
Defense Logistic Agency
Fort Belvoir, VA
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Oversaw all phases of acquisition for multimillion-dollar construction and service contracts as a Supervisory Contracting Officer with an unlimited warrant, supporting Air Force and Army installations while ensuring full compliance with FAR, DFARS, and DoD policy.
- Led a team managing over $1 billion in contract value, administering a $627 million portfolio and achieving over $100 million in cost avoidance through early industry engagement and strategic procurement initiatives.
- Built high-performing acquisition teams and strengthened interagency relationships, mentoring junior staff and representing DLA in engagements with Army and Air Force leadership to drive collaboration and operational excellence.
Corporate Administrative Contracting Officer
Defense Contract Management Agency, DCMA
Mclean, VA
09.2011 - 08.2017
- Directed government compliance activities for multinational defense contractors with over $4 billion in annual sales, ensuring strict adherence to Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
- Led operational oversight of business systems, indirect rate structures, and cost accounting practices, mitigating compliance risks and maintaining audit readiness across multi-segment organizations.
- Negotiated corporate-wide indirect rate settlements, pricing agreements, and overhead structures, achieving $175 million in government cost savings while maintaining alignment with CAS and FAR requirements.
- Managed and resolved complex DCAA audits, CAS non-compliances, and regulatory inquiries, collaborating with contractor leadership and government officials to ensure favorable outcomes and sustained regulatory compliance.
- Oversaw a team of cost monitors and compliance professionals, providing leadership, mentorship, and direction in complex financial analysis, audit resolution, and government reporting.
- Advised senior procurement, finance, and compliance professionals on cost accounting practices, risk mitigation, and audit response strategies, strengthening enterprise-wide financial and regulatory integrity.
- Served as a primary liaison to DCAA, DoD, and contractor leadership, presenting audit findings, negotiation positions, and compliance strategies at executive-level meetings.
Supervisory Contracting Officer
U.S. Army Contracting Command
Seoul, Korea
11.2008 - 08.2011
- Led acquisition operations for U.S. Forces Korea, managing the full lifecycle of major IT and service contracts valued at over $300 million, including acquisition planning, negotiation, and post-award administration in alignment with mission and compliance objectives.
- Directed a team of contract specialists and analysts, overseeing daily operations, workforce development, and DAWIA certification efforts, while advising on procurement strategy, policy, and compliance as a trusted SME to general officer staff.
- Represented U.S. Army Contracting Command in senior-level engagements, successfully negotiating high-value contracts through rigorous cost/price analysis and market research, while strengthening industry partnerships and mitigating operational risk.
Education
Senior Executive Fellows Graduate - Kennedy School of Government
Harvard University
Cambridge, MABachelor’s Degree - Business Administration
Brenau University
Gainesville, GAFederal Acquisition Certification - Contracting - FAC-C (Professional)
Federal Acquisition Institute
Skills
- Government compliance and risk mitigation
- FAR, DFARS, CAS Regulatory Expertise
- Business System and Internal Controls Oversight
- DCAA/DCMA Audit Management & Engagement
- Indirect Cost Rate Negotiation & Settlement
- Policy Development & Execution
- Leadership of High-Performance Teams
- Acquisition Strategy & Contract Closeout
Technology Proficiency
- Salesforce (Platform Implementation for Cost Systems)
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- PRISM, FPDS-NG, and government acquisition systems
Security Clearance
Current Secret Clearance; Previous TS/SCI Clearance
Timeline
Chief, Cost, Audit & Support Division
USAID
07.2023 - Current
Supervisory Contracting Officer/Procurement Analyst
DOI
05.2019 - 07.2023
Senior Procurement Analyst
DHRA
07.2018 - 05.2019
Supervisory Contracting Officer
Defense Logistic Agency
08.2017 - 07.2018
Corporate Administrative Contracting Officer
Defense Contract Management Agency, DCMA
09.2011 - 08.2017
Supervisory Contracting Officer
U.S. Army Contracting Command
11.2008 - 08.2011
Senior Executive Fellows Graduate - Kennedy School of Government
Harvard University
Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration
Brenau University
Federal Acquisition Certification - Contracting - FAC-C (Professional)
Federal Acquisition Institute
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