Cybersecurity & Zero Trust Implementation

The contract seeks to implement comprehensive identity management, security controls, and monitoring systems aligned with Zero Trust architecture and federal cybersecurity standards to enhance the Defense Health Agency's overall security posture. The work is focused on achieving Zero Trust maturity by deploying modern access controls, continuous authentication, least privilege enforcement, and real-time threat detection across all systems and networks under the agency’s purview. The performance location is designated as 22209, indicating a primary focus on operations within the Washington D.C. metropolitan area, though the scope may extend to any connected infrastructure supporting the agency’s mission. This subcontract, classified under NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services, is open for responses until August 20, 2026, and is intended to support the Department of Defense’s broader cybersecurity initiatives. While specific point of contact information is not provided, the solicitation emphasizes adherence to federal mandates and requires proposers to demonstrate proven experience in Zero Trust implementation, identity governance, and security monitoring at scale. Successful bidders must show the ability to integrate these capabilities seamlessly into existing environments while maintaining operational continuity and meeting rigorous compliance requirements for handling sensitive health and defense data.