Alicia M. Becker

Alicia M. Becker supports the Telecommunications Division (HC1013) of the Defense Information Systems Agency in executing mission-critical procurement actions to secure and modernize the Department of Defense’s global communications infrastructure. She manages acquisitions focused on advanced network modernization, secure virtual private network deployment, and interoperable telecom systems, ensuring resilient connectivity for military and federal operations. Her work directly enables DISA’s mandate to sustain and expand secure, high-capacity communication platforms, with a strong emphasis on transitioning legacy systems to next-generation architectures. Becker routinely handles complex, technically demanding contracts requiring deep expertise in cybersecurity, network engineering, and systems integration. Becker maintains consistent procurement relationships with leading telecommunications and systems integration contractors, including AT&T Technical Services Company, Inc., Aerospace & Commercial Technologies, LLC, Liberty Communications, Inc., AOC Connect LLC, and Norfolk Fiber, LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for vendors with proven capabilities in fiber-optic infrastructure, secure data transmission, and enterprise-grade telecom solutions. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, lifecycle support, and compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in technical reliability and mission alignment. Becker’s procurement portfolio reflects a 100% non-set-aside orientation, indicating a focus on open competition to ensure access to the broadest range of technical expertise and scalable solutions. While small business participation is not formally prioritized through socioeconomic set-asides, her acquisitions remain open to all qualified vendors, including small businesses, without preference or reservation. This approach underscores a mission-first strategy centered on capability, resilience, and operational readiness over socioeconomic categorization. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541712 (Research and Development in Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences), 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), and 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), reflecting deep engagement in R&D for secure telecom architectures, network optimization, and mission-critical systems integration. She procures services spanning network architecture design, secure cloud-enabled communications, and real-time data transport solutions, demonstrating specialized expertise in DoD-wide telecommunications modernization and cyber-resilient infrastructure development.