Alonj'e Smith

Alonj’e Smith supports the IT Strategy and Modernization unit within the Internal Revenue Service’s Department of the Treasury, playing a critical role in advancing the agency’s digital transformation through strategic procurement of mission-critical IT services. Responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle for enterprise-wide technology modernization initiatives, Smith ensures that contracts align with IRS priorities in secure data architecture, cybersecurity enhancement, and interoperable software platforms. Their work directly enables the deployment of scalable, compliant, and resilient IT systems that support efficient tax administration, with a focus on agile development, cloud-enabled solutions, and systems integration. Smith maintains a procurement pattern centered exclusively on small business participation, with 100% of acquisitions set aside under FAR 19.5 for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate and consistent commitment to fostering innovation through diverse vendor engagement, prioritizing firms with proven expertise in federal IT modernization. While specific contractor names are not disclosed, the contracting pattern indicates strong collaboration with small businesses certified under various socioeconomic programs, including 8(a), HUBZone, and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business concerns, all of which are actively encouraged to compete for opportunities. The unit’s procurement activity is concentrated under NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), reflecting a focus on custom software development, systems integration, IT consulting, and managed services for complex tax processing environments. Smith’s technical domain expertise lies in procuring solutions that support secure data platforms, legacy system modernization, API-driven interoperability, and enterprise-level cybersecurity controls. Their acquisitions emphasize compliance with NIST frameworks, FedRAMP authorization, and federal information security standards, ensuring all contracted services meet the IRS’s stringent operational and regulatory requirements.