Ashley Johnson

Ashley Johnson supports the strategic procurement mission of Acquisitions - Aqm Momentum (19AQMM) within the Department of State, facilitating the acquisition of critical technical and security services that sustain U.S. diplomatic operations overseas. Though her formal title is not specified, her role centers on managing complex contracts for IT modernization, facility infrastructure, and security systems essential to mission readiness. She oversees the full lifecycle of acquisitions—from requirements definition to contract award and administration—ensuring alignment with federal procurement regulations and the agency’s mandate to protect personnel and infrastructure abroad. Johnson maintains consistent working relationships with a diverse set of prime contractors, including PBG Consulting, LLC, CGI Federal Inc., and AMD International Technologies LLC, alongside international partners such as Pütz Security AG. Her procurement patterns reflect a balanced approach between established federal contractors and specialized firms with niche expertise in security systems and technical integration. These partnerships are typically structured as performance-based, task-order contracts under indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) vehicles, emphasizing scalability and rapid response to evolving diplomatic security needs. Her contracting portfolio reflects an even split between full and open competitions and Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for small businesses without compromising mission-critical capabilities. She consistently prioritizes socioeconomic diversity in vendor selection, actively engaging small business concerns in high-demand technical categories. Johnson’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services) and 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), driving acquisitions for cybersecurity infrastructure, network modernization, and integrated facility management systems. Her technical expertise spans secure IT architecture, environmental compliance for overseas posts, and mission-critical systems integration, positioning her as a key enabler of digital resilience and operational continuity for U.S. embassies and consulates worldwide.