Cris M Beveridge

Cris M. Beveridge serves as a Contracting Officer for the Strategic Systems Programs (N00030) under the Department of the Navy, where she manages the acquisition lifecycle for critical national security systems supporting the U.S. sea-based nuclear deterrent. Her portfolio encompasses systems engineering, test and evaluation, and integration of submarine-launched ballistic missiles and associated command, control, and communication infrastructure. Beveridge ensures compliance with defense acquisition regulations while delivering high-integrity, mission-critical capabilities that maintain operational readiness and strategic deterrence. She routinely oversees complex, technically demanding contracts requiring rigorous risk management, systems integration, and lifecycle sustainment planning. Beveridge maintains long-standing relationships with prime contractors including Lockheed Martin Corporation, Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation, General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc., Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc., and JRC Integrated Systems, LLC. These partnerships are characterized by deep technical collaboration on classified and unclassified defense programs, often involving systems engineering services, weapons integration, and advanced electronics support. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, continuous contractor accountability, and adherence to defense-specific standards such as MIL-STD and DoD 5000-series acquisition policies. Beveridge’s procurement portfolio reflects a consistent focus on full and open competition, with 100% of awards issued under no set-aside classifications. While small business participation is not formally prioritized through socioeconomic programs like 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB, her acquisitions remain accessible to all qualified vendors, aligning with the strategic imperative to maintain technical excellence and industrial base resilience across the defense sector. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services), which accounts for 70% of her activity, encompassing systems design, analysis, and integration for strategic weapons platforms. Additional activity includes maintenance and repair services under NAICS 811310 and site preparation under NAICS 238910, reflecting the multidisciplinary nature of infrastructure and systems sustainment required for nuclear deterrent operations. Her expertise centers on high-assurance engineering services supporting classified defense systems.