Cynthia Matthews

Cynthia Matthews serves as a key procurement lead within the Commander (M00264), Department of the Navy, where she manages mission-critical acquisitions to sustain and modernize naval warfighting capabilities. Her responsibilities center on securing advanced technology services that enhance command and control architectures, tactical computing environments, and cyber-enabled decision systems. She routinely oversees contracts for systems engineering, software integration, and mission support services, ensuring alignment with operational readiness goals and the Navy’s digital transformation priorities. Her acquisitions are strategically aligned with the agency’s focus on rapid capability delivery and resilient infrastructure. Matthews maintains consistent partnerships with a select group of specialized contractors, including GOLDBELT HAWK L.L.C., ALEX-ALTERNATIVE EXPERTS, LLC, TNDA TECHNOLOGIES INC., BC MARKET SOLUTIONS LLC, and BIOSPACE, INC. These firms provide deep expertise in computer systems design, cybersecurity integration, and mission-critical software development. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with proven experience in defense-grade environments, often engaging them through competed procurements to ensure technical rigor and performance accountability. Her procurement strategy equally prioritizes socioeconomic diversity, with 50% of awards directed to 8(a) certified small businesses and the remaining 50% awarded under open, non-set-aside competitions. This balanced approach ensures both innovation from emerging small business talent and continuity with experienced defense contractors, reinforcing the agency’s commitment to a robust, inclusive supplier base. Matthews specializes in NAICS 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services) and 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), focusing on procurements for real-time data processing, sensor network integration, armored vehicle command systems, and secure communications platforms. Her technical domain expertise lies in delivering scalable, cyber-secure computing solutions that support naval operations across distributed and contested environments.