D'Jaris Gladden

D’Jaris Gladden serves as a Contract Specialist at the Securities and Exchange Commission, where they play a pivotal role in executing complex procurements that support the agency’s mission to enforce federal securities laws and safeguard market integrity. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of acquisitions—from requirements development and market research to contract award and administration—Gladden specializes in technical services critical to modernizing market surveillance systems, data analytics platforms, and regulatory compliance tools. Their work directly enables the SEC’s operational capacity to detect fraud, analyze market trends, and ensure transparency in capital markets through mission-critical IT and consulting services. Gladden maintains strategic relationships with leading federal contractors including General Dynamics Information Technology, Booz Allen Hamilton, Maximus Federal Consulting, Team Greenzone JV, and Procentrix, LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for established firms with deep expertise in financial systems modernization, data engineering, and regulatory support services. The contracting patterns indicate a reliance on experienced vendors capable of delivering high-complexity, high-integrity solutions under stringent compliance standards, with consistent engagement across both large prime contractors and specialized joint ventures. While the majority of procurements are conducted under open competition (70%), Gladden demonstrates a deliberate commitment to small business participation, with 20% of awards designated for total small business set-asides and additional allocations for Women-Owned Small Businesses and 8(a) competed contracts. This balanced approach ensures access to innovative capabilities while promoting equitable economic opportunity in the federal marketplace. The primary NAICS focus areas include Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (541690), All Other Legal Services (541199), and Administrative Management Consulting (541611), reflecting a procurement portfolio centered on regulatory analysis, compliance support, and technical advisory services. Gladden’s expertise lies in acquiring specialized consulting and analytical services that enhance the SEC’s ability to interpret complex financial data and enforce securities regulations with precision and efficiency.