Emily Newman

Emily Newman serves as a Contract Specialist within the Contract Administration Services Division (70RCAS) of the Department of Homeland Security, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that support national security and operational readiness. She manages the full lifecycle of professional, scientific, and technical service contracts, with a focus on cybersecurity, systems engineering, and physical science R&D initiatives. Her work ensures the timely and compliant procurement of capabilities essential to maintaining the integrity of DHS’s technological infrastructure and mission-critical systems. Newman operates within a framework of strict regulatory compliance, applying FAR and DFARS provisions to deliver high-value, low-risk contracting outcomes aligned with agency priorities. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Newman maintains collaborative relationships with a diverse ecosystem of vendors, including small businesses, mid-tier contractors, and specialized technical firms with expertise in cybersecurity architecture, systems integration, and advanced engineering services. Her procurement approach emphasizes transparency, competitive bidding, and performance-based contract structures to ensure accountability and mission alignment. She actively engages with industry through pre-solicitation outreach and market research to refine requirements and foster innovation. Newman exhibits a steadfast commitment to small business participation, with 100% of her acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize opportunities for small disadvantaged businesses, HUBZone firms, and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, ensuring equitable access to federal contracts and promoting economic resilience within the national security supply chain. Her contracting patterns consistently prioritize socioeconomic goals without compromising technical rigor or mission outcomes. Her technical domain expertise centers on NAICS categories related to scientific research and development, information technology services, and engineering support, particularly in cybersecurity defense, systems analysis, and mission-critical infrastructure modernization. She routinely procures complex services involving risk assessment, threat modeling, secure systems architecture, and compliance with NIST standards, making her a key enabler of DHS’s technological sovereignty and operational resilience.