Erin Shaulis

Erin Shaulis serves as a Contract Specialist within the Contract Administration Services Division (70RCAS) of the Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Procurement Operations, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that support national security and operational readiness. She specializes in the procurement of professional and management development training services, ensuring that DHS personnel receive high-quality, accredited instruction in leadership, technical competencies, and regulatory compliance. Her work directly advances the agency’s mission to strengthen systems engineering, cybersecurity, and scientific research capabilities through strategic workforce development. Shaulis manages the full lifecycle of contract actions—from market research and solicitation to award and administration—focusing on performance-based, outcome-driven contracts that align with federal acquisition regulations and DHS strategic priorities. While specific contractor names are not disclosed, Shaulis maintains collaborative relationships with a diverse pool of qualified vendors, primarily small businesses certified under socioeconomic programs. Her procurement approach emphasizes transparency, competition, and vendor engagement, fostering long-term partnerships with firms capable of delivering tailored training solutions in areas such as leadership development, technical certification, and interagency coordination. Shaulis is fully committed to small business participation, with 100% of her acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This consistent preference reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize economic opportunity and build capacity within the small business community, ensuring that DHS benefits from innovative, agile service providers while advancing equitable contracting outcomes. Her primary procurement focus is on NAICS 611430—Professional and Management Development Training—encompassing curriculum design, instructor-led and virtual training delivery, leadership coaching, and workforce certification programs. She specializes in acquiring services that enhance DHS workforce proficiency in cybersecurity protocols, emergency response frameworks, and systems engineering best practices, ensuring alignment with evolving federal training standards and mission-critical operational needs.