Evan Strother

Evan Strother serves as the Alternate Point of Contact for the ICE/M&A/CIO division within the Department of Homeland Security, supporting the acquisition of mission-critical information technology capabilities that enhance national security and operational resilience. In this role, he assists in the planning, solicitation, and administration of contracts for cyber-enabled systems, data infrastructure, and interoperable communications platforms. He works closely with senior contracting officers to ensure acquisitions align with DHS strategic priorities, including real-time intelligence sharing, secure command and control systems, and modernized digital infrastructure. His responsibilities include reviewing technical requirements, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations across complex IT and systems integration procurements. While no primary contractor relationships are currently documented, Strother engages with a broad spectrum of vendors delivering IT services, systems design, and communications equipment solutions. His working pattern reflects collaboration with both large systems integrators and specialized small businesses, emphasizing technical agility and mission alignment over vendor size. He participates in pre-solicitation outreach and industry days to foster transparent communication and ensure market awareness of ICE/M&A/CIO’s evolving technical needs. Strother’s procurement activity reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 94.1% of acquisitions issued without set-aside restrictions. However, he actively supports small business participation, with 5.9% of awards directed to service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB), demonstrating a measured but intentional commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals under DHS guidelines. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) and 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), reflecting deep engagement with custom software development, cybersecurity architecture, and IT modernization. He also regularly procures services under 511210 (Software Publishers) and 541513 (Computer Facilities Management), indicating expertise in cloud-enabled platforms, data center operations, and secure IT infrastructure support. His domain expertise centers on securing digital ecosystems that underpin intelligence, communications, and public safety missions.