Janet M Szatmary

Janet M. Szatmary serves as a Contracting Officer at the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA), where she plays a pivotal role in advancing U.S. national security through the procurement of services that strengthen international defense partnerships. She manages a diverse portfolio of acquisitions aligned with DSCA’s mission of building partner capacity through training, equipment transfer, and strategic engagement. Her work primarily involves soliciting and awarding contracts for management consulting, educational support, and technical services that enhance interoperability and institutional capacity among allied nations. Szatmary ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with strategic defense cooperation objectives. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Szatmary maintains consistent relationships with a broad spectrum of vendors, including small businesses and specialized consulting firms that provide expert support in defense institution-building. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for competed, performance-based engagements that emphasize measurable outcomes in security cooperation programs. She frequently collaborates with firms offering professional advisory services in defense management, logistics, and capacity development, fostering long-term vendor partnerships grounded in transparency and accountability. Szatmary demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with over 54% of her awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. She actively prioritizes 8(a) competed contracts and has a notable focus on Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, reflecting DSCA’s broader mandate to promote equitable access to defense contracting opportunities. Her procurement approach consistently integrates socioeconomic goals without compromising mission effectiveness. Her primary NAICS focus is on Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611), underscoring her expertise in procuring strategic advisory services for defense institution reform. She also regularly acquires services under Computer Systems Design (541512) and Educational Support Services (611710), indicating deep engagement in capacity-building through training, curriculum development, and digital infrastructure support for foreign military partners.