Kali Ushijima

Kali Ushijima serves as a key procurement lead within the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), overseeing the acquisition of mission-critical information technology services to support global military command, control, and cyber operations. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of contracts under NAICS 541519, Ushijima ensures the timely delivery of secure, interoperable software solutions and system integration services that sustain DISA’s global network infrastructure. Their work directly enables secure communications, cyber defense capabilities, and resilient data architectures across all domains, aligning acquisitions with DoD-wide modernization priorities and cybersecurity compliance standards. Ushijima maintains a collaborative procurement approach, engaging primarily with small businesses and specialized IT service providers capable of delivering agile, secure, and scalable solutions. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, their contracting patterns reflect consistent engagement with firms possessing DoD authorization, CMMC compliance, and experience in cloud-native architectures, zero-trust frameworks, and mission-critical software development. Relationships are built on technical proficiency, rapid response capability, and adherence to federal cybersecurity requirements. A staunch advocate for socioeconomic diversity in defense contracting, Ushijima prioritizes small business participation, with 60% of acquisitions designated as total small business set-asides and 40% specifically reserved for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB). This reflects a deliberate strategy to cultivate a robust, resilient vendor base capable of meeting DISA’s high-integrity requirements while promoting equitable access to federal opportunities. Ushijima’s procurement portfolio is exclusively focused on NAICS 541519—Other Computer Related Services—encompassing systems integration, cybersecurity consulting, software development, and IT infrastructure support. Their technical expertise centers on mission-enabling services that underpin secure global connectivity, enterprise cloud migration, and automated network operations, ensuring DISA’s information systems remain agile, hardened, and interoperable across joint and coalition environments.