Kirsten R. Hawley

Kirsten R. Hawley serves as a Contract Administrator within the FA8773 Acc 38 Cons agency under the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to support cyberspace operations, space security, and secure IT infrastructure. She manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions—from solicitation and evaluation to award and contract administration—ensuring compliance with FAR and DFARS requirements. Her portfolio primarily includes professional services contracts aligned with cyber training, secure communications systems, and facility support for classified computing environments, directly enabling Air Force readiness in high-tempo operational domains. Kirsten maintains a consistent working relationship with AEROSPACE & COMMERCIAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC, a key contractor delivering specialized technical and management services. Her contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance-based outcomes and technical alignment with mission needs. She engages with a focused set of experienced providers who demonstrate proven capability in cyber operations support, systems integration, and secure infrastructure development, fostering reliable, repeat collaborations that reduce acquisition risk and enhance mission continuity. Her procurement strategy reflects a strong commitment to socioeconomic goals, with 60% of her acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This deliberate focus ensures robust participation from small businesses across the defense technology ecosystem, reinforcing the agency’s mandate to cultivate a resilient, diverse supplier base. While no set-aside remains a viable pathway for 40% of her awards, her overall pattern demonstrates a balanced yet prioritized approach to small business inclusion. Kirsten’s primary NAICS focus areas include 541611 (Administrative Management Consulting), 541512 (Computer Systems Design), 541511 (Custom Computer Programming), and 541990 (Other Professional Services). She procures specialized services in cyber operations training, secure network architecture, mission-critical software development, and technical advisory support, reflecting deep expertise in the intersection of defense IT, cybersecurity, and mission assurance. Her work directly supports the agency’s mandate to sustain and advance the Air Force’s cyber and space operational edge.