Krista Jones

Krista Jones serves as a Contract Specialist within the Information Technology Division of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, where she manages the acquisition of mission-critical digital systems that support national security and immigration enforcement operations. She is responsible for end-to-end procurement of IT services, including requirements development, solicitation drafting, source selection, and contract administration. Her portfolio primarily focuses on modernizing case management platforms, cyber defense infrastructure, and data analytics tools that enable real-time intelligence sharing and operational decision-making. Krista ensures all acquisitions align with federal contracting regulations and agency priorities, emphasizing agility, cybersecurity compliance, and system interoperability across secure computing environments. She maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including BI2 TECHNOLOGIES, LLC and eClinicalWorks LLC, partnering with vendors who deliver specialized software development, systems integration, and health IT solutions tailored to federal law enforcement needs. Her procurement approach prioritizes vendors with proven experience in secure, scalable platforms and a track record of compliance with NIST and FISMA standards. Krista fosters collaborative, performance-based vendor partnerships that emphasize innovation, rapid deployment, and ongoing technical support. Krista’s contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 80% of acquisitions conducted without set-asides. However, she actively supports small business participation through 20% Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, ensuring eligible firms have equitable access to opportunities. While she does not routinely use 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, her consistent use of small business set-asides demonstrates a deliberate commitment to expanding the vendor base and fostering competition among qualified small entities. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services) and 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), reflecting deep expertise in custom software development, cloud-enabled platforms, and IT modernization services. She regularly acquires solutions involving secure data architectures, workflow automation tools, and integrated analytics systems that enhance investigative capabilities and operational efficiency within the ICE mission space.