Leslie T. Hyman

Leslie T. Hyman serves as a Contract Specialist within the Social Security Administration’s Office of Acquisition and Grants, where she plays a pivotal role in executing complex procurement actions that support the agency’s mission to modernize IT infrastructure and ensure secure, reliable administrative services. She manages the full lifecycle of acquisitions for mission-critical systems, with a primary focus on software development, systems integration, and cybersecurity solutions. Her work directly enables the SSA’s operational resilience by securing essential technology services that underpin benefit delivery and public trust. Hyman routinely handles competitive and sole-source contracts under FAR Part 12 and Part 15, prioritizing performance-based outcomes and risk mitigation in high-stakes technical environments. Hyman maintains established relationships with key contractors including CA, Inc., Johnson Controls, Inc., East Coast Welding & Construction Co. Inc., and Colorid, LLC, reflecting a balanced portfolio spanning IT services, facility modernization, and specialized construction. Her contracting patterns demonstrate a preference for long-term, performance-driven partnerships with vendors capable of delivering integrated solutions across multiple domains, including telecom, custom programming, and postproduction services. These relationships are characterized by consistent recompetition and sustained contract performance, indicating a focus on vendor reliability and technical capability over transactional engagements. Hyman’s procurement activity reflects a strong orientation toward open competition, with 93% of awards issued without socioeconomic set-asides. While small business participation remains limited, she consistently supports 8(a) competed and Total Small Business Set-Aside contracts, aligning with federal goals while prioritizing mission-critical needs. Her approach balances compliance with socioeconomic objectives and the imperative to secure technically proficient, high-performing contractors capable of meeting SSA’s stringent security and operational requirements. Her primary NAICS focus includes 517919 (Other Telecommunications), 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), and 541519 (Other Computer-Related Services), underscoring deep expertise in software development, systems integration, and satellite telecommunications. She regularly procures cloud-enabled platforms, cybersecurity frameworks, and mission-critical IT modernization services, demonstrating specialized knowledge in federal IT acquisition standards and risk-based contracting methodologies.