Matthew K Wilkens

Matthew K. Wilkens serves as a key procurement lead within the Telecommunications Division (HC1013) of the Defense Information Systems Agency, where he supports the acquisition of mission-critical telecommunications and network infrastructure services. Responsible for managing complex contracts that enable secure, high-capacity connectivity across DoD global operations, Wilkens focuses on modernizing legacy telecom systems, deploying encrypted virtual private networks, and ensuring interoperability across military and federal networks. His portfolio centers on IT services, network engineering, and systems integration contracts that directly support DISA’s mission to sustain and expand the Department’s secure communications architecture. Wilkens maintains consistent working relationships with leading telecommunications and IT services providers, including AT&T Technical Services Company, Inc., AOC Connect LLC, and Norfolk Fiber, LLC. His procurement approach emphasizes partnerships with vendors capable of delivering scalable, resilient, and classified-compliant network solutions. He frequently engages contractors with expertise in fiber optic deployment, managed network services, and secure data center operations, fostering long-term vendor collaboration to meet evolving operational demands and cybersecurity requirements. His contracting patterns reflect a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with approximately 40% of awards directed toward small business set-asides, including 26.7% allocated to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and 13.3% reserved for HUBZone firms. While the majority of acquisitions remain open to full and open competition, Wilkens actively prioritizes small business participation to foster innovation and enhance supply chain diversity within the defense telecom ecosystem. The majority of his procurements fall under NAICS 541513 (Computer Facilities Management Services) and 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), reflecting a strong focus on managed network operations, cloud-enabled telecom support, and systems integration. He also frequently sources engineering and testing services under NAICS 541330 and 541380, underscoring expertise in network performance validation, cybersecurity testing, and infrastructure lifecycle management for mission-critical defense communications.