Paul Wilson

Paul Wilson supports the It Contracting Division - PL83 within the Defense Information Systems Agency, where he plays a critical role in procuring mission-critical IT services that sustain and modernize secure defense communication and computing infrastructures. He manages a portfolio of acquisitions focused on software development, cybersecurity enhancements, and legacy system modernization, ensuring alignment with DoD standards for interoperability, resilience, and operational continuity. His work directly enables the agency’s mission to deliver reliable, secure information systems for warfighters and defense stakeholders across global operations. While specific contractor names are not publicly available, Wilson maintains a broad network of IT service providers and software vendors capable of delivering complex, high-assurance solutions. His contracting patterns reflect engagement with both large prime contractors and specialized niche firms experienced in defense-grade software integration, cloud migration, and zero-trust architecture implementation. He consistently prioritizes vendors with proven track records in handling classified environments and DoD compliance frameworks such as NIST SP 800-53 and RMF. Wilson’s procurement strategy demonstrates a strong emphasis on open competition, with 87.5% of acquisitions conducted without set-asides, reflecting the technical complexity and mission urgency of the requirements. However, he actively supports small business participation, allocating 12.5% of opportunities to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, ensuring qualified small firms can contribute to critical defense IT initiatives. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), encompassing systems integration, cybersecurity support, and IT operations, complemented by significant activity in NAICS 511210 (Software Publishers) and 513210 (Software Publishers), indicating sustained demand for custom-developed and commercial-off-the-shelf software solutions. His technical expertise centers on secure software lifecycle management, cloud-native architectures, and defense-specific application modernization.