Phillip "PJ" Zeller

Phillip "PJ" Zeller serves as a key procurement lead within the FA8307 AFLCMC Hnck C3IN unit of the Department of the Air Force, where he is responsible for acquiring mission-critical software systems that enhance secure command, control, communications, intelligence, and cyber operations across air and space domains. His role centers on executing full lifecycle contracting for advanced software platforms that support real-time decision-making, cyber defense, and resilient computing infrastructure. Zeller specializes in procuring custom-developed and commercial-off-the-shelf software solutions aligned with DoD cybersecurity standards, including those compliant with NIST SP 800-53 and RMF frameworks, ensuring acquisitions meet operational tempo and threat response requirements. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Zeller consistently engages with software publishers and defense technology firms capable of delivering classified and unclassified software systems under strict ITAR and DFARS compliance. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for vendors with proven expertise in agile development, DevSecOps pipelines, and zero-trust architecture integration. He maintains a collaborative relationship with industry partners who can rapidly prototype, test, and field software updates in support of dynamic operational environments. Zeller’s procurement portfolio is entirely non-set-aside, with 100% of acquisitions conducted under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic emphasis on accessing the broadest possible pool of technical capability rather than socioeconomic preferences, prioritizing mission readiness and technical superiority over socioeconomic targeting. His primary focus is on NAICS 513210 (Software Publishers), with acquisitions centered on enterprise software development, cyber resilience tools, mission planning systems, and secure data analytics platforms. Zeller’s expertise lies in procuring software that integrates with legacy and next-generation C3IN architectures, ensuring interoperability across joint and coalition forces. His work directly supports the modernization of Air Force cyber operations and the deployment of AI-enabled decision support systems in contested environments.