Ryan Zasso

Ryan Zasso serves as a key procurement professional within the FA4855 27th Security Forces Contracting Section under the Department of the Air Force, responsible for managing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain air base infrastructure and operational readiness. He oversees a diverse portfolio of contracts spanning security systems, communications equipment, and facility support services, ensuring compliance with DoD standards and national defense priorities. His work directly supports the modernization of critical assets including secure communications networks, surveillance systems, and environmental control infrastructure essential to airfield operations. Zasso maintains a strong working relationship with ALTUS TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS LLC, a primary contractor delivering integrated security and facility support services. His contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance-based outcomes, with a preference for contractors possessing specialized expertise in defense-grade systems integration. He consistently engages with firms capable of meeting stringent security certifications and rapid deployment requirements, fostering collaborative relationships that prioritize reliability and compliance with federal cybersecurity frameworks. A defining feature of Zasso’s contracting strategy is his robust commitment to small business participation, with approximately 90% of his acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate effort to cultivate a resilient supplier base of qualified small businesses, particularly those certified under socioeconomic programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, and SDVOSB, enhancing innovation and local economic impact while meeting mission needs. His procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 561621 for security systems services, 334290 for communications equipment manufacturing, and 334511 for aeronautical navigation and guidance systems. He regularly acquires integrated surveillance platforms, secure radio and data transmission hardware, and mission-critical instrumentation used in air base defense and infrastructure resilience, demonstrating deep technical familiarity with defense-grade electronic and security systems.