Shakita Allmond

Shakita Allmond serves as a key procurement lead within the C5I Division 1 Alexandria under the U.S. Coast Guard and Department of Homeland Security, where she supports the acquisition of mission-critical command, control, communications, computers, and intelligence (C5I) capabilities. Her role centers on executing full-cycle contracting for enterprise IT modernization, secure telecommunications infrastructure, and operational resilience systems that underpin maritime domain awareness. She manages complex acquisitions aligned with DHS cybersecurity and interoperability standards, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while delivering agile, scalable solutions to sustain continuous operational readiness. Allmond collaborates with a diverse ecosystem of federal contractors specializing in defense-grade IT services, systems integration, and mission-critical consulting. While specific vendor names are not disclosed, her procurement patterns reflect consistent engagement with firms possessing TS/SCI clearances, ISO 27001 certifications, and experience in secure cloud architectures and satellite communications. Her working relationships emphasize performance-based outcomes, risk mitigation, and adherence to NIST SP 800-53 controls, fostering long-term partnerships with vendors capable of rapid deployment and sustainment in high-stakes operational environments. Allmond’s contracting portfolio reflects a strict preference for open competition, with 100% of awards issued under non-set-aside authorities. This indicates a strategic focus on technical capability and mission suitability over socioeconomic preferences, prioritizing access to the broadest possible pool of qualified vendors with proven expertise in classified and sensitive C5I systems. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) and 541611 (Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services), reflecting demand for cybersecurity services, systems engineering, IT modernization consulting, and enterprise architecture support. She regularly procures solutions involving secure network modernization, data analytics platforms, and mission-critical software development tailored to Coast Guard operational needs.