Patrick Sisk
@patricksisk
Senior procurement and acquisitions leader driving cost savings, compliance, and operational excellence.
What I'm looking for
I am a senior executive leader with broad experience in procurement, acquisitions, program management, and operations across federal agencies. I bring a proven track record of negotiating complex contracts, consolidating awards for major cost savings, and improving procurement cycle times.
At the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, I led full lifecycle contracting with unlimited signatory authority, re-engineered procurement processes to reduce timelines dramatically, and consolidated awards to produce multimillion-dollar savings. I also trained over 100 contracting representatives and designed mentorship programs that delivered measurable career outcomes.
Previously at the SEC and Office of Naval Research, I managed high-profile procurements, negotiated multi-million dollar agreements, and implemented process improvements such as early SmartPay adoption and WIP meetings to enhance oversight and efficiency. My work consistently reduced audit findings, improved vendor collaboration, and increased small business engagement.
I lead with authenticity, data-driven decision making, and a focus on cross-functional collaboration. I am recognized for resilience, tenacity, and building trust-based teams that deliver strategic value while ensuring governance and compliance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Contracting Officer
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 10 months)
Led full contract lifecycle and procurement strategy at a federal regulator, consolidating awards to achieve $13M savings and returning nearly $10M in obligating funds while reducing award lead times and audit findings.
Contracting Officer
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Jan 2014 - Jan 2021 (7 years)
Managed mission-support procurements including three high-profile awards totaling $72M, negotiated $7.5M in savings, and increased small business spend from 5% to 30% through targeted sourcing and outreach.
Contracting Officer
Office of Naval Research
Jan 2010 - Jan 2014 (4 years)
Managed R&D procurements up to $40M, negotiated $68.8M in contracts with $272K savings, and achieved a 96-day average PALT while leading expedited and multi-year acquisitions.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
The Government Affairs Institute at Georgetown University
Graduate Certificate, Legislative Studies
Completed a Graduate Certificate in Legislative Studies focused on legislative processes and government affairs.
Marymount University
Master of Business Administration; Master of Arts, Human Resources Management
Completed dual graduate degrees including a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Arts in Human Resources Management.
Federal Acquisition Institute
Certificate, Contracting & Program Management
Completed contracting and program management certificate coursework relevant to federal acquisition and procurement.
Defense Acquisition University
Certificate, Contracting & Program Management
Completed contracting and program management certificate coursework focused on defense acquisition policies and practices.
Loyola College in Maryland
Bachelor of Business Administration, Management
Grade: Magna Cum Laude
Graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management.
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