Darya Safai

Darya Safai is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in contract and acquisition analysis, particularly within the context of federal operations. Currently serving as a Senior Contract/Acquisition Analyst at Pioneering Evolution, LLC since April 2019, Darya has previously contributed as a Contract Specialist at YRCI from 2018 to 2019 and as a Program Analyst at Patrona Corporation from 2016 to 2018, supporting NAVSEA initiatives. Darya's educational background includes a Master of Public Policy focused on Federal Acquisitions and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government, both obtained from the University of Maryland. Prior roles also include a Graduate Research Assistant position at the University of Maryland Center for Public Policy and Private Enterprise and a Community Outreach Internship at the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development.