Kristin Lemus
Vice President of Health IT and Cyber, ECS
Kristin Lemus oversees the execution, delivery and growth of ECS’ Defense Health division. Her team plays a crucial role in assisting the Program Executive Office Defense Healthcare Management Systems and Defense Health Agency in implementing and executing innovative and mission-critical large-scale enterprise IT solutions.
Lemus’ team is at the forefront of DHA’s transformation, leading key initiatives on high-visibility and critical missions such as the Health Information Archive and operations aboard the USNS Mercy. Their work ensures the defense health system remains robust, efficient and cutting-edge, catering to the unique needs of military healthcare.
“At ECS, we pride ourselves on delivering powerful solutions for a complex world,” said Keith Quigley, ECS senior vice president of health and civilian. “We take a collaborative approach to solving our clients’ most pressing challenges, helping create an ecosystem that provides meaningful outcomes for our active duty servicemembers and veterans. Kristin’s leadership is a driving force behind making that impact.”
Why Watch
In 2024, Lemus and her team are dedicated to further advancing the transformation of defense health. They aim to leverage ECS’ deep expertise in data and AI, customer experience, enterprise transformation and cybersecurity to drive mission success. The goal is to bring innovative solutions and unparalleled support to ensure that defense health continues to deliver exceptional care and service to our warfighters and the medical professionals who serve them.
“Being part of the Defense Health industry for the past 16 years has been incredibly meaningful to me,” Lemus said. “It is an immensely important mission, ensuring that our warfighters and the medical professionals who serve them receive the best possible services. This mission keeps me energized and dedicated. I have been fortunate to collaborate with some of the best and brightest Government customers and industry colleagues who are highly committed to identifying and implementing innovative solutions to address some of the biggest challenges facing the enterprise.”
Fun fact: Lemus’ passion for the military and leadership comes from her family’s strong influence. Her father served in the U.S. Air Force for 21 years and later thrived as a manufacturing executive, inspiring her pursuit of excellence. Her Icelandic mother embodies strength and resilience, motivating Lemus daily. The dedication of her parents and other military family members drives her commitment to her work and ECS’ mission.