Why Choose 5ST?
About US
Founded in 2009, 5ST (5 Stones Technology) was established to support and maintain critical technology and telecom initiatives for various branches of the Federal Government. Our team collectively brings over 40 years of expertise across the U.S. Army, Navy, and Air Force, specializing in classified, sensitive, and strategic defense technologies, advanced telecommunications, and integrated logistics strategies.
At the helm of our organization is Chief Executive Officer Quinard McDonald, a U.S. Army veteran with extensive experience in Advanced Telecommunications, Information Systems, and Logistics Strategy. His deep understanding of government defense operations provides a strategic advantage to our clients, making 5ST the trusted partner for critical information system needs.
Our leadership and key personnel have served with distinction in intelligence, satellite communications, logistics, and procurement. We’ve expanded our capabilities to seamlessly serve government and commercial sectors through a meticulous hiring process, offering cutting-edge technology solutions and professional services.
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Veteran-Owned Expertise: We are a Minority, Small, and Disabled Veteran Owned Business (SDVOB).
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Demonstrated Expertise: Our managers and technicians possess over fifty years of cumulative experience collaborating with the Department of Defense (DoD) as well as various Federal, State, and Local Government entities. A considerable number of these professionals hold advanced certifications and possess security clearances.
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Skilled Leadership: Our senior leaders have honorably served in intelligence, satellite communications, logistics, and procurement, both as enlisted personnel and officers.
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Specialized Training: Our team comprises specialists trained by the Army, Navy, and Air Force in intelligence analysis, satellite communications, Artificial Intelligence (AI), logistics, and technical instruction.
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Passion for Excellence: With decades of expertise, we are committed to delivering best-in-class solutions tailored to our clients’ unique needs. “This is more than a profession—it’s a passion.”
5ST is a consulting and services-based organization specializing in IT and Telecommunications. Our core capabilities are seamlessly integrated by a team of experienced technologists, logisticians, and program management professionals dedicated to delivering innovative solutions.
IT / Network Engineering and Consulting - NAICS 541512
Telecommunications – NAICS 517110
Artificial Intelligence (AI) – NAICS 541715
Program / Project Management and Consulting - NAICS 541618
Integrated Logistics Management and Consulting - NAICS 541614
Visual Engineering, Design and Maintenance - NAICS 541511
Medical Testing Validation/Verification - NAICS 541611
Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) and Acquisition – NAICS 541380
Certifications:
Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert #3992 (CCIE)
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
Cisco Certified Design Professional (CCDP)
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA)
Alcatel/XYLAN Switch Expert
Information Assurance Security Officer (IASO)
Satellite Communications Management
Telecommunication Management
Circuit Activation/Deactivation
Program Management Professional (PMP) Certification
Agile Coach\Trainer
Agile Scrum Master
Defense Acquisition University (DAU) Project Management Certification Level II
Defense Acquisition University (DAU) Logistics Management Certification Level III
Web Engineering and Design Certification and Degree
DAU Test and Evaluation Level III
