Trump Plans to Nominate DOD Exec Kathryn Wheelbarger to Deputy Undersecretary of Defense for Intelligence and Security Role
President Donald Trump on Feb. 13 announced his intent to nominate Kathryn Wheelbarger to serve as deputy undersecretary of defense for intelligence and security. Currently the principal deputy assistant secretary of defense for international security affairs, Wheelbarger oversees policy issues related to the nations and international organizations of Europe, Russia, the Middle East, Africa and the
Expert Prediction Says 2019 Rife with Strong Deal-Making, M&A
Marc B. Marlin is a managing director at KippsDeSanto & Co. 2018 government contractor technology solutions M&A activity finished off the year strong, with the expectation for continued deal-making into 2019. 2018 saw activity that approached 2017 levels, with GTS deal announcements anticipated north of 80 transactions. Private equity was particularly active in 2018 with
Former CSRA CFO Dave Keffer Named General Partner at Blue Delta Capital
Blue Capital Partners has named Dave Keffer a general partner at the growth capital firm. Keffer is the former chief financial officer of CSRA who helped shepherd the company’s multibillion-dollar sale to General Dynamics earlier this year. “Dave is a well-established market leader in Government Services, having won multiple ‘CFO of the Year’ awards and
Former CSRA CEO Larry Prior Appointed to Novetta Board
CSRA’s former President and CEO Larry Prior has joined the board of directors at Novetta. Prior is a public and private sector veteran with more than 30 years of intelligence, security, technology and defense program experience, Novetta said Tuesday. “It’s an exciting time of growth at Novetta, and I look forward to working with Larry
CSRA Wins $238M VA Managed Services Contract
CSRA Inc. has been awarded a $238 million task order to provide IT service and tech support for Veterans Affairs Department applications, hardware, software, data and services. CSRA plans to hire up to 500 additional staff, located at CSRA’s Integrated Technology Center in Bossier City, Louisiana and its Barbourville, Kentucky facility, for the task order.
General Dynamics Strikes Deal to Buy CSRA for $6.8B
Defense contractor General Dynamics plans to acquire CSRA to bolster its IT business, in a deal valued at $9.6 billion, including CSRA’s $2.8 billion debt. Under the agreement, announced today, General Dynamics will buy all shares of CSRA for $40.75. The acquisition “represents a significant strategic step in expanding the capabilities and customer base of GDIT,” said Phebe Novakovic, chairman and CEO
CSRA’s Yogesh Khanna Joins Forbes Technology Council
CSRA Inc.‘s Chief Technology Officer Yogesh Khanna has been named to Forbes Technology Council. Forbes Technology Council is an invitation-only community for world-class chief information officers, CTOs and technology executives, and members are granted access to exclusive benefits and resources, including the opportunity to submit thought leadership articles and short tips on industry-related topics on
NVTC Announces 2017 Tech Awards Winners
The Northern Virginia Technology Council presented its 2017 NVTC Tech Awards at the annual banquet TechCelebration, honoring those who contributed to technology innovation and supported veterans employment. Larry Prior of CSRA was named Tech Executive of the Year, The MITRE Corp. was recognized for Tech Patent of the Year and PRISM Inc. was given the
CSRA Promotes Yogesh Khanna to Senior Vice President
CSRA Inc. has elevated Chief Technology Officer Yogesh Khanna to senior vice president, recognizing his role in helping the company grow and hire critical-technology employees. Khanna leads the CSRA technology office and the four business group CTOs in shaping the company’s technology sales strategy. He also manages internal research and development, and ensures CSRA hires
KippsDeSanto Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary, Adds Managing Director
KippsDeSanto & Co., celebrating its 10th year as an aerospace and defense investment bank, has hired a new managing director. KippsDeSanto added Warren Romine, who previously led the aerospace, defense and government services practice at FBR & Co. Romine advises clients on acquisition candidates, merger opportunities, divestitures, and financing alternatives, with specific expertise in the commercial aerospace
Sevatec Hires Aslam Nawabzada as CTO
Sevatec Inc. has hired former CSRA partner Aslam Nawabzada to be the company’s new chief technology officer. Nawabzada has held leadership positions at CSRA, The Washington Post and IBM. He has more than 20 years of experience in enterprise technology work, including big data, cybersecurity and IT modernization initiatives within the national security industry, Sevatec
Joe Martore Nominated for Executive of the Year
Nominations are in for the 2017 Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards, which will be announced at a gala Nov. 1 The annual awards, selected through the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce and the Professional Services Council, honor top individuals and businesses in the region’s government contracting sector. “The companies and executives recognized as finalists demonstrate
Raytheon Hires John DeSimone as VP for Cybersecurity
Raytheon Intelligence Information and Services has hired former CSRA executive John DeSimone as vice president of cybersecurity and special missions. DeSimone will lead a team of more 1,700 employees, helping customers shore up cyber defenses and withstand advanced persistent threats from sophisticated attackers, according to the company. “John joins the IIS leadership team with a
McFadden to Direct CSRA’s Cybersecurity Service Area
Dr. Matthew McFadden will lead CSRA’s cybersecurity service area within the Digital Consulting Group, the company has announced. “Over the past decade, Dr. McFadden has risen quickly at CSRA and brings unique expertise to this new role,” said Chief Growth Officer George Batsakis. “Through his leadership, we will expand our services to better support customers
CSRA Wins $498M Contract to Provide DOD Cloud Infrastructure
CSRA has been awarded a contract worth up to $498 million to provide private cloud infrastructure services to the Defense Department. The new indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract, which has a 3-year base period and five option years, supports the Defense Information Systems Agency’s milCloud 2.0 initiative. The program connects commercial cloud infrastructure-as-a-service offerings to DOD networks, with a
CSRA Announces Definitive Agreement to Acquire NES Associates
CSRA has announced its first acquisition as a public company. In its fourth-quarter earnings call, CSRA President and CEO Larry Prior announced the company will be acquiring NES Associates, an award-winning IT and telecom company based in Alexandria, Virginia. While the financial impact is “very small,” according to Chief Financial Officer David Keffer, Prior said the
CSRA’s Larry Prior Emphasizes Scale, Teamwork In NVTC Address
Increased scale and regional ties within Northern Virginia’s government technology community have helped CSRA better address customer demands since last year’s merger between CSC and SRA International, according to CSRA President and CEO Larry Prior. Speaking at the April 7 Northern Virginia Technology Council’s Titan Breakfast, Prior said benefits of scale go beyond the financial
SAVE THE DATE: NVTC Titans Breakfast Event Feat. CSRA’s Larry Prior, April 7, 2017
The Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC) will host its Titan Breakfast Event featuring CSRA President and CEO Larry Prior III on April 7, 2017, at The Ritz-Carlton in Tysons Corner. Prior will discuss last year’s merger between CSC and SRA International to form CSRA and how these changes allow the company to drive innovation and better
CSRA Wins $45M Contract to Advise CBP on Effective Equipment, Deployment Methods
Internet technology services government contractor CSRA Inc. has been awarded a 3-year contract valued at $45 million to advise U.S. Customs and Border Protection on effective equipment options and efficient deployment methods needed to detect and prevent unlawful travel and trade. “Proper border control and management is critical in protecting our nation against dangerous people and materials
Veterans Affairs Awards CSRA $73M Contract to Improve Delivery of Veteran Health Benefits
CSRA Inc. has been won the Enterprise Cloud Services for Information Technology Infrastructure Modernization contract to manage a portfolio of cloud computing services across the Veterans Affairs Department. The 4-year contract, valued at $73 million, will improve the agency’s delivery of enhancements to veteran health benefits and service delivery programs while driving down IT sustainment costs.
Q&A with 2016 GovCon Award Finalist Christian Marrone, VP of External Affairs and Chief of Staff of CSRA
The finalists for this year’s Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards were announced in September and WashingtonExec is bringing you its annual series with the nominees. The Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce and Professional Services Council have unveiled the finalists for the 14th Annual Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards, the premier awards event for the Washington area
USAF Awards Contract to CSRA for Logistics Integration, Weapon Systems Logistics Network Support
CSRA Inc. announced Aug. 24 the U.S. Air Force has awarded the company an IDIQ contract to provide logistics integration and weapon systems logistics network support. The single award contract has an $88 million ceiling over a 5-year period. “A seamless and efficient logistics integration plan is essential and critical to the success of any
Andrew Bryden Extends Term as Chairman of MARCOM Committee
CSRA Chief Marketing Officer Andrew Bryden will continue his co-chairmanship of WashingtonExec’s MARCOM Committee. WashingtonExec’s MARCOM Committee hosts marketing and communication executives to discuss topics such as strategies of sequestration, content generation, internal communications, digital transitions, insourcing versus outsourcing, and employee engagement and relations. At CSRA, Bryden is responsible for the development and management of
CSRA Achieves CMMI Level 4 Rating
CSRA Inc. announced June 20 that two organizations within the company achieved Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI®) Level 4 ratings. The ratings leverage statistical methods and performance indicators to enhance and strengthen the management of the company’s software engineering products. “Earning two CMMI Maturity Level 4 appraisal ratings is a significant achievement for our health
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