Leaders from major defense contracting firms met with Secretary of Defense Robert Gates to discuss the importance of fulfilling contracts on time and on budget, while being assured the relationship between the federal government and defense contractors will continue to benefit both parties down the road. Attendees included executives from contracting powerhouses Northrup Grumman, Lockheed […] More

It's a great time for government contractors. Yes, despite everything you've heard “” insourcing, plus talk of a “global war on contractors“ “” the time is now for the industry to make its mark. John Hillen recently carried that message to Wall Street, where his company, GLOBAL North America was officially listed on NASDAQ as […] More

For its fourth straight year, ExecutiveBiz brings you its annual list of Ten CFOs to Watch in Government Contracting. In an environment of increased competition, coupled with more frequent calls for cost-cutting measures on the part of government, it’s now incumbent upon every CFO to identify risks “” and strategies “” while strengthening lead infrastructure. […] More

Present: Chief Financial Officer, Eclat LLC Career highlights: Before coming to Eclat in August 2009, Smith had a non-federal business background. Over his 20-year career, he“™s been an investment banker; he“™s started and sold his own company; and he“™s served as an executive of several early stage companies. Personal: The youngest of eight kids, Smith […] More

Present: Vice President Finance, Dell Perot Systems Government Services Career highlights: Background spans information technology, business development, and mergers and acquisitions. Previously supported government services unit within the legacy Perot Systems“™ M&A team. Personal: Samuel enjoys international travel. “I enjoy travel where it not only instantly transports you to another world but also challenges your […] More

Present: Executive vice president, chief financial officer, and treasurer for Stanley, Inc. Career highlights: After receiving his bachelor“™s in accounting from Virginia Tech, Clark secured executive positions at companies including Titan Corporation and Arthur Andersen. Joined Stanley, Inc., in April 2006. Personal: Clark lives in Falls Church, Va., with his wife. He“™s also an avid […] More

The recent recession has hit a number of jobs throughout the world, with cut backs in a variety of sectors, including manufacturing. Now, it appears cybersecurity efforts are also falling victim to the troubled economic times. The Global Centre to Secure Cyberspace, or CyberPol, a center in Canada, has lost a $50 million donation and […] More

Mike Carpenter brings dynamism and an entrepreneurial mindset to his duties at McAfee. As senior vice president for Public Sector, he has presided over the fastest growing section of McAfee. We had the opportunity to speak with him about how he intends to maintain that growth and how McAfee intends to continue to bring  the […] More

While recently attending a seminar for security professionals at the University of Pennsylvania Wharton School, I happened upon “Benjamin Franklin“™s Way,“ a newly constructed campus walkway incorporating a collection of granite pavers with selected maxims from the famous founding father.  While walking along I noticed the following quote: “Distrust and Caution are the Parents of […] More

In a study released yesterday, Botnets, malicious applications and social networking malware top the future threats of 2010. In a study released by BitDefender, cyber criminals will be looking to expanding platforms, target multiple operating systems and mobile devices. “2009 saw a wide range of security threats aiming at both end-users and at corporate networks,“ […] More

Senator Jim Webb (D-VA) will address the Potomac Officers Club at a breakfast event on February 4th, beginning at 8:15 AM.  Senator Webb served with distinction as a combat Marine platoon commander in Vietnam, earning the silver star, the Navy Cross, two bronze stars and two purple hearts at the infamous An Hoa Basin west […] More

It’s been a busy last few weeks for Aneesh Chopra. On Dec. 4, Chopra announced the Obama administration’s Open Government Directive. The news was enough to land Chopra a mention on Jon Stewart’s Daily Show . On the heels of all the buzz, ExecutiveBiz recently caught up with Chopra. We brought our list of questions […] More