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Computer Sciences Corp. has tapped Alan Weakley to lead its newly-created North American public sector defense group, its primary organization for Defense Department enterprise solutions, IT services, mission support and training and range operations. CSC created the group by merging its former defense and intelligence unit with its applied technology group. As group president, Weakley will oversee more […] More
CSC announced this week Jim Sheaffer, president of North American Public Sector, will join TechAmerica's Cloud 2 Commission. Sheaffer will serve as vice chairman on the new commission charged with investigating U.S. cloud deployment leadership opportunities. The commission will discuss and recommend public policies relating to Obama's Cloud First initiative. Sheaffer will join co-chairmen Marc […] More
The Environmental Protection agency has awarded CSC a contract worth $100 million for mission support services for its Water Security Division, the company has announced. The work, which has a base period of eight months with four 12-month options, involves support in the areas of scientific, engineering, and emergency management, among others. The company has […] More
CSC (NYSE: CSC) North American Public Sector President James W. Sheaffer will chair an upcoming Red Cross gala that will salute the nation's Armed Forces and their families. “The American Red Cross was born on the battlefield more than 150 years ago, “Sheaffer said. “We recognize and thank the members of our Armed Forces for […] More
Recruiting and retaining top talent has always been a human resources departments’ biggest goal and challenge. So what is the secret to attracting and sustaining employees? Thinking outside the box, of course. Alion Science and Technology launched Alion University, which provides employees with distance-learning education on a wide array of topics, including finance, engineering, management […] More
For federal contractors, it's a delicate balance: Bringing in the next generation of talent, while still complying with federal contracting requirements that specify a minimum number of years' experience to perform on a contract. Nearly three years ago, CSC North American Public Sector President Jim Sheaffer responded with a call to action all his own: […] More
Jim Sheaffer, North American Public Sector President of CSC, was recently featured as one of the speakers at Fairfax Chamber of Commerce's GovCon Luncheon. During his main talking points, he offered some encouraging words for members of the government contracting community. “Despite some of the difficulties that we are facing as an industry, serving the […] More
Earlier this week, the Fairfax Chamber of Commerce hosted “Voices of GovCon ““ A Discussion with Top Industry Executives“ and a presentation of the Distinguished Service Awards at the Fairview Park Marriott in Falls Church, Va. The luncheon featured a panel of speakers including John Hillen, president and CEO of Global Defense Technology & Systems, […] More
The Fairfax Chamber of Commerce hosted “Voices of GovCon ““ A Discussion with Top Industry Executives“ plus a presentation of the Distinguished Service Awards on Monday, May 24, 2010 at the Fairview Park Marriott. After the Presentation of Colors by the National Capitol Region Joint Services Color Guard, and the National Anthem by the U.S. […] More
EVENTS | On Saturday, Oct. 17, more than 600 military, government, corporate and community leaders will join in support of military members and their families at the 2009 Fire and Ice Ball. With two months to go, how are preparations going? Here’s what the event’s co-chairs “” Jim Sheaffer of CSC and Teresa Carlson of […] More
Insourcing. Organizational conflict of interest. Transparency. If ever industry had its share of issues on the table, this would be it. For ideas on how to navigate the hot button issues of the day, ExecutiveBiz recently caught up with industry veteran Jim Sheaffer, president of CSC – North American Public Sector. In a candid exchange, […] More
Over the years, I’ve noticed an interesting trend: Many executives in leadership positions also served in the U.S. Navy. That little tidbit comes up so often, it’s led us to wonder if there’s something in the water. So, what’s the link between Navy service and being a successful leader in government contracting? We recently took […] More
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