Working on what matters at Tysons Headquarters Appian
Founded by four roommates in a Fairfax County apartment 25 years ago, Tysons-based Appian has grown into a global company. Appian is a leading software company that automates business processes for the world’s most innovative enterprises and government agencies.
Located in a state-of-the-art glass office tower in Tysons, Appian offers an inviting and collaborative environment with a full-size gym, on-site day care, dining options, dry cleaning and more. With over 2,000 employees, Appian has nearly 100 job openings at the time of this article, with opportunities in engineering, client success, sales, marketing, and corporate roles. Considering a move to Northern Virginia? Appian also offers relocation packages for some new employees.
Appian Chief Human Resources Officer Susan Charneau speaks with the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority to learn more about the company, what it’s like to work there, why it’s great to be headquartered in Fairfax County, and our employees. spoke about how they are tackling “important things.” At Appia.
“Fairfax County is a great place to acquire talent. We are committed to keeping our home base here and ensuring this location continues to grow as we become a more international and global company. We have been very intentional about this,” Charneau said.
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please ring my bell
Amentum, a global engineering and technology services company based in Chantilly, has reached a significant milestone as it begins trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol “AMTM.” With a global footprint in approximately 80 countries and more than 53,000 employees, Amentum provides engineering and technology solutions across the lifecycle. Adam Harrison, Head of Strategy and Corporate Development at Amentum, posted on LinkedIn: A huge thank you to the many hardworking 24/7 teams who made this day possible. I couldn’t be more excited about what the future holds for our team and the innovative solutions we will deliver together. ” There is much more to homeland security today.
well-deserved honor
Tysons-based Booz Allen Hamilton CEO Horacio Rozanski has been named the Washington Business Journal’s 2024 CEO of the Year. The Argentine’s rise to CEO is similar to that of most other chief executives. He joined the government contractor as an intern in 1991 and rose to CEO in 2015. This year, I added chairman to my resume. Rozansky is also committed to the community and serves as chair of the board of directors of Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC. He also serves on the boards of Marriott International, CARE USA, and the Economic Club of Washington. The Washington Business Journal said its criteria for CEO of the Year is to recognize individuals who have moved their organizations, industries and regions forward in positive directions.
collective defense
According to Yahoo News, Tysons-based MITER’s Threat Information and Defense Center collaborates with more than 15 companies to advance the community’s knowledge of threats and defenses for AI-enabled systems, culminating in the launch of the AI Incident Sharing Initiative It is said that it has reached . Secure AI project collaborators include AttackIQ, BlueRock, Booz Allen Hamilton, CATO Networks, Citigroup, Cloud Security Alliance, CrowdStrike, FS-ISAC, Fujitsu, HCA Healthcare, HiddenLayer, Intel, JPMorgan Chase Bank, Microsoft, Standard Chartered, and Verizon Business. “As public and private organizations of all sizes and sectors continue to incorporate AI into their systems, the ability to manage potential incidents is essential,” said Douglas Robbins, vice president of MITER Labs. “Standardized and rapid information sharing about incidents will enable the entire community to strengthen the collective defense of such systems and reduce external harm.”
Making the world safer and smaller
Zapata AI, a Boston-based provider of solutions for enterprise and defense sectors, announced its first commercial agreement in partnership with Chantilly-based MAG Aerospace. MAG is an independent company that provides a full spectrum of outsourced ISR (intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance) services for manned and unmanned systems and a full spectrum of multidomain deep sensing capabilities, including cyber, electronic warfare, and tactical theater communications. is a defense contractor. world. “MAG’s mission is to make the world smaller and safer. We serve our customers anywhere in the world and under extreme and demanding operating conditions. Decision Making in the Operating Room As the pace of technology increases, you should consider partnering with non-traditional AI and software providers who can quickly deliver innovations that help deliver solutions that help customers maintain tactical decision-making advantages. We are excited to partner with companies like Zapata AI to help advance this transformative initiative,” said Dr. Donald Robinson, MAG Chief Strategy Officer.
Change is an essential process for all existence
According to an article by Warren Foerster of Fairfax County-based Kratos, SpaceX’s Starlink 6,000 satellite broadband fleet will include integration, vertical integration, digital transformation, and the adoption of partnerships to accelerate multi-orbit services. It is said to be bringing major changes to the entire satellite industry. “Constellation.” The arrival of Starlink brings more constellations of low-Earth orbit satellites into service or into operation, raising the profile of the entire satellite sector and spurring innovation. David Weisglass, CEO of Tysons-based Intelsat, is among the executives cited in the feature article. “The influx of LEO providers and other ‘new space’ industry entrants is creating tremendous awareness and excitement across the space industry,” Wajsgras said. “At Intelsat, we have accelerated the pace of innovation. We are establishing key partnerships, launching new products, and advancing software-defined 5G networks, including the virtualization of ground and space assets. ”
Eureka, I think I found some insight.
Reston-based CACI International has acquired Reston-based Applied Insights, a portfolio company of Ashburn-based Acacia Group, in an all-cash transaction, according to Intelligence Community News. “With the completion of this acquisition, CACI further establishes our unparalleled reputation for providing expertise and technology to modernize our customers’ enterprise IT infrastructure,” said John, President and Chief Executive Officer of CACI. Mengucci said. “The combined business of CACI and Applied Insight will improve cloud, cyber, and user productivity across the enterprise for secure networks within the IC, accelerating decision-making for analysts and warfighters around the world, and helping mission results are optimized.
news beacon
Herndon-based Fortune 500 company Beacon, a publicly traded wholesaler specializing in roofing, waterproofing and exterior products, announced the opening of a new location in Pelham, Alabama. Queen Creek, Arizona. Port St. Lucie, Florida and Bellingham, Washington. Founded in 1928, Beacon operates more than 570 branches in all 50 U.S. states and seven Canadian provinces. There are more places to choose from in citybiz.
Try saying: I’m going to take the train!
Freight train company MRS Logística’s rail cars in Brazil are equipped with Tysons’ Iridium satellite connectivity as part of a new partnership, Via Satellite reports. MRS is a Brazilian freight train company whose rail network transports nearly 20 percent of Brazil’s total exports and one-third of the country’s rail freight.
lawton par 4
Mount Vernon on the Move reported that four ribbon-cutting ceremonies were held in Lawton in one week.
On September 23, Good Shepherd Housing and Family Services held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate the acquisition of its 100th home. The three-bedroom home was acquired on Aug. 8 using funds granted by the Fairfax County Department of Housing and Community Development and private donations. On September 25, Mason Neck State Park debuted its all-terrain wheelchair program. The ceremony included a ribbon cutting and wheelchair demonstration. On September 26, the Capital Region Food Bank hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony and tour of its brand new Northern Virginia warehouse and distribution center in Lawton. Click here for more information. On September 27, Bunnyman Brewing’s second location in Lawton was officially welcomed to the Workhouse Campus with a ribbon-cutting event attended by several members of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. Click here to learn how a long-standing urban legend led to Bunnyman Brewing opening a second location in Lawton.
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