TekSynap, a leading provider of innovative IT solutions for government and defense sectors, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Rear Admiral John Watkins, (Ret), as a new Vice President of Operations. Watkins brings to TekSynap a distinguished career in the U.S. Navy, where he honed his expertise in information warfare, cyber security, and operations management at the highest levels of national defense.

In his new role, Watkins will leverage his extensive experience in cyber, space, communications, and technology to enhance TekSynap’s government solutions portfolio. He will play a pivotal role in driving the company’s strategic direction in defense IT and information warfare, building on his proven track record of leading transformation and managing crisis situations at an enterprise scale.

“We are excited to welcome John Watkins to our team,” said Kamran Jinnah, CEO of TekSynap. “His remarkable leadership qualities, combined with his expertise in information warfare and operations management, align perfectly with our commitment to providing the government sector with unparalleled IT solutions. John’s visionary approach and strategic insights will undoubtedly contribute to our company’s growth and success in the competitive government contracting landscape.”

NOVEMBER 8, 2023 – U.S. Acting Secretary of Labor Julie A. Su recognized TekSynap as one of the 859 recipients of the 2023 HIRE Vets Medallion Award during a virtual award ceremony presented by U.S. Department of Labor. TekSynap earned the gold award after applying earlier this year. The Honoring Investments in Recruiting and Employing American Military Veterans Act (HIRE Vets Act) Medallion Program is the only federal award program that recognizes employers who successfully recruit, hire, and retain veterans.

Chief Administrative Officer, Toni Fisher, stated “At TekSynap, we take pride in our commitment to supporting veterans. One out of every ten employees is a protected veteran, making up 30% of our active workforce. We deeply appreciate having individuals from various branches of the military represented throughout our company, and we are always eager to assist veterans in finding their next mission within TekSynap.”

TekSynap joins 858 other companies from 49 states, plus the District of Columbia, who have shown a commitment to hiring veterans, but also ensuring that they have a long-term career and growth plan that uses the diverse skills they acquired through their military service. Recipients of the 2023 HIRE Vets Medallion Award meet rigorous employment and veteran integration assistance criteria, including veteran hiring and retention percentages; availability of veteran-specific resources; leadership programming for veterans; dedicated human resource efforts; pay compensation and tuition assistance programs for veterans. More than 1,600 employers have earned a HIRE Vets Medallion Award since 2018.

As an Information Technology company, TekSynap understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. Technology moving at the speed of thought® embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

About the HIRE Vets Medallion Program: The HIRE Vets Medallion Award is earned by businesses that demonstrate unparalleled commitment to attracting, hiring and retaining veterans. The 2023 HIRE Vets Medallion Award application period will open to employers on Jan. 31, 2024. For more information about the program and the application process, visit HIREVets.gov. There are different awards for large employers (500-plus employees), medium employers (51-499 employees), and small employers (50 or fewer employees). Additionally, there are two award tiers: platinum and gold.

Mr. Darrell Nealy, with an expansive 38-year tenure at the Department of Navy (DoN), joins TekSynap as Vice President of Operations focusing on fostering and expanding relationships across the DoN and other federal government agencies. Darrell’s career encompasses leadership roles in multi-billion-dollar Information, Communications, and Technology (ICT) government projects worldwide, coupled with a strong security emphasis. Post his naval service, which included over 26 years as a Senior Naval Officer with domestic and international strategic operations management, Darrell transitioned to a significant role as a GS-15 Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Navy Region Southwest (NRSW), where he oversaw ICT operations and Cyber Security programs for the southwestern United States.

Mr. Nealy’s dedication to continuous system support and enhancement improvements is a testimony to his substantial federal government career. With a comprehensive understanding of Information Warfare Concepts, he has a command of tactical, operational, and strategic level ICT solutions and cybersecurity programs. His educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems and a Master of Information Technology, along with a Level III certification in Defense Acquisition Information Technology and Level II Program Management.

Darrell effortlessly transitions into this pivotal role, infusing TekSynap’s federal liaisons with a wealth of expertise. His formidable academic and professional portfolio, reflected in many certifications, underscores his deep-seated expertise, positioning him as a cornerstone in delivering mission solutions utilizing the best that information technology offers. This meld of seasoned leadership and technical prowess encapsulates TekSynap’s ethos of excellence.

Reflecting on his new role with TekSynap, Darrell shared, “We endeavor to preemptively address our client’s requisites, aiding them in navigating the dynamic tech-scape. Joining TekSynap resonated with my ambition of being part of a forward-thinking cadre committed to exceeding client expectations with tailor-made, leading-edge solutions.” – Darrell Nealy.”

RESTON, VA – June 15, 2023

The Washington Post has proudly announced TekSynap as one of the Top Workplaces in the Washington area for 2023. This recognition highlights the company’s commitment to employee satisfaction and continuous growth. This prestigious recognition is a testament to TekSynap’s inspiring culture and dedication to innovative technical solutions that drive employee engagement and business success. Selection is based solely on employee feedback gathered through an anonymous third-party survey administered by research partner Energage, LLC, which measured several aspects of workplace culture, including alignment, execution, and connection.

At TekSynap, we seek out exceptional individuals who passionately pursue knowledge and demonstrate an unwavering commitment to their craft. When we bring together the most talented minds in the industry, magic happens. Kamran Jinnah, CEO, founded TekSynap with the belief that people drive solutions. “The real capital of any company is the sum-total of its personnel,” he stated, adding that, “A top workplace starts with the best people.”

TekSynap’s rise to prominence in the industry can be attributed to its cutting-edge technological capabilities, outstanding employee benefits, and a corporate culture that fosters innovation and inclusivity. Employees consistently highlight the company’s investment in their professional growth, open communication channels, and flexibility to adapt in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.

The Washington Post hosted an awards ceremony on Thursday, June 15 to recognize the top-ranked companies. For more about The Washington Post’s Top Workplaces and to see the full list of this year’s honorees, visit link.

About TekSynap

In a world full of products, we have solutions.

TekSynap is a dynamic, innovative technology company that delivers comprehensive IT solutions. We believe in understanding our customer’s unique requirements and designing solutions that deliver accurate results. Leveraging our extensive experience and technical expertise, we strive to anticipate our customers’ needs and surpass their expectations. Our highly skilled professionals are committed to delivering the highest quality of service in every engagement. Recognized for our forward-thinking approach and commitment to workplace excellence, TekSynap remains a leading figure in the technology industry.

About The Washington Post

The Washington Post is an award-winning news leader whose mission is to connect, inform, and enlighten local, national and global readers with trustworthy reporting, in-depth analysis and engaging opinions. It combines world-class journalism with the latest technology and tools so readers can interact with The Post anytime, anywhere.

RESTON, VA, February 7, 2023 – TekSynap, a leading provider of IT solutions, is proud to announce that they have achieved Amazon Web Services (AWS) Select Tier Partner status within the AWS Partner Network (APN). The APN is a global community of AWS Partners that leverage programs, expertise, and resources to build, market, and sell customer offerings.

TekSynap has made a heavy investment over the past year in growing cloud capabilities across Federal Defense and Intelligence agencies with AWS. TekSynap customers can continue to access the extensive range of cloud computing services, including data storage, analytics, and machine learning that AWS provides.

TekSynap will continue to leverage the APN to fulfill customer’s mission requirements. In February, the company was accepted into the AWS Public Sector Partner (PSP) Program which helps AWS Partners grow their public sector business through alignment with AWS public sector sales, marketing, funding, capture, and proposal teams.

As an APN member, TekSynap joins a global network of 100,000 Partners from more than 150
countries working with AWS to provide innovative solutions, solve technical challenges, win deals, and deliver value to mutual customers.

To view TekSynap on AWS Partner Finder, visit: AWS Partner TekSynap (amazonaws.com)

About TekSynap:

Founded in 2008, TekSynap has been working with government agencies for 15 years—from small start-ups to large government organizations—to help them move faster and achieve their goals by bringing the latest tools and best practices into their organizations. TekSynap is a systems integrator that currently holds 11 contract vehicles and has successfully delivered over 150 prime contracts across critical verticals. The company is passionate about delivering frequent incremental updates that enhance functional value to users and agencies—transforming your mission with a flexible, agile approach to Cloud, Application development, DevSecOps, and automated capabilities.

RESTON, Va., Aug. 9, 2022 – TekSynap has secured the award for the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) J6 Enterprise Service Delivery (ESD) II task order. The contract, awarded under DLA J6 Enterprise Technology Services (JETS), has a base year worth $24.6 million; two one-year options, if all exercised, would bring the total value of this effort to a potential $87 million.

TekSynap’s customer-centric team will support DLA’s customers at 160 site locations around the world. The TekSynap ESD II team will provide IT services and solutions focused on enterprise desktop support for both Tier 2 and Tier 2.5, local network administration and management, database systems and cybersecurity engineering support, active directory support and application delivery functions.

DLA provides mission-critical, global supply chain support to the warfighter, federal agencies and its allied partners. TekSynap will support DLA’s mission by providing a full range of IT services, technical and management expertise that support applications, software, hardware, infrastructure and integrated desktop customer service solutions, across the DLA IT enterprise. The ESD II task order will also facilitate DLA’s audit readiness and audit sustainability lines-of-effort by providing end-to-end IT hardware and software asset infrastructure management and accountability. This award represents the 59th task order TekSynap has won under the DLA JETS program since its inception in 2017 and we currently support 22 active task order on JETS, ranging from enterprise IT support services to cloud services within DLA.

About TekSynap

TekSynap is a full spectrum systems integrator. We deploy industry-leading solutions that provide effective computing and communication environments. We supply IT professionals with management experience and technical expertise, to ensure that projects and programs are completed on time and within your budget. At TekSynap, an ethic of hard work, dedication, and enthusiasm cultivates a can-do atmosphere where any goal can be achieved.

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RESTON, Va., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — TekSynap, a leading provider of innovative technology solutions for U.S. federal government agencies, announced today it was named one of The Washington Post’s 2022 Top Workplaces in the Washington, D.C. area.

“TekSynap is a high-energy company, and that begins with bringing all of our energy to every meeting, every task, every deliverable. Leadership is intrinsic in the way we want our company to look, feel and be,” says Kamran Jinnah, CEO, TekSynap. “I believe that culture with a positive vibe attracts more of the same. This has been the key to our success.”

While many companies are losing employees to burnout and fatigue in the wake of COVID-19, TekSynap continues to cement its reputation as an employer of choice through a total commitment to creating a positive working atmosphere. TekSynap drives employee satisfaction by empowering its workforce with the right tools, training and authority. This culture of enthusiasm cultivates a can-do attitude where any goal can be achieved to bring success to each customer.

This honor is the latest in a string of 2022 recognitions for both growth and culture, including recently being named to the Inc. 5000: Fastest-Growing Private Companies in the Mid-Atlantic Region and to the Glassdoor Best Places to Work.

The Washington Post’s 2022 Top Workplaces selection process was based solely on employee feedback gathered through an anonymous third-party survey that measured several aspects of workplace culture, including alignment, execution and connection. It is now in its ninth year. View the full list of 2022 honorees.

About TekSynap

TekSynap is a full spectrum systems integrator. We deploy industry-leading solutions that provide effective computing and communication environments. We supply IT professionals with management experience and technical expertise, to ensure that projects and programs are completed on time and within your budget. At TekSynap, an ethic of hard work, dedication, and enthusiasm cultivates a can-do atmosphere where any goal can be achieved.

Media Contact

Toni Fisher, SVP
toni.fisher@teksynap.com
571-271-6707

Reston, VA – TekSynap Corporation IT Services Division announced that it has been appraised at level 5 for Services and level 3 for Development of ISACA’s Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI®) v2.0. The appraisal was performed by Process Assessment Consulting and Training.

CMMI is a proven, outcome-based performance model and the globally accepted standard for improving capability, optimizing business performance and aligning operations to business goals.

An appraisal at Maturity Level 5 indicates that the organization is performing at an “optimizing” level. At this level, the organization continually improves its processes based on a quantitative understanding of its business objectives and performance needs. The organization uses a quantitative approach to understand the variation inherent in the process and the causes of process outcomes.

TekSynap was previously appraised at CMMI Level 3 for Services and Level 3 for Development under CMMI® v1.3. The latest appraisal rating at Level 5 for Services is a rare achievement that demonstrates excellent service delivery, superior quality and continuous improvement are ingrained throughout TekSynap. TekSynap Director of Quality, Kaitlyn Eber, said “We are thrilled with the findings of the appraisal! This is a testament to our quality culture and capability to deliver excellent services and development capabilities to our customers. We’re eager to continue to bring innovative solutions to our Federal and commercial customers utilizing the industry standards and best practices.”

About TekSynap Corporation

TekSynap is a full spectrum systems integrator. We deploy industry-leading solutions that provide effective computing and communication environments. We supply IT professionals with management experience and technical expertise, to ensure that projects and programs are completed on time and within your budget. At TekSynap, an ethic of hard work, dedication, and enthusiasm cultivates a can-do atmosphere where any goal can be achieved.

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Inc., a media publication that focuses on businesses all over the country, has named TekSynap Corporation to its “2022 Inc. 5000: Fastest-Growing Private Companies in the Mid-Atlantic Region.” Founded in 2008, TekSynap has grown quickly and become a key player within the IT government contracting industry.

Inc.’s annual list highlights the fastest-growing privately held companies in America. Ranked #56, TekSynap has had a growth of 181% within a two-year period. According to Inc., “Brains, bravery, and optimism propelled these businesses to our annual fast-growth list, even amid the pandemic.” Despite the effects of Covid-19, TekSynap has continued to build and expand as a company and is proud to be a part of the top 100 in Inc.’s fast growth list.

Every year Inc. reviews submissions for the Fastest Growing to feature all the major economic contributors throughout the country. You may see the full list here and view each region, as well as read features. TekSynap’s listing can be found under Regionals 2022: Mid-Atlantic.

TekSynap Named One of the Top Workplaces on Glassdoor

TekSynap Corporation was ranked within the Top 50 of Glassdoor’s “100 Best Places to Work” 2022, for small and medium-sized companies. Glassdoor is a website where current and former employees can anonymously review companies. On Glassdoor, users can review salary, benefits, interviews, management, and provide photos of the company they are evaluating.
Citing culture, leadership, growth, diversity, and inclusion as the aspects that come together to make a company a ‘best’ place to work, Glassdoor compiled this list using employee-created ratings. Placing #39, one of the first comments about TekSynap states that, “TekSynap has amazing benefits, dedicated employees, promotes work-life balance, and puts its people first! This company goes above and beyond in so many ways.”

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