BigBear.ai has announced that the company has appointed Tony Barrett as President of the Cyber and Engineering Sector.
In this role, Barrett will drive the growth of BigBear.ai’s federal market by developing and deploying artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), cybersecurity, and technological expertise and innovative solutions to accelerate the development of new businesses. Top service for customers.
Previously, Barrett was senior vice president of the Integrated Defense Solutions business unit at BigBear.ai’s cyber and engineering sector, serving in the U.S. Air Force and the Department of Homeland Security. Early in his career, Barrett worked for more than two decades in the Marine Corps in the field of intelligence as an analyst and intelligence officer.
In Barrett’s 11 years since retiring from the Marines, he has applied the leadership, planning and decision-making principles he learned in both peacetime and war to achieve business objectives at Modus Operandi and PCI, which BigBear.ai achieved in 2021. During his three years at PCI, he was instrumental in securing new businesses, quadrupling the revenue and staffing, and providing services to the Department of Defense.
“Tony’s extensive experience across the defense and intelligence community, his unparalleled work ethic, and proven track record of success have made him a clear choice for the position of President of the Cyber and Engineering Sector,” said Sam Gordy, president and chief operating officer of BigBear.ai. “While BigBear.ai is growing as a company, we are building a strong list of results-driven leaders who can advance our goals while gaining customer confidence. Tony embodies these principles with his infectious power, data-driven methods, uncompromising honesty and his amazing ability to empower people to do their best. We’re excited to see Tony reach new heights in this role. “
“BigBear.ai’s cyber and engineering sector is an important asset for the federal government because it enhances the adoption of emerging technologies to solve complex problems,” Barrett said. “Our state-of-the-art services and solutions have revolutionized game-changer, data analysis and decision-making in a very high-stack environment. It is a great honor to lead so many talented people who offer unparalleled value to our customers. Above all, I laser-focused our cyber and engineering departments on ensuring an industry example of innovation, service delivery and customer satisfaction.
About a quarter of BigBear.ai’s employees are military veterans, including Barrett and Gordy. In addition to his day-to-day responsibilities, Barrett has spent many years devoting his time to helping seniors transform from active duty to civilian life.
In 2020, he founded Veterans Command Post, an experienced-centered employee resource group (ERG) on BigBear.ai. As the group’s executive sponsor and chairperson, she conducts charitable campaigns for veterans, informative sessions to help veterans navigate complex government facilities, and leadership programs to help veterans improve their skills and career path at BigBear.ai.
