Managing Partner
Chris has over 20 years of experience in engineering, design, implementation and sustainment of complex systems and systems of systems. He has extensive experience both as a federal civilian and as a contractor on programs across the Federal CWMD Enterprise, particularly within DOD, DHS and other Federal Response and Recovery Developers. Chris manages projects and programs focused on systems integration, interoperability, and critical infrastructure protection and is responsible for Programmatic concerns (Cost, Schedule and Performance) for many of his customers including the Defense Threat Reduction Agency, all of the Services and the National Guard, and interagency partners such as EPA and the DHS Science and Technology Directorate. More recently, programs that Chris manages for GSE have focused on providing military and civilian decision makers with more time and space (standoff distance) from current or future releases, allowing them to make earlier, better informed and lower-regret decisions. Chris has a Master’s of Science in Systems Engineering from Virginia Tech, a Master’s of Art in Public Policy from American University, a Master’s in Business Administration from Cornell University, and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the Virginia Military Institute.
Partner/Business Manager
Steve has over 30 years of experience supporting government and industry in the areas of engineering/science, design, operations, program management, strategic communications, planning, and outreach. He has been a Project and Task manager for numerous programs conducted within DTRA Chemical Biological (CB) including Contamination avoidance for military mail (CAFMM), Biological Defense Initiative (BDI), BioNet, WMD-CST, Interagency Biological Restoration Demonstration (IBRD), and the Joint Service Installation Pilot Project (JSIPP). He was also the technical manager for over eight major chemical demilitarization projects/programs conducted throughout the United States. Steve holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech.
An organization is only as good as its team. Our diverse group of over 50 employees demonstrate an eclectic range of skills to support our services and capabilities. At Global Systems Engineering, we pride ourselves on experienced leadership team with broad expertise across the Federal Enterprise, supported by a team of cross-cutting personnel from military, STEM, and policy backgrounds that bridge the gap between decision makers, technologists, and operators.
Director of Science Engagement Programs
Katie has over 12 years of experience working and managing projects and programs for the U.S. Department of Defense, most notably within the Defense Threat Reduction Agency, Biological Threat Reduction Program (formerly the Cooperative Biological Engagement Program), Naval Medical Research and Development Enterprise Laboratories, and Naval Advanced Medical Development program. She has experience designing, planning, and facilitating domestic and international capabilities-based exercises, workshops, and other training events aimed at enhancing partner states’ abilities to prevent, detect, and respond to biological events. Katie graduated from Georgetown University with a Master’s of Science in Biomedical Science Policy and Advocacy.
Chief Financial Officer
Mike brings over 15 years of experience in program and project management primarily in Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Defense. He has managed science and technology master integration efforts for the Departments of Defense and Homeland Security and other government agencies to develop or enhance warfighter and emergency manager capabilities. He holds a Master’s in Business Administration from San Diego State University and a Bachelor of Science from the U.S. Naval Academy. He is a retired Navy Captain who served as a Surface Warfare Officer in several operational and shore commands.
Director of Human Resources
Jenn Ziegler serves as Global Systems Engineering’s Director of Human Resources and as a member of the Leadership Team. Her expertise includes leadership development, workforce planning, strategic recruitment, and innovative, people-centric practices and thought leadership.
Jenn is directly responsible for the implementation of all human resources initiatives and directives, advising senior management and the leadership team on all matters of importance to GSE’s strategic needs with respect to human capital. She also contributes to the business operations team by supporting the security, administrative, and marketing efforts. She is responsible for all communication relating to employment and retention issues, driving innovation such as next-generation initiatives, and company-wide human resources policies and procedures.
Prior to joining GSE, Jenn served as an HR Manager and Facility Security Officer in the DoD Government contracting space for over 10 years and has been a long-standing member of the Society for Human Resource Management.
Director, Warfighter and Homeland Integration