Holly Straub

Responsible for the oversight of project budget and financial performance of the AN/SYM-3 delivery order, valued at over $20 million. Acts as primary liaison with Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), responding to customer inquiries and ensuring contractual compliance.

• Led multiple cross-functional teams to deliver software and hardware products supporting the Condition Based Maintenance solution for the Littoral Combat Ship Combat System Elements.
• Supported delivery and installation of product on twenty (20) Littoral Combat Ships, and currently supporting products on eleven (11) Littoral Combat Ships.
• Engages with stakeholders to develop comprehensive briefings to define strategic goals.
• Hosts and participates in monthly calls with NSWC Port Hueneme Contract POCs, enabling stronger customer relationships and improved communication.
• Provides monthly management reports to stakeholders detailing accomplishments, financial overview and plan.
• Implemented our corporate quality initiative and crafted our annual CPARS self-assessment resulting in improved and above average CPAR scores.
• Submits monthly updates of the Integrated Master Schedule to promote transparency and alignment, allowing customers to track progress and anticipate key milestones.
• Ensures accurate and timely contract deliverables to remain compliant and minimize risk of delays.
• Contributed to the design, deployment and oversight of the quality management system (QMS) and corresponding company policies and procedures, successfully receiving ISO 9001: 2015 and AS9100D certification.
• Proficient in audit preparation, process improvements and risk mitigation ensuring operational excellence with minimal audit findings.

Highly knowledgeable FSO with over 15 years of experience in facility and personnel security

• Developed, implemented and maintained a comprehensive security program, ensuring regulatory compliance with NISPOM and Contract Security Classification Specification (DD254) to effectively safeguard sensitive and classified Government information.
• Primary liaison with government agencies regarding security matters
• Responsible for yearly self-inspections and subsequent security audits resulting in Superior ratings and reinforcement of stakeholder confidence.
• Ensure employees stay current on required training with yearly security briefing and knowledge checks/interviews.
• Maintains accurate records of classified Government property inventory demonstrating exceptional organization and process optimization.
• Initiated and managed the security clearance process for 50+ employees enabling their access to classified information and secure facilities.

Responsible for multiple Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quality (IDIQ) prime contracts, with total value over $100M, and more than 25 task orders.

• Reviews of RFPs, submission of IDIQ Task Order bids, proposal reviews, contract document reviews, and negotiation of terms and conditions.
• Extensive knowledge of the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program, participating in over 20 proposals and subsequent awards.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with a variety of contract types (FFP, T&M, Cost/Cost-plus) enabling effective contract negotiation, management, and compliance across diverse agreements, reducing risk and optimizing business outcomes.
• Managed full life-cycle contract agreements, including prime, selection and oversight of subcontracts and teaming agreements.
• Selected subcontractors and oversaw all related contract documentation and modifications.
• Ensured adherence to all Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) requirements.
• Acted as primary liaison between the company and the Government stakeholders.
• Maintained comprehensive and organized records of all contracts and related correspondence with exceptional attention to detail.
• Monitored contract performance, specifically deliverables, scheduled milestones and invoicing.
• Coordinated and supported post-award kick-off meetings, submission of contract deliverables and regular interaction with clients.
• Able to effectively manage multiple contracts and meet deadlines.

As the Director of Human Resources, responsibilities included oversight of the employee relations, encompassing the entire employment lifecycle from attracting talent to managing departures.

• Oversaw strategic initiatives and company growth of over 80%.
• Recruitment, performance management, benefits administration, employee relations and training.
• Creation of job postings, coordination with external recruiters, screening and interviewing.
• Developed and implemented a process for new employee onboarding, organized training and development initiatives.
• Addressed employee concerns and provided conflict resolution leading to admiration and trust from fellow colleagues.
• Enforced company policies and requirements as a government contractor.

• Coordinated schedules and logistics for C-suite, ensuring operational efficiency.
• Planned and managed all travel arrangements with supporting itineraries.
• Managed office operations, including procurements and vendor relations.
• Organized corporate events, such as trade shows, conferences and board meetings.
• Managed complex calendars and supported presentations and all correspondence with stakeholders.
• Demonstrated exceptional organizational skills with a pleasant demeanor.