Kratos Hires Security Integration Veteran to Lead Southwest Public Safety and Security Operations
SAN DIEGO, Apr 14, 2009 (GlobeNewswire via COMTEX News Network) -- Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq:KTOS), a leading national defense, IT and security solutions provider, today announced that it has hired Rob Ellis to be Vice President and General Manager for Kratos' Public Safety and Security Solutions' Southwest operations. Mr. Ellis is an industry veteran bringing over twenty years of strategic and business development experience, and has an extensive knowledge of operations, project management, and client relations.
Following a distinguished career in the United States Air Force, Mr. Ellis has been working in the physical security and building automation integration industry where he has gained extensive experience in providing enterprise integrated security solutions, and CCTV, access control, fire, and security products.
Ben Goodwin, President of Kratos' Public Safety & Security Solutions, said, "I am very excited that Rob Ellis has agreed to join us. The Southwest region presents an enormous opportunity for us, and I believe Rob has the background to lead our growth. He has a proven track record of success in this industry, and I believe that his leadership, combined with the continued dedication and hard work of our entire team, will result in an exciting time of growth and opportunity for Kratos."
Rob Ellis remarked, "I am very pleased to join Kratos and lead their Southwest Public Safety and Security Solutions operation. I see tremendous potential in this market, and I am anxious to apply my industry expertise to provide Kratos' current and potential customers with the best products and customer service in the industry."
About Kratos Defense & Security Solutions
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq:KTOS) provides mission critical engineering, IT services and war fighter solutions for the U.S. federal government and for state and local agencies. Principal services include C4ISR, weapon systems sustainment, military weapon range operations and technical services, network engineering services, information assurance and cybersecurity solutions, security and surveillance systems, and critical infrastructure design and integration. The Company is headquartered in San Diego, California, with resources located throughout the U.S. and at key strategic military locations. News and information are available at www.KratosDefense.com.
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