Zantech Welcomes New CTO

05/01/2025 - Zantech IT Services, Inc., a leading provider of mission-critical technology solutions to federal agencies, announces the appointment of Aslam Nawabzada as Chief Technology Officer. Nawabzada brings over 20 years of technology and business leadership experience, with extensive expertise in Department of Homeland Security (DHS) operations, enterprise transformation, and emerging technology implementation.

"We are thrilled to welcome Aslam to the Zantech family," said Naz Islam, President and CEO of Zantech. "His proven track record of leveraging cutting-edge technologies to solve complex business challenges, combined with his deep understanding of federal agency requirements, makes him an invaluable addition to our leadership team. Our customers, partners, and employees will all benefit from his technical expertise and strategic vision."

Nawabzada joins Zantech from ECS, where he served as Senior Director, and brings a distinguished career spanning premier organizations including MAXIMUS, Sevatec Inc., General Dynamics Information Technology, The Washington Post, and IBM. At MAXIMUS, he led the DHS Account with responsibility for program portfolio delivery and account growth. As CTO at Sevatec, he developed and implemented the company's Innovation Center focused on Cloud Services, Cyber Engineering, Data Analytics, and Agile/DevSecOps methodologies.

"Aslam's ability to bridge complex technical solutions with strategic business objectives is exactly what our clients need in today's rapidly evolving technology landscape," said Zia Islam, Founder and COO of Zantech. "His experience managing large, mission-critical application portfolios while maintaining high availability and customer satisfaction aligns perfectly with our commitment to outstanding performance."

In his new role, Nawabzada will drive Zantech's technology strategy and innovation initiatives, ensuring the company continues to deliver state-of-the-art solutions that meet mission-critical requirements for defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. His expertise in emerging technologies, combined with his proven ability to manage complex federal programs, will strengthen Zantech's position as a trusted technology partner to the U.S. government.

"I'm excited to join an organization that shares my passion for applying commercial best practices to solve government challenges," said Nawabzada. "Zantech's culture of innovation and commitment to excellence creates the perfect environment to help our federal clients leverage emerging technologies for mission success. I look forward to working with this talented team to continue delivering exceptional value."

Nawabzada holds an MBA from West Virginia University and a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering from the University of Mumbai, where he earned a Gold Medal. He is certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP®) and has received prestigious recognition including the IBM Service Excellence Award and inclusion in IBM's Americas Hundred Percent Club.

Zantech has relocated to new location in Reston, VA

04/01/2025 - Zantech IT Services, Inc., a leading provider of IT solutions and services for government agencies, announced today the relocation of its corporate headquarters to a new, updated facility in Reston, Virginia. The move supports the company’s continued growth and commitment to delivering exceptional services to its federal clients.

The new office space, located at 1902 Campus Commons Drive, Suite 305, next to Reston Town Center, offers improved capacity for Zantech’s workforce and enhanced facilities to support collaboration and innovation. The modern workspace features state-of-the-art technology infrastructure, conference areas, and dedicated spaces for client meetings and projects. 

“Our new headquarters represents an exciting milestone in Zantech’s growth journey,” said Naz Islam, Chief Executive Officer at Zantech. “This strategic relocation positions us closer to our key federal clients and provides our talented team with a collaborative environment designed to foster creativity and excellence. As we continue to expand our services in cybersecurity, data analytics, and digital transformation, this new space will enable us to better serve the mission-critical needs of our government partners.”

The new location will accommodate Zantech’s operations team, program management office, and corporate staff. The facility’s proximity to major transportation routes and the Dulles Technology Corridor offers convenient access for both employees and clients.

Zantech began operations at the new Reston headquarters effective March 15, 2025.

Zantech Awarded Contract to Support ARL Cybersecurity Services Program

10/01/2024 - Zantech is proud to announce that we have been awarded a new contract to support the U.S. Army Research Laboratory (ARL) Cybersecurity Services program. This prestigious award underscores Zantech’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions and services to protect our nation’s critical infrastructure.

The ARL’s mission is to discover, innovate, and transition science and technology to ensure dominant strategic land power, with the vision to be the nation’s premier laboratory for land forces. The Cybersecurity Office under the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) within the ARL manages cybersecurity for these systems. The OCIO supports ARL’s three directorates: Research Business Directorate (RBD), the Army Research Directorate (ARD), and the Army Research Office (ARO). The Cybersecurity Office requires a contract vehicle to enable the performance of cybersecurity services and verify DoD and Army cybersecurity compliance across the ARL environments.

“We are honored to be selected for this important role,” said Zia Islam, Founder & COO at Zantech. “This award reflects our dedication to excellence in cybersecurity and our ongoing partnership with ARL. We look forward to contributing to the security and resilience of ARL’s operations.”

Zantech has a long history of providing innovative technology solutions to federal agencies. This award further solidifies our position as a leader in the cybersecurity field and demonstrates our ability to meet the evolving challenges of today’s digital landscape.