Adapt Forward Traditions

Our Company Culture

At Adapt Forward, our mission is to deliver innovative, mission-focused solutions to the U.S. Government through exceptional service, deep domain expertise, and strategic insight. We operate with integrity, agility, and a relentless commitment to excellence. As an employee-centered company, we cultivate a culture of growth, collaboration, and well-being. Beyond our government mission, we take pride in supporting our local communities, championing charitable causes, and honoring our nation’s veterans. We exist to serve, support, and safeguard — working in trusted partnership with our customers and the country we call home.

Innovation at Our Core

Innovation drives everything we do. From custom cyber tool development to adversarial simulations and enterprise-level network operations, our team is constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We encourage curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning, empowering our employees to stay ahead of the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape.

Caring for Our People

At Adapt Forward, we know that our greatest asset is our people. We believe that taking care of our employees is essential to delivering the best results for our clients. Here’s how we foster a supportive environment:

Employee Well-Being

We offer competitive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that values work-life balance.

Professional Growth

Continuous learning and career development are at the heart of our culture. From training opportunities to conference attendance, we invest in the growth of every team member.

EMPLOYEE TESTIMONIALS

Blake Lugenbeal

Technical Project Manager

"At Adapt Forward, I feel like my voice is heard. I have regular syncs with leadership to discuss current work, future work, roadblocks, personal challenges and personal development.  I feel the feedback I provide is valued and action is taken if necessary.  I appreciate the company's willingness to put family first and allow me to ability have a much needed work life balance.  I enjoy the daily interactions I have with my coworkers to solve the problems our project faces, and forge ahead to success.  I feel the benefits provided by Adapt Forward are extremely comparable to the market and in some instances, generous.  Most importantly, adapt Forward regularly asks us, the employees, how and where our benefits could be improved within the confines of government work.  I work day-in and day-out with a sense of purpose and the knowledge that my company has my back." 

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Tim Larkin

Director of Cyber Operations

“Working at Adapt Forward Cybersecurity is an incredible experience. The team's passion for innovation and dedication to protecting client networks is inspiring. Collaborative and dynamic, the corporate culture and work environment foster growth and learning. With cutting-edge technology and forward-thinking approaches, every day presents new opportunities to make a meaningful impact. I'm proud to be part of a team that prioritizes excellence and customer satisfaction, and I'm excited to see the difference we're making in the cybersecurity landscape. It's a truly rewarding place to build a career and make a difference. The future is bright here.”

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Paul Spears

DHA CyOC ACAS Lead

“I began my career in the DoD in 2009 having since worked for several of the larger Defense Contractors on short contracts ranging from 6 to 12 months both CONUS and OCONUS.After landing a position in Charleston, SC on a Navy contract, I joined Adapt Forward, LLC in March of 2016 on the promise the company would be employee-focused. After nearly 8 years with Adapt Forward, I can honesty report that promise has been kept. At Adapt Forward, unlike my experience with the some of the larger Defense Contractors, I’ve been made to feel as if I’m part of a large extended family. I hold much appreciation and respect for the company and its founders and look forward to many more years of employment with Adapt Forward!”

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Taylor Walker

Business Development Lead

“I have been a part of the Adapt Forward family for over 5 years and look forward to continuing my service here for many years.   In previous roles and throughout my professional career I have had the privilege to work with and be mentored by several members of the senior leadership team which has been so rewarding and impactful professionally and personally.  Their guidance, accessibility, and willingness to teach and mentor me have been instrumental in my career development and success.  Their support and trust has allowed me to take on new challenges and constantly evolve my role.  As an organization focused on cybersecurity I've witnessed the innovative and forward thinking needed to be able to not only keep up in a fast-paced industry but to also pioneer initiatives for advanced technologies and capabilities.   Adapt Forward also fosters a culture that values work-life balance which was so critical when starting my family.  I feel incredibly privileged to work for Adapt Forward and I have immense appreciation and gratitude for this organization and our people. ”

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Bill Whittaker

Technical Project Manager

“I was hired as a Project Manager a little over a year and half ago. In that time, I have to say that the Leadership team at this company has had my back at every step and turn. As projects unfold and unknown challenges come to light, Adapt Forward Leadership was there with me as a partner ready to assist and facilitate. Perhaps my team needed tools, perhaps there were requirements changes to the project, and they reacted with me to set me and my team up for success.  Because of this partnership between us, I never felt alone.”

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Blake Lugenbeal

Technical Project Manager

"At Adapt Forward, I feel like my voice is heard. I have regular syncs with leadership to discuss current work, future work, roadblocks, personal challenges and personal development.  I feel the feedback I provide is valued and action is taken if necessary.  I appreciate the company's willingness to put family first and allow me to ability have a much needed work life balance.  I enjoy the daily interactions I have with my coworkers to solve the problems our project faces, and forge ahead to success.  I feel the benefits provided by Adapt Forward are extremely comparable to the market and in some instances, generous.  Most importantly, adapt Forward regularly asks us, the employees, how and where our benefits could be improved within the confines of government work.  I work day-in and day-out with a sense of purpose and the knowledge that my company has my back." 

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Tim Larkin

Director of Cyber Operations

“Working at Adapt Forward Cybersecurity is an incredible experience. The team's passion for innovation and dedication to protecting client networks is inspiring. Collaborative and dynamic, the corporate culture and work environment foster growth and learning. With cutting-edge technology and forward-thinking approaches, every day presents new opportunities to make a meaningful impact. I'm proud to be part of a team that prioritizes excellence and customer satisfaction, and I'm excited to see the difference we're making in the cybersecurity landscape. It's a truly rewarding place to build a career and make a difference. The future is bright here.”

READ LESSREAD MORE

Paul Spears

DHA CyOC ACAS Lead

“I began my career in the DoD in 2009 having since worked for several of the larger Defense Contractors on short contracts ranging from 6 to 12 months both CONUS and OCONUS.After landing a position in Charleston, SC on a Navy contract, I joined Adapt Forward, LLC in March of 2016 on the promise the company would be employee-focused. After nearly 8 years with Adapt Forward, I can honesty report that promise has been kept. At Adapt Forward, unlike my experience with the some of the larger Defense Contractors, I’ve been made to feel as if I’m part of a large extended family. I hold much appreciation and respect for the company and its founders and look forward to many more years of employment with Adapt Forward!”

READ LESSREAD MORE

Taylor Walker

Business Development Lead

“I have been a part of the Adapt Forward family for over 5 years and look forward to continuing my service here for many years.   In previous roles and throughout my professional career I have had the privilege to work with and be mentored by several members of the senior leadership team which has been so rewarding and impactful professionally and personally.  Their guidance, accessibility, and willingness to teach and mentor me have been instrumental in my career development and success.  Their support and trust has allowed me to take on new challenges and constantly evolve my role.  As an organization focused on cybersecurity I've witnessed the innovative and forward thinking needed to be able to not only keep up in a fast-paced industry but to also pioneer initiatives for advanced technologies and capabilities.   Adapt Forward also fosters a culture that values work-life balance which was so critical when starting my family.  I feel incredibly privileged to work for Adapt Forward and I have immense appreciation and gratitude for this organization and our people. ”

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Bill Whittaker

Technical Project Manager

“I was hired as a Project Manager a little over a year and half ago. In that time, I have to say that the Leadership team at this company has had my back at every step and turn. As projects unfold and unknown challenges come to light, Adapt Forward Leadership was there with me as a partner ready to assist and facilitate. Perhaps my team needed tools, perhaps there were requirements changes to the project, and they reacted with me to set me and my team up for success.  Because of this partnership between us, I never felt alone.”

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Commitment to Excellence

Our work in defensive and offensive cyber operations requires a relentless commitment to excellence. Whether it’s incident response, vulnerability management, penetration testing, or adversarial simulation, our team takes pride in delivering unparalleled results. We hold ourselves to the highest standards because the mission demands nothing less.

A Purpose-Driven Organization

Adapt Forward isn’t just a place to work; it’s a place to make an impact. Every member of our team plays a vital role in protecting national security, supporting the warfighter, and advancing the nation’s cybersecurity capabilities. We take this responsibility seriously, and it unites us with a shared sense of purpose.

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