Derek Cross is an experienced professional with a diverse background in human resources, operations management, and government contracting. Since January 2016, Derek has served as the Ops Director at WrkPlan, an integrated DCAA compliant contract management and accounting system for government service contractors. Prior to this, Derek held the position of Vice President at Global Systems Technologies from September 1993 to April 2024, focusing on security research and engineering services for governmental agencies. Earlier career roles include Director of Compensation Research at Hay Management Consultants, Director of Human Resources at Telesciences, HR Manager at Siemens Telecommunications Engineering, and Employment Manager at Computer Sciences Corporation. Derek holds an MA in Industrial Relations from Rutgers University and a BA in Psychology from Ohio Wesleyan University.