Meet the Team V2 Systems | IT Professionals | DC Metro

Mark Maddox

Systems Engineer

Mark's Bio

As an Information Security Officer and Systems Engineer, Mark is responsible for hardening infrastructure, threat management and mitigation, building companies up to compliance standards, and relaying important and developing security threats to the team. He also handles any troubleshooting needs that may arise for clients, from simple computer issues to network infrastructure management, all while providing superior customer service.

Prior to V2 Systems, Mark worked at an MSP as a level 2 Systems Engineer specializing in data backups and disaster recovery and worked as an escalation point to level 1 engineers.

Mark is passionate about technology and spends his free time doing home server projects, gaming, playing chess, and listening to music.

Mark attended Radford University and plans to further pursue his degree in cybersecurity.

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Pets? A cat…named Kitty

Favorite Movies/TV series? My favorite movies would be Whiplash, Pan’s Labyrinth, and the John Wick films. Favorite TV series would be Attack on Titan.

What would you like to do when you retire? When I retire, I will spend some time traveling around the states until eventually traveling around other countries and learning about different cultures.

What other languages do you know? I took 6 years of Spanish in middle/high school but am very rusty speaking it.

Music? My favorite musician changes day-to-day. I enjoy all varieties of music. I grew up with a cassette player in my hand, which turned into a CD player, which turned into an expansive record collection consisting of all of my favorite albums, across all genres. I also played the drums and guitar for many years.

Leilani Dooley

Sr. Systems Engineer

Leilani's Bio

As Senior Systems Engineer, Leilani is responsible for providing Tier 3 & Tier 4 support for our clients as well as being a resource and KB for the other V2 Systems engineers. Her favorite part of her job is when she has the opportunity to help the clients design new infrastructure to grow their business.

Prior to V2 Systems, Leilani began her IT career in 2003 with Madwolf Technologies. She worked briefly for Capital Finance before joining the V2 Systems family in 2006.

Leilani is passionate about serving as President for one of the PTA units in her daughter’s school district. It’s definitely a 4^th job but well worth it to her for the joy and fun it brings.

She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Willamette University.

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Kids? Pets? One daughter and 2 rescue cats names Kora and Cooper.

What’s a fun fact about you? I’m a Trekkie from way back.

What do you want to do when you’re retired? Travel, travel, travel!

Any languages you’d like to learn? All of them!

With unlimited funding, what would you invent? Well its already been invented but I would make it the only way to drive – hydrogen fuel for automobiles.

Favorite Quote? “You lollygag the ball around the infield. You lollygag your way down to first. You lollygag in and out of the dugout. You know what that makes you? Lollygaggers.”

Favorite Books? Right now, it’s almost everything by Brandon Sanderson. I also like to read Shakespeare for fun.

Which would you rather fight: A horse-sized zombie or 50 duck-sized zombie horses? Always choose the one zombie – so then a horse-sized zombie duck is the obvious choice. 50 duck-sized zombie horses would overwhelm and eat you surprisingly fast.

Hai Tran

System Engineer

Hai's Bio

As System Engineer, Hai plays a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining the IT infrastructure for his clients. This includes developing solutions that meet client needs, ensuring the reliability and performance of systems, and providing technical support. He works across various technologies such as networks, servers, cloud services, and security systems to create scalable and secure IT environments. His duties also involve continuous monitoring of systems to prevent and resolve issues proactively, optimizing system performance, and ensuring data protection and compliance with relevant regulations.

Before V2 Systems, Hai was a System Analyst responsible for the daily operations of small businesses, including troubleshooting, installing, and testing hardware and software.

Hai is passionate about Information Technology and computers and holds a Bachelor’s in Computer Science: Data & Network Security from Liberty University.

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What do you want to do when you’re retired? I will never retire but probably travel the world in between.

What languages do you speak? I speak and write fluently in both Vietnamese and English. Spanish is probably next on the list.

With unlimited funding, what would you invent? A system to help people experiencing homelessness and who live in orphanages.

Favorite Quote? Live each day as if it were your last.

Favorite Books? Any computer and financial book.

Favorite Music/Artist? Pop music from the 80s

Maximo Rodriguez

System Engineer & Office Manager

Maximo's Bio

Maximo Rodriguez has his CSC in Network Administration and Cloud Computing Information Technology. He has over 8 years of experience and has been with V2 Systems for over 3 years. Maximo is committed to helping our clients resolve their technology challenges quickly and to building healthier relationships among the employees with whom he works with every day. His work focuses on managing various different aspects of the office, running review maintenance, troubleshooting client tickets, and targeting nonsecure behaviors. He believes in a collaborative team approach and in helping clients reach their goals.

Maximo is passionate about learning and being able to serve every area in which his job allows. In addition, he is continually building on his IT skills and works closely with MSP Systems Administrator engineers experienced in cloud computing, cybersecurity, Office 365, DNS, DHCP, LAN, WAN, Routing, VPN, Switching, Active Directory, CCNA, and VMware.

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Pets? Not since 2015 but many before – Moises-the cat, I saved him from the waters, literally. Jean Carlos – a Rhodesian Ridgeback, Madame Luna – an American Eskimo, Coco- a black Labrador, and Cucu -Son of Coco – a white Pitbull.

Favorite Movies/TV shows? – Oliver, Being There, Mad Max, The Wall, For Few Dollars More, The Shining, Clock Orange, Brasil, The Fisher King, The Man Who Would Be a King, The Godfather, Amores Perro, 21 Grams, Serpico, Apocalypse Now, Foul Play, Bulleit, Papillon, French Connection, The War of the Roses, Wings of Desire, Ratatouille, The Lord of the Rings, National Lampoon’s Vacation, The Party.

What do you want to do when you’re retired? Travel, cook, write, plant, ride, teach, surf, have an online platform for sale, and produce documentaries.

Any languages you’d like to learn? Italiano

How many languages do you speak? Spanish, English, French,

With unlimited funding, what would you invent? An app to find out objects, consisting in a clear paint (with networking capability to find out any object painted with the liquid.) The same will have capability for TCP IP protocol model and data base storage…. For example: keys, remote controls, cellphones, pair of glasses, wallet, money , suitcase, documents, pictures, clothes, socks, jewelry, husbands, son’s, daughter’s wife’s, etc., etc. Anything!!!

Favorite Quote? The truth will set you free.

Favorite Books? The Bible. The word of God.

Favorite Music/Artist? All good music including, classical, progressive jazz, experimental music, rock and roll, alternative, electronic, house, lounge, indie, Latin Jazz, big bands, reggae, bossa nova, disco, salsa, merengue, and cumbia! As far as favorite artists I love Path Metheney, Ever Hard Weber, Keith Jarrett, Chet Baker, and Bill Evans

Bhawana Rijal

Bookkeeper

Bhawana's Bio

Bhawana Rijal plays a pivotal role at V2 Systems, where her expertise in managing financial operations is vital to the organization’s stability and growth. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of financial processes, Bhawana ensures accuracy and compliance in all financial transactions.

Prior to V2 Systems, Bhawana worked as an Accounting Support Specialist at Vector Security Networks which equipped her with a robust skillset and a proactive approach to addressing financial challenges, making her an invaluable asset to our team. Since joining V2 Systems, Bhawana’s dedication and proficiency have not only streamlined our financial operations but have also significantly contributed to our organization’s financial health and operational efficiency.

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Kids? I have 1 boy who is my entire world.

What do you want to do when you retire? Travel

Any languages you’d like to learn? Spanish

With unlimited funding, what would you invent? A device that can detect the feelings & wants of a nonverbal person.

Favorite Quote? ‘’Nothing is impossible, the word itself says, ‘I’m possible” -Audrey Hepburn

Dallas Smith

Account Manager

Dallas's Bio

As Account Manager and Systems Engineer, Dallas Smith is responsible for managing client needs on a broad spectrum of technologies. It is his job to oversee the lifecycle of day-to-day technical problems as well as manage projects to enhance usability and security for our clients.

Prior to V2 Systems, Dallas started his own company “Tech Doctor” which focused on bringing a high-level of IT experience to the residential market.

Dallas is passionate about fatherhood and scouting. He has 2 aspiring scouts who push him to be better every day.

Dallas holds an AA degree in Network Systems as well as numerous industry certifications from CompTIA, Microsoft, and from industry leading hardware manufacturers.

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Kids? Pets? 2 kids ages 9 and 7, 2 dogs Buffy and Copper, and 1 very sour cat named Violet.

Favorite Movies/TV shows? Gladiator, The Patriot, 300, Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones, True Detective, The Witcher.

What do you want to do when you’re retired? Travel everywhere.

Any languages you’d like to learn? Currently working on German.

With unlimited funding, what would you invent? A hot tub time machine.

Favorite Quote? “There is nothing impossible to him who will not try.” -Alexander the Great

Favorite Books? The Richard Sharpe series by Bernard Cornwell

Favorite Music/Artist? Grunge, hard rock, metal, & industrial

Amer Yaqub

VP of Business Development

Amer's Bio

As Vice President of Business Development for V2 Systems, Amer’s focus is to help organizations improve their IT productivity and bolster cybersecurity by outsourcing or comanaging their IT. Prior to joining V2, Amer was the Senior Technology Advisor at MainSpring where he helped grow their nonprofit and commercial MSP client base. Previous to that, he held Sales Vice President positions at several SaaS startups including at Homesnap (real estate) and ScaleUp Executives (corporate training).

Amer also spent 15 years at the Washington Post company launching both their international and technology advertising categories and developed innovative industry partnerships with leading tech companies including Google, IBM, Microsoft, Dell and Verizon. He has an economics degree from Carnegie Mellon and an MBA from Columbia. Amer also has taught business management courses as an adjunct at area universities including George Mason, Hood College and currently teaches a leadership course at University of Maryland’s Global Campus.

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How long have you been in the IT industry? Worked in multiple technology roles throughout my career including at AT&T, Washington Post and two SaaS start-up companies. Most recently was the Senior Technology Advisor for another MSP for more than two years.

How long have you worked at V2? Joined in September 2023.

What are your specialties here at V2? Finding customers that would benefit from our proactive IT management approach. Working with the V2 Systems’ senior leadership team and our customers to fine tune the offerings that will keep us at the forefront of the managed services industry.

When not working, what do you enjoy in your free time? Spending time with family, playing competitive badminton, foreign movies, travel (have visited 42 countries so far!).

Married? Yes, nearing ten years!

Spouse? Kids? Pets? What are they like? Yes, two sons and four stepkids. We are the modern Brady bunch but with updated clothing styles.

What do you want to do when you’re retired? Already doing some of those things now (have been an adjunct management professor at area universities including George Mason, Hood College and currently at University of Maryland Global Campus).

With unlimited funding, what would you invent? A time machine that would transport one of the quarterbacks from the 1980’s to come back to help the Washington Commanders win a Super Bowl again.

Favorite Quote? “You can’t hit a home run if you never take an at bat.”

Favorite Books? Brave New World. To Kill a Mockingbird.

Kelly Weist

Marketing Consultant

Kelly’s Bio

As Marketing Consultant for V2 Systems, Inc., Kelly Weist is responsible for making sure the people and business owners of Northern Virginia, Maryland and DC come to know how V2 Systems can help them solve their technology challenges so they can focus on their vision.

Prior to V2 Systems, Kelly was Associate Director of Marketing for Wholesale Screening Solutions, where she played a key role in the marketing strategy that helped grow and position the company prior to its sale and eventual merger with SJV Data Solutions. She was then instrumental in the brand launch of InformData, now one of the largest national background screening data providers. Previously, she worked for Penn National Gaming as Advertising Manager and prior to that she worked as an Independent Marketing Consultant for various industry brands in the fields of entertainment, healthcare and government contracting.

Kelly is passionate about giving back to the community and currently serves as a board member of HeroHomes, a local nonprofit that builds homes for disabled veterans and their families in Loudoun County, Virginia.

She is a trusted leader with over 20 years of experience that spans marketing, digital media and communications at leading organizations. Kelly holds a bachelor’s degree from Ohio Wesleyan University.

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Kids? Pets? I have three boys and two cats who are the joys of my life.

Favorite Movies/TV shows? The Sound of Music, Atypical, Game of Thrones, The Sopranos, Friends, Schitt’s Creek, The Real Housewives.

What do you want to do when you’re retired? Community Theater, Write a Novel

Any languages you’d like to learn? French

With unlimited funding, what would you invent? A dating app for people on the autism spectrum.

Favorite Quote? “Enjoy life. This is not a dress rehearsal.” – Friedrich Nietzsche

Favorite Books? The Goldfinch, The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue, The Reason I Jump.

Favorite Music/Artist? Madonna, Lady Gaga, Mumford & Sons, anyone with an acoustic guitar.

Chris Rajca

VP of Sales

Chris Rajca, the VP of Sales, specializing in Managed IT Services from Manassas, VA to Washington, D.C.

Chris's Bio

Chris Rajca is the VP of Sales for V2 Systems. He is dedicated to working with organizations to identify opportunities to improve and enhance the management and security of their IT systems. This is done by assessing and understanding their requirements and business model to make qualified and budget-friendly recommendations. For Chris, relationship building is key.

Prior to joining V2 Systems in 2012, Chris was the Director of Business Development at Capital Computers & Networks as the lead sales representative. In this capacity he provided client generation, account and marketing management, contract development as well as establishing and leading company sponsored seminars and networking events.

From 1989 to 2010, Chris worked at Freddie Mac, the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, as a Technical Analyst, Manager of Operations and Director of Operations. Though originally hired to assist in the development of Freddie Mac’s new tax system, he eventually advanced to lead the support of their financial systems using PeopleSoft Software. After several years of development and support, Chris moved into a management role for these systems as well as providing management support for an Incident/Problem Management Support Group helpdesk.

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How long have you been in the IT industry? 40 years

How long have you worked at V2? 10 years

What are your specialties here at V2? Client Technology Solution Advocate

When not working, what do you enjoy in your free time? Gym rat

Spouse? Kids? Pets? I have a cat. A Maine Coon named Ezekial (a.k.a. Zeke) and a dog, named Griffin.

Who would you like to meet alive or dead and why? Ronald Reagan, Jordan Peterson (knowledge)

Favorite Movies/TV shows? Blood Diamond, 13 Hours, Paranormal Caught on Camera

What do you want to do when you’re retired? Open a tiki bar on a beach

Favorite Quote? “What does not kill me makes me stronger.”

Favorite Music/Artist? Dave Matthews Band

Chad Jordan

Account Manager

How long have you been in the IT industry? 23 years

How long have you worked at V2? 7 years

What are your specialties here at V2? Server and workstation support. Wireless implementation and support.

When not working, what do you enjoy in your free time? Mentoring young adults and music

Married? Yes

Spouse? Kids? Pets? What are they like? Wife, three kids, 2 cats, and 30 young adults.

Favorite Movies/TV shows? Xmen, Killing Fields, Shawshank Redemption, Avatar, Secret Life of Bees, Green Mile/Grimm, 24, Blue Bloods and Criminal Minds.

What do you want to do when you’re retired? Travel

Any languages you’d like to learn? Spanish

With unlimited funding, what would you invent? A way to make teenagers to young adults listen to parents during that timeframe.

Which would you rather fight: A horse sized zombie duck or 50 duck-sized zombie horses? Neither, I’m a lover not a fighter.

Favorite Quote? “Make each day your masterpiece.” – John Wooden

Favorite Books? Bible

Favorite Music/Artist? Gospel, R&B, Jazz/The Winins, Fred Hammond, Glady Knight, Whitney Houston and Michael Jackson.

Jamie Greene

Controller

What are your specialties here at V2? Accounting.

When not working, what do you enjoy in your free time? Traveling, kayaking and hanging out with the family.

Spouse? Kids? Pets? What are they like? Jenny is my Cairn Terrier. She runs the house.

Favorite Movies/TV shows? The Wire/Cop Out/Stepbrothers.

What do you want to do when you’re retired? Not work and travel.

Which would you rather fight: A horse sized zombie duck or 50 duck-sized zombie horses? 50 duck-sized zombie horses.

Favorite Quote? “Fight for the things that you care about, but do it in a way that will lead others to join you” – Ruth Ginsburg

Favorite Music/Artist? Depends on the moment, but certainly not the new stuff that people call “Pop” and “Country”.

Norman Nogales

Network Engineer

How long have you been in the IT industry? 12 Years.

How long have you worked at V2? 1,544 days, 7 hours, 13 minutes and 12 seconds.

What are your specialties here at V2? Hosted solutions, Network Support, Apple Support, Server and Desktop support. (Unofficial: Ping-Pong)

When not working, what do you enjoy in your free time? I sit on my chair and wait until the next work day.

Spouse? Kids? Pets? What are they like? I have one daughter, she is amazing.

Who would you like to meet alive or dead and why? Nikola Tesla, compare notes on death ray.

Favorite Movies/TV shows? Transporter, Spiderman (2002), Constantine, Matrix, Sherlock.

What do you want to do when you’re retired? Travel with family.

Any languages you’d like to learn? English, Mandarin, Russian.

With unlimited funding, what would you invent? Spacecraft able to travel and colonize other galaxies… also a Self-cleaning toaster.

Which would you rather fight: A horse sized zombie duck or 50 duck-sized zombie horses? 50 duck-sized zombie horses. 50 more times the fun, 60% less dangerous.

Favorite Quote? “Mmmm… unexplained bacon.” Homer Simpson

Favorite Books? Harry Potter, Tuesday with Morrie, Atlas Shrugged, The Time Traveler’s Wife.

Favorite Music/Artist? Michael Jackson, Ludwig van Beethoven, Frédéric Chopin, Diplo, Celia Cruz, Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett

Erin Wallace

Systems Engineer

How long have you been in the IT industry? 13 years

How long have you worked at V2? 4 year

What are your specialties here at V2? Being 150% awesome

When not working, what do you enjoy in your free time? I enjoy playing video/card games with family & friends, playing piano and producing music into the late night.

Spouse? Kids? Pets? What are they like? Two dogs (Logan and Izzy) and a rabbit named Emmett. Logan is a human trapped in a dog body, Izzy will do anything for you to throw a ball. Emmett is probably the chillest rabbit on the planet.

Who would you like to meet alive or dead and why? Albert Einstein so I could try and understand what he thought about the nature of reality.

Favorite Movies/TV shows? Pulp Fiction, Ex Machina, Cabin in the Woods, The Wire

What do you want to do when you’re retired? Own a futuristic space-themed bar/winery on the West Coast.

Any languages you’d like to learn? Japanese, Spanish

With unlimited funding, what would you invent? A device that could convert sunlight energy with the same efficiency as plants.

Which would you rather fight: A horse sized zombie duck or 50 duck-sized zombie horses? The horse-sized zombie duck and then tame it because zombies are awesome.

Favorite Quote? “The unexamined life is not worth living” – Socrates

Favorite Books? Maybe someday. (That’s not a book title)

Favorite Music/Artist? Drake, Future, Noah Shebib, Big Sean, Beyonce

Bruce Quinn

Systems Engineer

How long have you been in the IT industry? 10 years

How long have you been working at V2 Systems? 1 year

What are your specialties here at V2? Customer support, desktop support, hardware and anything anyone needs done.

When not working, what do you enjoy in your free time? Bowling, homebrewing, video games, mowing the lawn and annoying my friends.

Married? Yes. 9 years strong!

Kids? Pets? What are they like? 2 kids, one boy and one girl. The boy is a lover and the girl is a fighter.

Favorite Movies/TV shows? Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy, Super Troopers, Futurama, American Dad, The Simpsons

What do you want to do when you’re retired? Never work again! Also, brew beer and hang out with the wife.

With unlimited funding, what would you invent? A cure to all disease, an all in one cure.

Which would you rather fight: A horse sized zombie duck or 50 duck-sized zombie horses? My experience with horses is they tend to hold grudges. I’ll take my chances with the one, horse sized zombie duck. Maybe it will be a small sized horse.

Favorite Quote? “Maximum Effort!” – Deadpool or “Living well is the best revenge.” – George Herbert

Favorite Books? Enders Game (anything from Orson Scott Card), Tuf Voyaging (George RR Martin’s other book), The Incarnations of Immortality series (Peirs Anthony) and Marvel comics.

Favorite Music/Artist? Punk, some 80s, all 90s and some 2000s music.

Victor Hunter

Systems Engineer

How long have you been in the IT industry? 16 years

How long have you been working at V2 Systems? 6 years

When not working, what do you enjoy in your free time? Video games, Starting arguments on social media and fortifying couch forts with my daughter.

Married? No chance Lance.

Kids? Pets? What are they like? Two dogs: Brigadier General Peepers McGuiness and Sir Cosmo Kramer. One daughter: Olivia. She’s the greatest.

Favorite Movies/TV shows? Forest Gump, Big Trouble in Little China and Goonies

What do you want to do when you’re retired? invent the teleporter finally after putting it off for all these years.

Any languages you’d like to learn? Klingon and Mandarin.

With unlimited funding, what would you invent? Well, the teleporter obviously.

Which would you rather fight: A horse sized zombie duck or 50 duck-sized zombie horses? That’s an extremely personal question I’m not comfortable discussing.

Favorite Quote? “You’re about as useful as a one-legged man in an arse kicking contest.” – Dad

Favorite Books? a Kindle

Favorite Music/Artist? NOT Drake, Future, or Noah Shebib

Marc Wilcox

Service Desk Manager

How long have you been in the IT industry? 28 years

How long have you worked at V2? 10 years

What are your specialties here at V2? Making sure our clients get what is promised by setting standards monitoring and verification.

When not working, what do you enjoy in your free time? Karate instructor, Skiing

Spouse? Kids? Pets? What are they like? Karate kids and 1 crazy Jack Russell mix

Who would you like to meet alive or dead and why? Nikola Tesla so we can continue his work

Favorite Movies/TV shows? Sixth Sense, Pulp Fiction

What do you want to do when you’re retired? Whatever I want

Any languages you’d like to learn? Latin

With unlimited funding, what would you invent? Lightspeed travel

Which would you rather fight: A horse sized zombie duck or 50 duck-sized zombie horses? Duck is yummy

Favorite Music/Artist? no country, no Pop

Leilani Dooley

Senior Systems Engineer

How long have you been in the IT industry? 15 years

How long have you worked at V2? 12 years

What are your specialties here at V2? AWS, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Active Directory

When not working, what do you enjoy in your free time? Playing GW2 with Husband. Trying new recipes. Exploring New York State and New York City.

Married? Yes

Spouse? Kids? Pets? What are they like? Input error.

Who would you like to meet alive or dead and why? Elon Musk. So I could charm him into giving me a free Tesla S and installing his new home solar system into my soon to be house. Also to find out how to get involved with his space program.

Favorite Movies/TV shows? The West Wing, Voyager

What do you want to do when you’re retired? Travel everywhere with the Husband.

Any languages you’d like to learn? French, Russian, Arabic

With unlimited funding, what would you invent? Faster than light spacecraft engine.

Which would you rather fight: A horse sized zombie duck or 50 duck-sized zombie horses? The horse sized zombie duck because numbers are the only way the zombies win.

Favorite Quote? “I don’t like quotes.” – Anonymous

Favorite Music/Artist? Christmas carols

Dan Lhotka

Chief Engineer

Dan Lhotka Bio

Dan Lhotka is the Chief Engineer for V2 Systems Inc. He is our lead troubleshooter and the go-to team member for figuring out a client’s nuanced issue and then developing a customized solution for them. From something as small as getting a “smart TV” to work to a design of a complex virtualized server infrastructure, Dan has experience working with a vast degree of technology.

Dan has been a valued member of the V2 Systems team for the past 21 years. He began his career with V2 as a hardware technician and worked his way to Chief Engineer. Prior to joining V2 Systems, Dan worked at many non-technical jobs, building computers in his free time.

Dan attended Virginia Tech. He is a Microsoft Certified Professional and holds several Amazon Web Services certifications.

More about Dan Lhotka

How long have you been in the IT industry? 21 years

How long have you worked at V2? 18 years

Specialties at V2 Systems? Terminal Services and Remote Desktop, Servers, Workstations, Hardware

When not working, what do you enjoy in your free time? Playing video games, watching movies and football, reading.

Favorite Movies/TV shows? Star Trek 2 The Wrath of Khan and Aliens would have to be my all-time favorite movies. I can pretty much recite the script word for word for both of them. TV Shows – Game of Thrones, obviously. The Knick, Ash vs Evil Dead, The Walking Dead.

What do you want to do when you’re retired? Build custom made furniture – something I have always wanted to do, and never have the time or space to do.

Any languages you’d like to learn? Japanese.

With unlimited funding, what would you invent? an Electromagnetic repulsion field

Which would you rather fight: A horse sized zombie duck or 50 duck-sized zombie horses? 50 duck zombies, cause I can punt things pretty well.

Favorite Quote? “Good; Bad – I’m the one with the gun.” – Ash, Army of Darkness “I firmly believe that any man’s finest hour, the greatest fulfillment of all that he holds dear, is that moment when he has worked his heart out in a good cause and lies exhausted on the field of battle – victorious.” – Vince Lombardi “No man ever won a war by dying for his country. Wars were won by making the other poor bastard die for his.” – Patton, (from the movie Patton, not an actual quote from Gen. Patton)

Favorite Books? The Wheel of Time series (Robert Jordan), The Cosmere series (Brandon Sanderson)

Favorite Music/Artist? I like everything but country, pop, and new rap (circa 1995 rap is fine). Beethoven, Snoop Dogg, The Who, Beatles, Iron Maiden, CCR, etc.

Chris Waskowich

Chief Information Officer

Chris Waskowich, Chief Information Officer of V2 Systems. Offering innovative Managed IT Services for two decades.

Chris's Bio

Chris Waskowich is a co-owner and Chief Information Officer (CIO) for V2 Systems, Inc. He is the certified expert in leveraging technology to deliver quality managed IT services for V2’s clients. He is dedicated to guiding his clients through the maze of matching business need to technology potential, which includes process standardizing, workflow optimization, budget forecasting, training and generally answering the all important question, “How can we use technology to do things better?”

Along with Erik Briceño, Chris was a co-founder and CTO of Ampcast.com, a leading provider of online resources servicing over 5,000 independent musical artists, and was responsible for managing and executing the entire technical infrastructure of site.

Prior to Ampcast, Chris was an Acoustic Engineer for Electric Boat Corporation from 1995 to 1999 and led the development and administration of custom software designed to track and analyze the overall acoustic performance of submarines.

Chris holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and Material Science from the University of Connecticut and a Master of Science in Technology Management from George Mason University.

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How long have you been in the IT industry? 24 years

How long have you worked at V2? 17 years

What are your specialties here at V2? Chief geek

When not working, what do you enjoy in your free time? Mountain biking, making beer

Spouse? Kids? Pets? What are they like? Wife and 2 kids. The boy is a born engineer. The girl is an artist and a princess.

Favorite Movies/TV shows? The Usual Suspects / The Walking Dead

What do you want to do when you’re retired? Travel

With unlimited funding, what would you invent? The Replicator from Star Trek

Which would you rather fight: A horse sized zombie duck or 50 duck-sized zombie horses? I’m pretty sure I’d prefer the horse-sized zombie duck. Regardless of the outcome, I’m pretty sure it would be a quick battle.

Favorite Quote? Those that know how will always work for those that know why.

Favorite Books? The Songs of Distant Earth

Favorite Music/Artist? Classic Rock

Chris Rajca

VP of Sales

Chris Rajca, the Vice President of Sales, specializing in Managed IT Services from Manassas, VA to Washington, D.C.

Chris's Bio

Chris Rajca is the VP of Sales for V2 Systems, Inc. He is dedicated to working with organizations to identify opportunities to improve and enhance the management and security of their IT systems. This is done by assessing and understanding their requirements and business model to make qualified and budget-friendly recommendations. For Chris, relationship building is key.

Prior to joining V2 Systems in 2012, Chris was the Director of Business Development at Capital Computers & Networks as the lead sales representative. In this capacity he provided client generation, account and marketing management, contract development as well as establishing and leading company sponsored seminars and networking events.

From 1989 to 2010, Chris worked at Freddie Mac, the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, as a Technical Analyst, Manager of Operations and Director of Operations. Though originally hired to assist in the development of Freddie Mac’s new tax system, he eventually advanced to lead the support of their financial systems using PeopleSoft Software. After several years of development and support, Chris moved into a management role for these systems as well as providing management support for an Incident/Problem Management Support Group helpdesk.

More about Chris

How long have you been in the IT industry? 40 years

How long have you worked at V2? 10 years

What are your specialties here at V2? Client Technology Solution Advocate

When not working, what do you enjoy in your free time? Gym rat

Spouse? Kids? Pets? I have a cat. A Maine Coon named Ezekial (a.k.a. Zeke) and a dog, named Griffin.

Who would you like to meet alive or dead and why? Ronald Reagan, Jordan Peterson (knowledge)

Favorite Movies/TV shows? Blood Diamond, 13 Hours, Paranormal Caught on Camera

What do you want to do when you’re retired? Open a tiki bar on a beach

Favorite Quote? “What does not kill me makes me stronger.”

Favorite Music/Artist? Dave Matthews Band

Erik Briceño

President & CEO

Erik has been steering the direction of how Managed IT Services are impacting business operations from Manassas, VA to Washington, D.C.

Erik's Bio

Erik Briceño is a co-owner, President & CEO of V2 Systems, Inc., one of Northern Virginia’s leading Information Technology Managed Service Providers. He is an inspiring leader for its employees and instrumental business partner for its customers. He is passionate about V2’s purpose, dedicated to exceeding expectations and a consummate professional not afraid of jumping in and getting his hands dirty.

Erik also serves as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Rimstorm. Rimstorm’s cloud-based Govcon Enclave™ provides government contractors, and their teaming partners, a cost-effective solution to meet CMMC requirements. As COO, Erik oversees the daily operations as well as provides support in the creation and implementation of strategic visions for Rimstorm, in collaboration with the CEO.

Prior to joining V2 Systems in 2002, Erik was a co-founder and COO of Ampcast.com, a leading provider of online resources servicing over 5,000 independent musical artists. At Ampcast.com, Erik spearheaded all aspects of corporate development, funding, strategic vision, and business development for the firm.

From 1997 to 1999 Erik held the position of Acoustic Systems Engineer for Electric Boat Corporation, a leading defense contractor. In this role, Erik was responsible for the acoustic fidelity of two noise critical systems and components in the US Navy’s nuclear submarine systems. Erik holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Vanderbilt University and a Masters of Business Administration from George Mason University.

When not working, you will find Erik a dedicated family man, raising two children with his lovely wife Karen. Together, they enjoy building legos, playing baseball, skiing, riding horses, swimming, traveling, and fixing up old Mopars.

More about Erik

How long have you been in the IT industry? 22 years

How long have you worked at V2? 22 years

What are your specialties here at V2? Coaching

When not working, what do you enjoy in your free time? All sports (baseball, football, tennis, basketball, etc.), fixing things, guitar, drums, cars, reading, traveling, horseback riding, friends and family.

Married? 16 wonderful years.

Spouse? Kids? Pets? What are they like? 2 very active teenagers. English labs named Cider and River.

What do you want to do when you’re retired? Travel, art, music, golf and grandkids.

With unlimited funding, what would you invent? Commercial Nuclear Fusion

Favorite Quote? “By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which is the noblest; Second, by imitation, which is the easiest; and third by experience, which is the bitterest.” – Confucius

Favorite Books? The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

Leadership

The V2 Systems Leadership Team

Erik Briceño

Chris Rajca

Chris Waskowich

Chad Jordan

Dan Lhotka

Kelly Weist

Marc Wilcox

Hai Tran

Mark Maddox

Maximo Rodriguez

Bhawana Rijal

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