PSC hires McDermott

The Professional Services Council said today it has named Ryan McDermott vice president for defense and intelligence.

"In this role, he will oversee the work of PSC’s Defense & Intelligence Council and advocate for legislation and regulations that impact contractors working with federal defense and intel-related agencies," the industry group said.

McDermott previously served as principal director for manufacturing and industrial base policy at the Pentagon and as special assistant to the assistant secretary of the Army for financial management and comptroller.

He also worked at Booz Allen Hamilton, as an investment banker and as an officer in the 3rd Infantry Division.