Derrick Pledger MBA, Pmp, Cissp
About Derrick Pledger MBA, Pmp, Cissp
Derrick Pledger is the Chief Digital & Information Officer at Maximus, with over 20 years of experience in digital modernization and technology management.
Title
Derrick Pledger holds the position of Chief Digital & Information Officer at Maximus. His tenure at this role began in 2024 and is located in McLean, Virginia. His responsibilities include overseeing the company's digital and information strategies and working on-site.
Previous Roles
Derrick Pledger's career at Leidos saw him in several high-level positions. From 2022 to 2024, he served as SVP - Chief Digital & Information Officer. Prior to that, he was the VP, Director of Digital Modernization from 2020 to 2022. He also held the role of Vice President, Enterprise Solution Architecture, from 2019 to 2020. Before joining Leidos, he worked at SAIC as a Field Service Engineer from 2009 to 2010 and spent four years from 2004 to 2008 with the United States Army - Intelligence.
Education and Expertise
Derrick Pledger has a robust educational background from notable institutions. He earned a Bachelor's degree from Virginia Tech, studying from 1999 to 2004. He continued his education at Cochise College from 2005 to 2006, where he studied Military Intelligence Operations and achieved an Associate of Science (A.S.)/Occupational Certification. His diverse educational experience has equipped him with extensive knowledge in military and digital intelligence operations.
Industry Contributions
Derrick Pledger has authored two books, contributing significantly to thought leadership in his field. His recognition as an 'Achievement Architect' highlights his focus on designing and implementing successful strategies. He also served as a board member, adding value through strategic insights and governance expertise.
Professional Achievements
With over 20 years of experience in digital modernization and technology management, Derrick Pledger has a proven track record of driving growth strategies. Notably, he led a global delivery team at Leidos, managing a secure digital ecosystem for a $14 billion corporation with over 47,000 employees, showcasing his capability in handling large-scale operations and digital transformations.