President and Chief Executive Officer
Chief Technology Officer and Partner
Manish Dadhich is a seasoned entrepreneur and technology executive with over 20 years of experience in strategic planning, program and project management, technical solutions development, and corporate quality assurance. As the President & CEO of Varmoda Tech, he leads the company’s vision to deliver cutting-edge solutions in Cybersecurity, Cloud, AI, and Digital Transformation for government and enterprise clients.
Throughout his career, Manish has successfully led and managed multi-million-dollar IT programs for U.S. Federal Government agencies, overseeing contracts ranging from $5 million to $100 million and teams of over 110 full-time employees. His expertise spans government contracting, digital transformation, IT modernization, and AI-driven solutions.
Before founding Varmoda Tech, Manish served as Vice President of Technical Solutions at Zolon Tech, where he spearheaded large-scale federal contracts worth over $200 million. His strategic leadership enabled the development of hybrid cloud, AI/ML, and cybersecurity solutions, establishing a strong presence in the government IT services industry.
Manish is a thought leader in the GovCon space, driving technical innovation, operational excellence, and strategic partnerships. He holds degrees from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Chennai, and has completed executive education in Strategy and Finance at INSEAD. His certifications include Project Management Professional (PMP), AWS Solutions Architect, Certified Blockchain Expert, and SAFe Agile.
Under his leadership, Varmoda Tech continues to expand its impact by providing mission-critical solutions to government agencies and enterprises, enabling them to achieve high-speed, scalable, and secure digital transformation.
Mohith Narayanan is a seasoned technology executive and program management leader with over 20 years of experience in enterprise IT delivery, strategic innovation, cloud transformation, and digital modernization. He currently serves as Chief Technology Officer and Partner at Varmoda, where he drives technology strategy, innovation, and scalable digital solutions to advance customer missions in both the public and private sectors.
In his previous role, Mohith served as Vice President of Innovation at Bart & Associates, overseeing corporate IT strategy, technical solution development, innovation programs, and IT operations, driving business growth and technological excellence across public sector and enterprise clients.
Throughout his career, Mohith has led multi-million-dollar IT programs for U.S. Federal Government agencies, including cloud migrations, digital transformation initiatives, and large-scale Cybersecurity system integrations. His leadership has consistently shaped innovative solutions in cloud computing, cybersecurity, agile transformation, and IT service management.
Prior to his current roles, Mohith held senior leadership positions at General Dynamics Information Technology, where he directed $100mn solution engineering opportunities, developed innovation centers, and led technical architectures for major federal health and civilian projects. His earlier experience includes managing mission-critical systems at Project Performance Corporation, QinetiQ North America, and consulting for key agencies such as the Department of Justice, Department of Labor, and Social Security Administration, delivering impactful results across diverse IT portfolios.
Mohith holds a Dual Degree in Mathematics and Electrical Engineering from the University of Maryland, College Park, and a Master's in Cybersecurity from George Mason University.
Shaquanta Durden is a seasoned program manager and cybersecurity leader with over 18 years of experience managing complex projects across the U.S. Department of Defense, federal agencies, and private sector clients. A Government Cleared Disabled Army Veteran, she specializes in delivering mission-critical IT and cybersecurity solutions with expertise in program management, risk management, and enterprise transformation.
As Program Manager at Zolon Tech, Shaquanta leads security strategy and project execution for the U.S. Department of Agriculture, overseeing access control, vulnerability management, and contingency planning for 40 systems serving over 30,000 users. Her leadership has driven compliance, process optimization, and operational excellence across multiple federal contracts.
Prior to her current role, Shaquanta held senior project management and consulting positions with MidWest Consulting Group, Mode3 Solutions, and Trideum Corporation, where she led large-scale cybersecurity initiatives, cloud migrations, and software integration projects for clients in finance, healthcare, and defense. Her distinguished 12-year tenure supporting the Department of Defense included managing enterprise-wide systems integration, tactical network deployments, and multi-billion-dollar digital transformation initiatives in combat and training environments.
Shaquanta holds a Master of Science in Cybersecurity & Information Assurance (in progress), a Bachelor of Science in Business–Information Technology, and numerous certifications including PMP, CompTIA Security+, ITIL V4, and CompTIA Linux+. She maintains an active SECRET security clearance and is recognized for her commitment to delivering secure, efficient, and innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of defense and civilian agencies.
