TASC, Inc. yesterday said that effective immediately it has promoted John Hynes to executive vice president and chief operating officer (COO), a new role where he will be focused on operational effectiveness to support rapidly evolving customer requirements.

Hynes previously was in charge of TASC’s Defense and Civil Group.

“The time is right for TASC to make another refinement in our organizational structure,” David Langstaff, president and CEO of TASC, said in a statement. “With a laser focus on continuous improvement, we will be even better positioned to help our customers navigate their affordability challenges while fulfilling their mission of keeping our nation safe and secure.”