About
Ms. Gilliland is president of General Dynamics Information Technology (“GDIT”), a business unit of General Dynamics Corporation. GDIT is a global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government as well as the defense and intelligence communities. Before being named president in September 2017, Ms. Gilliland served as GDIT’s deputy for operations and was responsible for all aspects of the company’s business operations. Ms. Gilliland joined General Dynamics in 2005 and has served in a variety of leadership roles, including senior vice president of human resources and administration, chief of staff for the chief executive officer and staff vice president of strategic planning, staff vice president of investor relations, and director of strategic planning.
Prior to joining General Dynamics, Ms. Gilliland served in the U.S. Navy as a surface warfare and public affairs officer. Ms. Gilliland serves as a member of the board of the Northern Virginia Technology Council and the Economic Club of Washington.
Ms. Gilliland earned a bachelor’s degree with distinction from the U.S. Naval Academy, a master’s degree from Cambridge University and a master’s degree in business administration from Georgetown University.
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Other directorships (state)
(only entities turnover at least $5m p/a)
Working history
Committee/s
| Company | Committee | Role | Appointment Date | Resignation Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BNY Mellon | Board | Member | 13/04/2021 | |
| BNY Mellon | Audit | Member | 13/04/2021 | |
| BNY Mellon | Remuneration | Member | 13/04/2021 | |
| BNY Mellon | Technology | Member | 13/04/2021 |