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Catalyst Operations & Analytics

Catalyst Operations & Analytics

Government Relations Services

Vienna, Virginia 978 followers

National Security Consulting and Software Development for Government Clients

About us

Catalyst Operations & Analytics, LLC (COA) provides tailored support to Government and commercial clients through operational and cyber support services, artificial intelligence, and threat environment awareness. Our mission is to ensure that our clients have a current and complete understanding of the complexities, risks, and opportunities whenever and wherever they conduct business. COA maintains an elite cadre of professionals with experience supporting the US Defense and National Security communities and commercial industry clients. Our collaborative corporate culture enables us to support dynamic, mission-critical requirements at the speed of business.

Website
http://www.CatalystOps.com
Industry
Government Relations Services
Company size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Vienna, Virginia
Type
Partnership
Founded
2017
Specialties
Training, Operations Support, Language Expertise, Executive Training, Insider Threat, Business Intelligence, Risk Mitigation, Cybersecurity, Consulting, IT, AI, Technology, Automation, Cryptocurrency, Investigations, Professional Staffing, and National Security

Locations

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    1934 Old Gallows Rd

    Suite 402

    Vienna, Virginia 22182, US

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Employees at Catalyst Operations & Analytics

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  • Catalyst Operations & Analytics reposted this

    View profile for Robert Saenz

    CEO | Entrepreneur | Government & AI Strategist | Founder of Catalyst Operations & Analytics & Obsidian Logix

    We’re proud to share that Catalyst Operations & Analytics was ranked #791 on the 2025 Inc. Magazine's Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America — and #24 in the Government Services sector! The Inc. 5000 is an annual list that showcases the best of the best in entrepreneurial business, and this recognition reflects the relentless drive, creativity, and commitment of our incredible team. To our Catalyst family — thank you for your hard work, dedication, and belief in our mission. This achievement belongs to you. The future is bright, and we’re just getting started. More growth. More impact. More to come. #IncMagazine #Inc5000 #Growth #Leadership #GovernmentServices #COA #TeamCatalyst #Entrepreneurship #Success #BusinessGrowth #FastestGrowingCompanies

  • With Catalyst Operations & Analytics' Illumina - you can now free up your resources for more critical priorities!

    View profile for Robert Saenz

    CEO | Entrepreneur | Government & AI Strategist | Founder of Catalyst Operations & Analytics & Obsidian Logix

    Rapid Translation and Transcription is Here! In today’s high-stakes, multilingual mission environments, speed and accuracy are no longer luxuries — they’re requirements. Enter Illumina. Designed for national security, defense, and intelligence operations, Illumina delivers mission-ready multilingual processing at a scale and speed previously thought impossible. A real-world example: Catalyst Operations & Analytics' Illumina can transcribe and translate a 90-minute Mandarin Chinese audio file into English in under 3 minutes — end-to-end. That’s not just fast. That's an operational advantage. Whether it’s bulk data analysis, multilingual communications, or real-time support for deployed forces, Illumina is ready to make an impact across:   U.S. Department of Defense U.S. Special Operations Forces Intelligence Community Five Eyes NATO Allies Faster insights. Lower latency. Better decisions — no matter the language or format. If you're exploring capabilities that can give your team a real-time edge, let’s talk. #AI #LanguageTech #Translation #AudioProcessing #OperationalAI #Illumina #DoD #SOF #IC #FVEY #NATO #USArmy #USMC #USAF #USNavy #SOCOM #USSOCOM #JSOC #CyberCommand #DefenseTech #MissionReady

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    View profile for Robert Saenz

    CEO | Entrepreneur | Government & AI Strategist | Founder of Catalyst Operations & Analytics & Obsidian Logix

    At Catalyst Operations & Analytics, we know that seamless communication isn't just a luxury—it's a competitive advantage. That’s why we built Illumina, our AI-powered speech-to-text platform that transforms high-volume audio into accurate, searchable, and multilingual text in real time. From video calls to recorded meetings, Illumina breaks down language barriers and enables clarity at scale. What Can Illumina Do for You? *Real-time translation and transcription of audio, video, and text to text. *Automated, searchable transcripts for fast access and minimal manual effort. *Accurate multilingual communication that improves productivity and cross-border collaboration. *Document translation & triage to prioritize and analyze large datasets at scale. Imagine connecting confidently with global partners, teams, and clients, with language barriers completely eliminated and critical information effortlessly searchable. Ready to transform how your organization listens, understands, and responds? Let’s make communication seamless. www.illumina-x.ai #Innovation #TranslationTechnology #CommunicationSolutions #CatalystOps #Illumina #SecureComms #GovTech

  • View profile for Robert Saenz

    CEO | Entrepreneur | Government & AI Strategist | Founder of Catalyst Operations & Analytics & Obsidian Logix

    The Next Frontier in KYC: Defending Against AI-Generated Face Spoofing As banks race to digitize, AI-generated face spoofing has emerged as a stealthy but potent threat—deepfakes, GAN-crafted avatars, and synthetic identities are now bypassing traditional onboarding systems. Regulatory frameworks like GDPR and KYC aren’t just compliance checkboxes anymore—they’re risk accelerators for institutions still using outdated authentication methods. The stakes? Millions lost to fraud, reputational damage, and customer attrition. At Catalyst Operations & Analytics we don’t see these risks as threats, we see them as challenges. Defensive tools like Red Team Testing Platforms, Passive Face Authenticity APIs, Synthetic Identity Simulation Sandboxes, and DeFAI (Decentralized Finance + AI) can proactively safeguard financial institutions. Banks that embrace these innovations don’t just defend—they differentiate. With real ROI in the form of fraud reduction, regulatory resilience, and enhanced trust, the business case for AI-first KYC is no longer optional—it’s foundational. Catalyst is uniquely positioned to lead in this space. By combining AI-driven multimodal biometrics, decentralized data storage, and predictive risk scoring, we’re designing the authentication stack for the next decade. Your identity is your password—and it’s time we start treating it that way. If you're a FinTech, RegTech, or compliance lead, let’s talk. We’re already piloting with partners!  -> AI.Solutions@catalystops.com #AI #KYC #FintechSecurity #FaceSpoofing #SyntheticID #BankingInnovation #Cybersecurity #FraudPrevention #FintechInnovation #DigitalTrust

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  • Welcome aboard Sheetal!

    View profile for Robert Saenz

    CEO | Entrepreneur | Government & AI Strategist | Founder of Catalyst Operations & Analytics & Obsidian Logix

    We're thrilled to announce that Ms. Sheetal Patel has joined the Catalyst Operations & Analytics Board of Directors, alongside Ralph Goff, marking another significant milestone in our exciting growth journey! Sheetal brings a wealth of expertise from her distinguished 28-year career at the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), most notably as the Assistant Director for the CIA’s Transnational and Technology Mission Center. In this groundbreaking role, she led CIA's efforts to track, understand, and identify opportunities to leverage critical technologies for national security and intelligence purposes while defending against national security risks posed by these technologies. Her impressive leadership also includes her tenure as Assistant Director for CIA Counterintelligence, where she expertly managed global teams dedicated to protecting U.S. intelligence personnel, operations, and cutting-edge technologies against evolving threats. Her innovative approach modernized counterintelligence practices and significantly enhanced national security resilience. With extensive experience briefing senior White House officials, Congressional leaders, international partners, and private-sector executives, Sheetal uniquely understands the intersection of emerging technologies, national security imperatives, and private sector opportunities. We are confident that Sheetal's experience and vision will be transformative for Catalyst Operations & Analytics as we continue to expand and innovate. Welcome aboard, Sheetal Patel! #BoardOfDirectors #Leadership #Innovation #A #Cybersecurity #Growth #CatalystOps

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  • Today, Catalyst celebrates all the incredible moms out there and those who step up when a mom can’t be there. Whether you’re a mom, stepmom, foster mom, grandmother, or someone who is always there to give love and care, we honor the strength, guidance, and support you provide. Your love and support touch lives in ways that last forever. We thank you for all you do! Wishing you all a Mother’s Day filled with love, appreciation, and well-deserved relaxation!

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  • View profile for Robert Saenz

    CEO | Entrepreneur | Government & AI Strategist | Founder of Catalyst Operations & Analytics & Obsidian Logix

    Your IP is more than just code or content—it’s your competitive edge. Protect it accordingly. In today’s environment, intellectual property doesn’t just mean patents or proprietary software. It includes your: *Internal rates and pricing strategies *Capture plans and go-to-market roadmaps *Employee rosters and candidate pipelines *Custom tooling and infrastructure *Client lists and teaming agreements *Decision frameworks and operational data The reality? What makes your business special can be quietly observed, replicated, or poached—often without a single breach in your network. Security isn’t just a technical problem anymore. It’s a leadership priority. We’re seeing more companies take proactive steps to protect what matters most: *Locking down internal documents and rate sheets *Limiting visibility into bids, pricing, and partner proposals *Red-teaming their hiring processes and digital recruiting footprints *Hardening AI pipelines and infrastructure deployments *Watching for IP leakage through resumes, outbound comms, or job descriptions At Catalyst, we’re intentional about securing not just our tools, but our talent, our ideas, and our future growth engines. If your growth depends on what only you can deliver—treat your IP like your crown jewels. What are you doing to secure the edge that makes your company different?

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  • Exciting times!

    View profile for Robert Saenz

    CEO | Entrepreneur | Government & AI Strategist | Founder of Catalyst Operations & Analytics & Obsidian Logix

    Since joining us in December, Ralph Goff has been an integral part of our momentum, helping drive customer engagement, strengthen our strategic vision, and enhance our ability to meet the most sophisticated security and technology challenges. Today, we are proud to announce that Mr. Goff has been appointed to Catalyst Operations & Analytics's newly formed Board of Directors — a major milestone in our journey toward long-term growth and excellence. The creation of our Board marks a pivotal moment for COA, strengthening our governance, strategic oversight, and commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and integrity. As part of our COA 2030 growth strategy, this esteemed Board will guide us as we deliver exceptional outcomes for our customers, employees, and partners. Please join us in celebrating this exciting next chapter! #Leadership #Growth #COA2030 #Innovation #CatalystOperationsAndAnalytics #CustomerExperience #SecuritySolutions #RiskManagement #Partnership #NationalSecurity #Cybersecurity

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  • Catalyst Operations & Analytics is hiring a DevSecOps Engineer to join our team in Vienna, VA! If you're looking for a new opportunity—and want to work on meaningful, real-world projects alongside an incredible team—this is your chance to make an impact. In this on-site role, you’ll design and manage secure Docker-based deployments; embed security into CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitLab CI, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions; orchestrate containers using Kubernetes and Helm to support scalable, resilient infrastructure —all while championing a security-first mindset. You must be available to work full-time onsite in our Tyson's Corner, VA headquarters, and due to customer requirements, you must be a U.S. Citizen to be considered. Why Catalyst? Because here, you're never just a name behind a screen. Our tech team is a visible, valued part of the office dynamic—your voice matters, your input is heard, and your work drives real results. You'll be part of a collaborative, fast-paced environment with generous benefits, including: ✔️ 4 weeks PTO + 11 paid Federal Holidays ✔️ 401(k) match up to 10% with immediate vesting ✔️ Non-elective 401(k) contribution (profit sharing) ✔️ Low-cost health, dental, and vision insurance ✔️ HSA with employer contribution ✔️ Fully paid disability & life coverage ✔️ Company events + a great team culture Know someone who might be a fit? Let’s connect! https://lnkd.in/eTs5vNxi

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