Lt. General (Retired) Bruce Crawford Joins Jacobs' Critical Mission Solutions Leadership Team as Senior Vice President, Strategic Development

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Jacobs (NYSE:J) has appointed retired Army Lieutenant General Bruce T. Crawford as Senior Vice President of Strategic Development within its Critical Mission Solutions (CMS) line of business. Armed with over 34 years of experience in national security and information technology, Crawford aims to drive growth and innovation at Jacobs. He previously served as a key advisor to high-ranking Army officials. Jacobs reports approximately $14 billion in revenue and employs over 55,000 personnel, providing a wide range of professional services.

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• Appointment of Bruce Crawford expected to enhance leadership and strategic direction.
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DALLAS, Nov. 25, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J) welcomes former Army Chief Information Officer (CIO) and recently retired Army Lieutenant General Bruce T. Crawford to the company's Critical Mission Solutions (CMS) line of business as Senior Vice President, Strategic Development. Crawford will provide strategic leadership, vision and focus to support growth and continued development and deployment of innovative solutions across an ever-expanding client base within CMS.

"Lieutenant General Crawford is an inspiring thought leader that brings a depth of strong leadership experience to our Critical Mission Solutions business strategy," said Jacobs Executive Vice President and COO of Critical Mission Solutions Dawne Hickton. "Together, we now have the industry's foremost expertise to deliver even more innovative solutions for our clients and our communities around the world."

Crawford brings more than 34 years of executive management in national security, enterprise information technology (IT) and cybersecurity. Most recently he served as the principal enterprise IT and cybersecurity policy advisor to the Secretary of the Army and the Army Chief of Staff, and has held a variety of operational and strategic leadership positions in every major theater of operations including North America, Europe, the Pacific and Southwest Asia.

Crawford holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and Master of Science degrees in both Administration and National Resource Strategy. A decorated combat veteran, Crawford was also named 2020 Black Engineer of the Year by the Black Engineer of the Year Association (BEYA).

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. With approximately $14 billion in revenue and a talent force of more than 55,000, Jacobs provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sector. Visit jacobs.com and connect with Jacobs on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

Certain statements contained in this press release constitute forward-looking statements as such term is defined in Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and such statements are intended to be covered by the safe harbor provided by the same. Statements made in this release that are not based on historical fact are forward-looking statements. We base these forward-looking statements on management's current estimates and expectations as well as currently available competitive, financial and economic data. Forward-looking statements, however, are inherently uncertain. There are a variety of factors that could cause business results to differ materially from our forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the related reaction of governments on global and regional market conditions and the company's business. For a description of some additional factors that may occur that could cause actual results to differ from our forward-looking statements, see our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended October 2, 2020, and in particular the discussions contained under Item 1 - Business; Item 1A - Risk Factors; Item 3 - Legal Proceedings; and Item 7 - Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, as well as the company's other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The company is not under any duty to update any of the forward-looking statements after the date of this press release to conform to actual results, except as required by applicable law.

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FAQ

Who is Bruce T. Crawford in relation to Jacobs?

Bruce T. Crawford is the newly appointed Senior Vice President of Strategic Development at Jacobs' Critical Mission Solutions.

What experience does Bruce T. Crawford bring to Jacobs?

Crawford brings over 34 years of executive management experience in national security, enterprise IT, and cybersecurity.

What does the appointment of Bruce Crawford mean for Jacobs (NYSE:J)?

His appointment is expected to strengthen Jacobs' leadership and drive innovation within its Critical Mission Solutions segment.

How does Bruce Crawford's military background benefit Jacobs?

Crawford's military experience provides strategic insights and a leadership perspective that can enhance operational capabilities.