When Allegis starting pro-actively developing cyber security start-ups in Maryland, quite a few people questioned our expansion out of the Silicon Valley "innovation heartland".  What we found in Maryland was an exceptionally deep pool to cyber engineering talent, outstanding quality of life, entrepreneurs with a strong work ethic and a commitment to a mission.  5 years later, our expansion has been validated and rewarded.  We are not the only ones looking past Silicon Valley for opportunity and growth...