60 firms to add 1,400 jobs in Fairfax County

Jessica Sabbath //September 3, 2013//

Jessica Sabbath// September 3, 2013//

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During the second quarter, 60 companies announced expansion or relocation plans that are expected to add 1,400 jobs in Fairfax County.

The Fairfax County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA) said Friday that most of these businesses are in the information technology and professional services sectors, while seven are foreign-based firms.

The announcements included Amazon Web Services, which designs and offers IT infrastructure services to business and government customers. It plans to add 500 jobs.

In addition, Ampcus, a professional services and IT firm, is adding 96 jobs, while Navigant Consulting, a business consulting services company, is adding 50.

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