Top national security leaders to watch in 2024

National security leaders play a key role in modernizing, protecting and defending the technologies that power missions on land, sea, air and space. These leaders support one of the most important missions of government: securing and defending the country’s citizens, economy and institutions. Security-related missions highlighted here include critical infrastructure, cyber-connected operational equipment, Internet of Things, enterprise IT, border protection and space. With the ever-evolving security threat landscape, their roles are more important than ever.

The WashingtonExec Top National Security Executives to Watch 2024 list includes senior vice presidents, vice presidents and industry leaders executing the mission in the Department of Homeland Security and law enforcement agencies. With the support of strong leadership, teams and processes, they have achieved significant milestones and have the expertise to navigate the complexities of the national security landscape.