Christopher A. Cooley is an accomplished cybersecurity and intelligence leader with over 10 years of experience across threat intelligence, incident response, cybersecurity operations, and program management. With a foundation in military intelligence from 18 years of service in the Army National Guard—including two overseas deployments—Chris has built a career at the intersection of national security, cybersecurity, and strategic leadership.
Chris has held leadership roles in public and private sectors, supporting organizations ranging from federal agencies like DHS USCIS, USPS to global Fortune 500 companies like McDonald's and Credit Suisse. Throughout his career, he has built cyber intelligence programs from the ground up, developed compliance frameworks, and led high-performing international teams to deliver proactive, actionable security insights.
Chris’s leadership is marked by a commitment to integrity, sustainability, innovation, and mentorship. His professional journey reflects a rare balance of strategic thinking, creative innovation, and operational excellence, anchored in a deep commitment to doing the right thing, even when it is not easy.More...