The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has announced the appointment of Nicholas Andersen as its new Executive Assistant Director for Cybersecurity. A seasoned cybersecurity executive and decorated U.S. Marine Corps veteran, Andersen brings over 15 years of experience leading complex cyber operations across federal, intelligence, and commercial sectors.
Prior to joining CISA, Andersen served as President and Chief Operating Officer of Invictus International Consulting, where he oversaw cybersecurity, intelligence integration, and technology delivery for federal and commercial partners.
Earlier roles include serving as Chief Information Security Officer for the Public Sector at Lumen Technologies and holding multiple senior cybersecurity leadership positions at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).
Recognized as Intelligence Executive of the Year and one of Washington Executive’s top 10 CISOs to watch, Andersen has built a reputation as a strategic and mission-driven leader.
At CISA, he will lead the agency’s cybersecurity mission, driving efforts to address national cyber threats and improve the security and resilience of U.S. critical infrastructure.
“I am pleased to welcome Nick Andersen to our CISA leadership team,” said Acting CISA Director Madhu Gottumukkala. “His broad experience across business, government, and technology uniquely positions him to strengthen our engagement with critical infrastructure partners, helping them better assess risk and elevate their security posture.”
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