Brent Yonk
Assistant Section Chief - Technology & Data Innovation Counterterrorism Division @Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Signup · Get unlimited contacts
WORK HISTORY
Assistant Section Chief - Technology & Data Innovation Counterterrorism Division @Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Provide operational leadership of the design and development of emerging technology capabilities for the FBI’s Counterterrorism mission worldwide- Orchestrate shift from reactive to proactive threat intelligence by implementing AI-driven predictive analytics- Established a center of excellence for emerging technologies (quantum computing, AI/ML) to maintain technological superiority in counterterrorism operations- Cultivate relationships with private sector technology leaders, establishing public-private partnerships that accelerated innovation in threat detection capabilities- Led rapid technology deployment during major national security incidents, providing critical technical capabilities to operational teams- Architect and implement comprehensive IT strategy supporting global counterterrorism operations, aligning technical capabilities with evolving national security priorities- Led digital transformation initiatives that enhanced intelligence sharing capabilities across partner agencies, improving threat detection response times- Present briefings to senior policy makers on technological capabilities, gaps, and recommended strategic investments- Collaborate with legal counsel to develop compliance frameworks ensuring operations met constitutional and statutory requirements
EDUCATION
Stevens-Henager College
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration and Management
Harvard University
National Preparedness Leadership Initiative
Utah State University
Business Administration
SKILLS
ABOUT BRENT YONK
Brent Yonk is a seasoned executive and transformative leader who currently oversees all development of next-generation technology for the FBI’s counterterrorism mission. With extensive experience navigating high-stakes environments and building world class teams, he specializes in driving strategic innovation and cultivating exceptional workplace culture that positions teams and organizations for sustained excellence and competitive advantage.In his senior technology leadership role at the FBI, he oversees the development of mission-critical solutions that demand the highest standards of performance, security, and reliability.His expertise in organizational leadership has garnered international recognition, with speaking and leadership training engagements at prestigious companies and conferences worldwide. This global perspective, combined with his experience as an adjunct faculty instructor for the FBI Academy training leaders across diverse backgrounds, has refined his ability to cultivate high-performing teams.How I Can Drive Value for Your OrganizationStrategic Leadership - Implement forward-thinking approaches that balance innovation with operational excellenceCultural Transformation - Design employee experiences that enhance engagement, reduce turnover, and strengthen organizational resilienceExecutive Coaching - Develop leadership capabilities and emotional intelligence at all organizational levelsTeam Development - Build adaptive teams equipped to navigate market volatility and capitalize on emerging opportunities
This profile is compiled from publicly available professional sources. Unifers is not affiliated with or endorsed by LinkedIn. Request removal of this profile.