Craig C. Smith
Global IT & Cybersecurity Leader | Executive Communications Advisor | Delivering Secure, High-Impact Operations | TS/SCI
- Role
- Senior Director for Strategic Initiatives at Sherpa 6, Inc.
- Location
- Alexandria, VA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Craig C. Smith
I lead teams of 1,500+ personnel and direct multi-million-dollar technology portfolios supporting senior national security leaders, including the Secretary of Defense and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. I specialize in IT strategy, cybersecurity, and executive communications, delivering mission-critical systems that are resilient, scalable, and globally operational. My experience spans multi-theater operations and enterprise modernization, translating complex challenges into actionable solutions for high-stakes decision-making.I have built and guided high-performing teams, integrated cyber defense across joint, interagency, and coalition environments, and enabled leaders to make informed, high-stakes decisions. From multi-theater operations to enterprise IT modernization, my experience combines technical precision with strategic insight, equipping organizations to operate effectively in dynamic and complex environments.I am focused on applying this experience to senior leadership opportunities—CIO, CISO, or program executive—where complex challenges demand operational rigor, strategic vision, and the ability to architect systems and organizations that consistently deliver meaningful outcomes. Having been consistently entrusted with high-visibility, high-responsibility roles throughout my career, I bring proven capability to manage complex, rapidly evolving operations. I am particularly interested in roles where I can leverage global experience and a holistic understanding of technology, communications, and organizational strategy to enable sustainable growth and secure operations.
Experience
Senior Director for Strategic Initiatives
Mar 2026 — Present · Northern Virginia, VA, US
Education
Cypress Lake High School
High School Diploma
1978 — 1982
Campbell University, Lundy-Fetterman School of Business
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Business Administration
1999 — 2000
National War College
Master of Science - MS, National Security Strategy
2016 — 2017
Campbell University
Associates Degree, General Education
1993 — 1995
U.S. Naval War College
Master of Arts - MA, National Security and Strategic Studies
2006 — 2007
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