Michael Kent

Manager, Cyber Defense Operations @United States Air Force

Actively managed and oversaw 33 programs, including electronic emissions security, information security, physical security, and DLP to provide comprehensive protection of all information systems operated by the organization, resulting in zero negligent discharges of classified or sensitive information- Successfully implemented and maintained classified/unclassified network access controls, cybersecurity awareness training, and asset protection protocols, resulting in 100% asset accountability for over 5 years- Created and managed organization continuity of operations plans, allowing two successful full-interruption tests with zero operational degradation- Performed audits of external information security programs for remote operations in support of the conflict in Ukraine, resulting in the successful movement of weapons into theater- Directed organization projects totaling more than $15.5M USD, including infrastructure and security upgrades, to enhance security posture and mission effectiveness of $190M in facilities and $8.3M in vehicles- Selected as 2021 Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) of the Year (#1 of 74) and 2020 Outstanding Cyber Systems NCO of the Year (#1 of 23)- Led my team to the 2020/2021 Team of the 2nd Quarter, and 2021 Team of the Year (#1 of 11).