Steve MacOmber

About Steve MacOmber

Strategic IT and cybersecurity leader with 17+ years of U.S. Coast Guard service, known for transforming complex technical operations and leading high-performing teams in demanding environments. I specialize in cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, and operational leadership at scale—aligning people, processes, and technology to deliver mission-critical results.Currently, I lead 190+ military and civilian C5I (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber & Intelligence) professionals across 12 detachments in a 5-state region. I’m responsible for the operations and cyber readiness of systems supporting 30% of Coast Guard personnel—including 21K+ endpoints, communications and navigation systems, and all C5I services for 6 bases, 3 Air Stations, 3 Training Centers, 37 cutters, and 200+ small boats. My area of impact spans the entire mid-Atlantic region and also includes Coast Guard forces in Europe and the Middle East.I hold an MBA from the University of Florida, earned through the Coast Guard’s IT Strategic Management advanced education program, where I focused on business strategy, innovation, and leadership in complex, regulated environments.Previous highlights include:• Deputy Chief, IT Infrastructure Security: Led 124 personnel, managed a $65M budget, and improved procurement efficiency across critical infrastructure.• Enterprise Identity & Access Manager: Directed enterprise cybersecurity programs supporting thousands of users with a focus on compliance, resilience, and modernization.• Regional Recruiting Manager: Drove recruitment success across 13 states, strengthening Coast Guard workforce readiness.I lead with integrity, clarity, and purpose—and thrive on solving technical challenges through human-centered leadership.Outside the uniform, I’m a dedicated husband and father of twins, triathlete and organic vegetable gardener. These personal pursuits reinforce the discipline, creativity, and perspective I bring to every mission.

Experience

1. Mid Atlantic Regional Technology Director

   U.S. Coast Guard

   Jun 2024 — Present · Portsmouth, VA, US

   Leads 160 active duty, reserve, civilian Command, Control, Communication, Computer, Cyber and Intelligence (C5I) personnel at 12 Electronic Systems Support Detachments across a 5-state Mid-Atlantic region; C5I Service Center\'s 5th District Technical Authority; responsible & accountable for operations & cyber readiness of C5I systems supporting 30% of CG personnel including: 21K+ computers/phones, comms & nav systems, 6 Bases & Sectors, 3 Air Stations, 3 Training Centers, 31 Small Boat Stations, 37 Cutters, 200+ small boats, LANT, D5, Patrol Forces Southwest Asia & all C5ISC & Logistic Centers.

Education

• USAF Air Command and Staff College

  Graduate Certificate, Military Joint Operations Planning and Strategy

• University of Florida

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

• Temple University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History major, Certificate in Arabic language, University Honors Program

  2006 — 2010

• Creighton University's Heider College of Business

  Master of Science (M.S.), Analytics

  2017 — 2019

Skills

• Training
• Jmp
• National Security
• Veterans
• Python
• Web Development
• Business Analysis
• Command
• Military Operations
• Microsoft Access
• Databases
• Human Resources
• Military Experience
• Security Clearance
• Major Incident Management
• Coast Guard
• Project Management
• Mongodb
• Security
• Statistical Data Analysis
• Php
• Incident Management
• R
• Microsoft Office
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• U.s. National Incident Management System (Nims)
• Military
• Search and Rescue
• Management
• Sql
• Data Analysis
• Defense
• Operational Planning
• U.s. Department of Defense
• Database Administration
• Incident Command
• Law Enforcement
• Leadership
• Project Planning