Nicholas Andersen appointed as CISA Executive Assistant Director for Cybersecurity
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Nicholas Andersen has been appointed as the Executive Assistant Director for Cybersecurity at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). Andersen will lead CISAβs cybersecurity mission, focusing on addressing significant cyber threats and vulnerabilities, and enhancing the security and resilience of U.S. critical infrastructure. Andersen brings extensive experience in cybersecurity strategy, risk management, and intelligence operations, having served in both public and private sectors. He began his role at CISA on September 2, 2025, succeeding Chris Butera, who will assume the role of Acting Deputy Executive Assistant Director.
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02.09.2025 15:00 π° 1 articles
Nicholas Andersen appointed as CISA Executive Assistant Director for Cybersecurity
On September 2, 2025, Nicholas Andersen began his role as the Executive Assistant Director for Cybersecurity at CISA. Andersen will lead CISAβs cybersecurity mission, focusing on addressing significant cyber threats and vulnerabilities. Chris Butera, who previously served as Acting Executive Assistant Director for Cybersecurity, will assume the role of Acting Deputy Executive Assistant Director.
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- CISA Announces Nicholas Andersen as New Executive Assistant Director for Cybersecurity β www.cisa.gov β 02.09.2025 15:00
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Nicholas Andersen is a recognized national security and cybersecurity leader.
First reported: 02.09.2025 15:00π° 1 source, 1 articleShow sources
- CISA Announces Nicholas Andersen as New Executive Assistant Director for Cybersecurity β www.cisa.gov β 02.09.2025 15:00
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Andersen has experience in cybersecurity strategy, risk management, and intelligence operations.
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- CISA Announces Nicholas Andersen as New Executive Assistant Director for Cybersecurity β www.cisa.gov β 02.09.2025 15:00
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Andersen previously served as the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary and performed the duties of Assistant Secretary for the Department of Energyβs Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response.
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- CISA Announces Nicholas Andersen as New Executive Assistant Director for Cybersecurity β www.cisa.gov β 02.09.2025 15:00
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Andersen has led organizations in both the public and private sectors, including roles at Invictus and Lumen Technologies Public Sector.
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- CISA Announces Nicholas Andersen as New Executive Assistant Director for Cybersecurity β www.cisa.gov β 02.09.2025 15:00
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Andersen is a decorated U.S. Marine veteran and has been recognized as the Intelligence Executive of the Year and one of the top 10 CISOs to watch by Washington Executive Magazine.
First reported: 02.09.2025 15:00π° 1 source, 1 articleShow sources
- CISA Announces Nicholas Andersen as New Executive Assistant Director for Cybersecurity β www.cisa.gov β 02.09.2025 15:00
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Chris Butera, who has been serving as Acting Executive Assistant Director for Cybersecurity, will assume the role of Acting Deputy Executive Assistant Director.
First reported: 02.09.2025 15:00π° 1 source, 1 articleShow sources
- CISA Announces Nicholas Andersen as New Executive Assistant Director for Cybersecurity β www.cisa.gov β 02.09.2025 15:00