Biography

“In everything, commit yourself to excellence and integrity.” - P. F. Roysdon

AI, cybersecurity, and engineering innovator with a career at the forefront of cutting-edge research and mission-critical technology development spanning positions as Deputy Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), Chief Data Scientist (NSA), and Chief AI Scientist & Vice President (Leidos). Creator of advanced solutions in AI/ML, cybersecurity, cryptanalysis, and autonomous systems—from research to operational deployment. Patented inventor (2 issued, 4 pending), an avid reader, researcher and author of 5 peer-reviewed AI textbooks, numerous scientific papers and technical notes. Recipient of multiple national awards, including NSA Director’s Award, NSA Inventor Award, ODNI Director’s Award and the Leidos Innovation and CTO Awards. Dedicated to bridging deep tech and real-world impact in both national security and commercial innovation.

Outside of work, he’s an aerobatics pilot and horologist crafting precision mechanical timepieces.