Brett Williams Speaking Fee: $10,000 to $20,000
Travels From:
DCA - Washington, DC
Primary Topic Category:
Cybersecurity / Cryptocurrency / Blockchain
Secondary Topic Category:
Military
Brett Williams Speaker Profile: At A Glance
Maj. Gen. (Retired) Brett T. Williams is the Chief Operating Officer for IronNet CyberSecurity. He co-founded IronNet following retirement from his 33-year career with the U.S. Air Force. IronNet is developing an advanced cyber-defense capability based on anomaly detection using behavioral analytics. Gen. Williams is a highly-experienced F-15 combat fighter pilot and held several significant command and staff positions during his career. In his final active duty assignment, General Williams was the Director of Operations for U.S. Cyber Command where he was responsible for the operations and defense of Department of Defense networks.
Brett Williams is a highly esteemed keynote speaker, retired Major General of the U.S. Air Force, and co-founder of IronNet Cybersecurity. With over 33 years of distinguished service in the Air Force, Brett has a wealth of leadership and operational experience, having held several senior executive roles, including Director of Operations at U.S. Cyber Command. In this role, he led the global operations and defense of all Department of Defense networks and was responsible for planning and executing offensive cyber operations in support of national security objectives.
During his military career, Brett commanded the largest combat wing in the Air Force, the 18th Wing in Okinawa, Japan, where he managed a diverse array of operations from aviation to community support, involving over 25,000 U.S. service members and their families. His leadership extended to high-stakes environments, having flown more than 100 combat missions as an F-15 fighter pilot. Brett's strategic acumen is further highlighted by his tenure as the Director of Communications for U.S. Pacific Command, where he oversaw command and control networks supporting the largest geographic warfighting command in the DOD.
After retiring from the Air Force in 2014, Brett transitioned to the private sector, co-founding IronNet Cybersecurity. At IronNet, he played a pivotal role in developing advanced cyber detection solutions utilizing behavioral analytics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. He was instrumental in taking the company public in 2021, demonstrating his expertise in both technical and executive domains.
Brett is an internationally sought-after speaker on cybersecurity and leadership. His presentations are known for bridging the gap between technical cybersecurity concepts and strategic business imperatives, making him a valuable asset to any organization aiming to enhance its cyber defense posture. In addition to his speaking engagements, Brett serves as a leadership mentor and coach, sharing his vast experience with the next generation of leaders.
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