Richard Abott

Richard Abott has extensive experience in national security reporting and research, with a focus on cybersecurity and defense contracting. Currently serving as a Navy/Marine Corps/Missile Defense Reporter and Cybersecurity Reporter at Access Intelligence since September 2014, Richard has authored over 900 articles addressing national security issues, including policies from the Obama Administration and legislation impacting the Department of Defense. Previous roles include positions as a Researcher on the WMD Desk at Wikistrat and as an intern at several organizations such as the British American Security Information Council, where research on nuclear deterrent forces was conducted. Richard's research expertise extends to analyzing Iran's nuclear program and WMD proliferation activities. Richard holds a Master of Arts in Security Studies from Georgetown University and a Bachelor of Arts in Politics from Brandeis University.