Erik Johnson

Erik Johnson has a diverse work experience in various fields. Erik started their career as an Infantry Officer in the U.S. Army, serving as a Rifle Platoon Leader and Company Executive Officer at the 101st Airborne Division and 3rd Infantry Regiment. After leaving the military in 2019, they joined the Office of the Secretary of Defense as a Foreign Affairs Specialist, where they advised senior officials on policy matters and facilitated inter-agency coordination. In 2021, they transitioned to MITRE as a Senior Engineer and Program Manager, specializing in data ETL strategy, UI/UX design, and wireless networking projects. Currently, they are employed at Applied Intuition since 2023, but the specific role and responsibilities are not provided. Throughout their career, Erik has demonstrated leadership skills and achieved notable results in defense acquisition and the establishment of new DoD programs.

Erik Johnson earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 2014. Erik then pursued further education and completed a Master of Arts (MA) degree in Security Studies from Georgetown University Walsh School of Foreign Service in 2020. Currently, they are enrolled at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where they are expected to obtain a Master of Science (MS) degree in Computer Science in 2025. In addition to their academic achievements, Erik has obtained several certifications including CompTIA Network+ and CompTIA Security+ from CompTIA in 2022. Erik also holds certifications in scuba diving, including Advanced Open Water Diver from PADI in 2021 and Enriched Air Nitrox - Level 2 from SSI Scuba Schools International in 2021.