Alan Smith

Alan Smith has over twenty-five years of progressively responsible experience in information technology, with a focus on IT security, operations, and project management. They served in various leadership roles at the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, managing large teams and significant budgets while overseeing critical IT and security initiatives. Currently, Alan is the Director of Threat Response & Escalations at Cisco Talos Security Intelligence and Research Group, where they lead efforts to protect organizations from cybersecurity threats. Their educational background includes multiple degrees from The Johns Hopkins University, emphasizing history, philosophy, and education.