Nicole Carignan

Nicole Carignan serves as the VP of Strategic Cyber AI at Darktrace since May 2023, bringing 25 years of expertise in cybersecurity, networks, computer science, data science/artificial intelligence, and IT. This role involves executive leadership in applying artificial intelligence to cybersecurity through thought leadership, product strategy, and research. Previously, Nicole held the position of Head of North America Customer Success and Operations Engineering at CounterCraft, focusing on operations engineering and customer relations. Earlier experience includes various roles at INTRUSION, Inc. and BAE Systems, spanning cybersecurity architecture, program management, and engineering. Nicole's career also includes roles at the Central Intelligence Agency and Lockheed Martin, highlighting a strong background in technical and operational capacities. Educationally, Nicole holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Texas A&M University.