Gary Sims

Gary Sims is an accomplished cybersecurity professional with extensive experience in risk management and information security. Currently serving as the Regional Mission Director and Authorizing Official for the Central Region at the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency since September 2022, Gary oversees a team of Information System Security Professionals and is a key contributor to the agency's strategic planning. Previously, Gary held the position of Senior Security Manager at Lockheed Martin and served in various cybersecurity roles at the Defense Security Service and the U.S. Air Force, culminating in a distinguished military career as a Master Sergeant. Gary holds a Master of Science in Information Technology from Capella University and a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from Barry University.