Ernest Wohnig

Ernest Wohnig is a seasoned leader in cybersecurity and risk management, currently serving as the CEO and Principal CIP Risk Advisor at Wohnig, Chaman & Associates, where advisory and training services are provided to senior clients in the Energy and Federal sectors. As the Founder and Executive Director of the AI & Emerging Technology Foundation, Wohnig focuses on ethical technology integration. Contributions to the Tortora Brayda Institute for AI & Cybersecurity highlight expertise in AI security, while also serving as a Founding Fellow at CS2AI Global, furthering critical infrastructure security collaboration. In a role as Senior Vice President at SC&A, Inc., Wohnig leads the Enterprise Risk Management Practice, innovating solutions for diverse risk concerns. Previous positions include senior leadership roles at System 1, Inc., The AES Corporation, and Booz Allen Hamilton, emphasizing extensive experience in cybersecurity strategy and implementation. Educational credentials include a BA from Virginia Tech and a Master's from the University of Maryland Global Campus.