Aaron Banner currently serves as the Director of the XenTegra Security Practice and a Fellow, with experience beginning in January 2023. Prior to this role, Aaron Banner held various leadership positions within the U.S. Army, including Colonel and Director of Army Capability Manager for Networks & Services from July 2021 to June 2023, and Chief Operating Officer in multiple capacities from 1999 to 2020. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in National Security and Strategic Studies from the U.S. Naval War College, a Master's degree in Strategic Studies from The United States Army War College, a Master's degree in Technology Management from the University of Maryland Global Campus, and a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Technology from Appalachian State University.