people · May 20, 2026
IBM Security Executive Tom Parker Eyed for CISA Director Role
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Tom Parker, IBM security services lead, emerged as the Trump administration's top choice for next CISA director on or before May 20, 2026. Parker serves as IBM's Global Lead for Growth and Strategy, Cybersecurity Services, with two decades of cybersecurity experience but no prior government background. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin seeks a private-sector candidate for the role. The development follows concerns about agency leadership continuity.
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