Ryan Donaghy is a visionary igniter, a leader whose strategic insights set the field of national security on fire with new possibilities.
Ryan’s work in critical infrastructure protection is not just about responding to threats; it is about igniting the fuse on strategies and technologies that will shape a secure and resilient future. She has focused on initiatives aimed at advancing infrastructure security and resilience by building innovation networks to develop policy and technology solutions addressing the nation’s critical infrastructure challenges. Her efforts in this role have significantly contributed to enhancing the security framework within which CISA operates.
She combines research and development, decision science, risk management, and both cyber and physical security policy to approach daunting challenges to critical infrastructure protection. Her early mastery of data analysis has honed her expertise in problem solving and public policy. Her approach to security is like a controlled burn, carefully managed to protect what is vital while clearing the way for new growth and innovation. Ryan’s strategic thinking has set new standards in the field, ensuring that the industry remains proactive and prepared for whatever the future may hold.
Beyond her professional achievements, Ryan is a mentor and advocate for women and their part in the next generation of security professionals. Her dissertation research looked into how non-state actors seek to advance democratic change through women’s human rights education programs. She carries that commitment to her day-to-day work and prioritizes the power of collaboration and knowledge-sharing, fostering a culture of innovation and resilience that honors all voices.
Ryan Donaghy’s contributions to national security are not just impactful; they are transformative, setting the stage for a future that is both secure and dynamic. Her work is the spark that lights the way forward, ensuring that the challenges of tomorrow are met with strength, innovation, and unwavering resolve.