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Dr. Kenneth Johnson, CISSP

Commander · DISC type D
Podcast Host - Secured with Dr. KJ at Microsoft
📍 Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, United States

Dr. Kenneth Johnson is a Director and Solution Engineering Leader at Microsoft, guiding a team of cybersecurity experts across the Americas. A U. S. Air Force veteran with a Doctorate in Business Administration, he is recognized for his technical proficiency, grace, and humility. People often describe him as a people-focused, competent, and high-caliber leader.

Outside of his core role, he is a keynote speaker and the host of the "Secured with Dr. KJ" podcast, where he simplifies complex security topics. His military service, where he worked as a jet engine mechanic, instilled values of precision and excellence that continue to guide his leadership approach in the tech world.

His journey to Microsoft was one of perseverance; he applied over 400 times before landing his first role.

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Current Role
Podcast Host - Secured with Dr. KJ
Location
Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, United States
Personality Overview

How Dr. shows up

Very Quick
Candid & Clear
Decisive

They do not care very much about building rapport or relationships. They respond well to strong and respectful communication. They prefer to move quickly, and expect the same from others.

Priorities

Topics Dr. cares about

Cybersecurity Leadership
He leads a team of security professionals at Microsoft and hosts the "Secured with Dr. KJ" podcast, focusing on topics like Zero Trust, AI-driven defense, and cloud security.
Veteran Empowerment
As a proud Air Force veteran, he often highlights the core values instilled during his service: "Service Before Self, Integrity First, and Excellence in All We Do. "
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Career

Work history

4-2025
Podcast Host - Secured with Dr. KJ
Microsoft
9-2024
Director, Solution Engineering Leader - Security (Americas)
Microsoft
4-2022 - 9-2024
Director, Field CTO | Global Account Technology Strategist
Microsoft
4-2022 - 9-2024
Podcast Host
Microsoft
9-2021 - 4-2022
Sr. Technical Specialist - Dynamics 365
Microsoft
In the press

Media appearances

Close Up Radio Spotlights Tech Leader and Podcast Host Kenneth Johnson (Microsoft, CISSP). Featured in Apple Podcasts (Close Up Radio)
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Dr. Kenneth Johnson, Author at Microsoft in Business Blogs. Featured in Microsoft
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Education
2013 - 2017
Doctorate in Business Administration
Walden University
2007 - 2011
Master of Business Administration Degree
Trident University International
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

D

Dominance (D)

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