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Leigh Madden

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Vice President, National Security at Microsoft
📍 Seattle, Washington, United States

Leigh Madden is a mission-driven executive at the intersection of defense innovation and AI. As Microsofts Vice President of National Security, he drives the adoption of advanced cloud and edge capabilities for U. S. defense and intelligence. He previously led the defense-tech unicorn Epirus as CEO, showcasing his expertise in strategic growth.

He is a former U. S. Navy SEAL officer with over two decades of experience in the technology and defense industries. Madden holds a Masters degree in International Public Policy from the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) and a Bachelors from Middlebury College.

Unique fact: As CEO of Epirus, he spearheaded the companys growth from a $70M valuation to a $1. 47B unicorn in under three years.

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Experience
41 Years
Current Role
Vice President, National Security
Job Level
Senior
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States
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AI in Defense
Drives the delivery of AI and cloud capabilities to defense partners and speaks on how Generative AI can improve military training, readiness, and decision-making.
Defense Innovation
His career focuses on delivering disruptive technology, from directed energy at Epirus to tactical edge solutions at Microsoft, to address national security challenges.
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Career

Work history

11-2023
Vice President, National Security
Microsoft
2020 - 2023
Chief Executive Officer
Epirus
2012 - 2020
General Manager, National Security
Microsoft
2008 - 2012
Managing Director
The Rappahannock Companies
2007 - 2008
Director, Partner Sales
VMware
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Media appearances

Epirus Announces Expansion of Advisory Board, Adds Two Distinguished National Security Leaders. Featured in Epirus (Press Release)
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Top National Security Execs to Watch in 2024 – Microsoft Federals Leigh Madden. Featured in Washington Exec
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Education
Master of International Public Policy
Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS)
Bachelor of Arts
Middlebury College
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