Mark Compton is the Command Information Security Officer (CISO) at NAVWAR, where he drives cyber resilience for naval information warfare. He was named the 2024 Cybersecurity Executive of the Year by the San Diego Business Journal. Mark holds an MBA from San José State University and an MS from the Naval Postgraduate School.
Mark is deeply involved in the San Diego cybersecurity community, serving as an advisor to the San Diego Cyber Center of Excellence (CCOE). He is a driving force behind initiatives aimed at fostering a diverse and skilled cyber workforce, including programs for neurodiverse individuals and connecting people with diverse backgrounds to training and jobs.
He has led the development of innovative tools, including a gamified learning platform called Haiku Games That Train to improve cybersecurity skills.
Mark Compton
Command Information Security Officer (CISO) at NAVWAR
San Diego, California, United States
Overview
Topics They Care About
Naval Cybersecurity
As NAVWAR CISO, he is responsible for the cyber resilience of fleet information warfare capabilities, incident response, and IT policy in support of information warfare.
Cyber Workforce Development
He is highly active in fostering cyber talent in San Diego through workforce development programs, mentorship, and collaboration between public and private sectors.
Public-Private Partnerships
Serves as an advisor to the San Diego Cyber Center of Excellence (CCOE), fostering collaboration between government, industry, and academia to enhance regional cybersecurity.
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Work History
9-2018
Command Information Security Officer (CISO) at NAVWAR
10-2009 - 9-2018
Program Manager at NAVWAR
7-2007 - 9-2009
VP Technology Transition at Trex Enterprises
6-1980 - 6-2007
Naval Flight Officer and Program Manager at US Navy
Education
Master of Science - MS from Naval Postgraduate School
Master of Business Administration - MBA from San José State University
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Location : San Diego, California, United States
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Designation : Command Information Security Officer (CISO) at NAVWAR
