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General Tim Haugh

  • Former Director of the National Security Agency and U.S. Cyber Command
  • Strategic Advisor at Ballistic Ventures
  • Distinguished Fellow in Residence at Georgetown University's Security Studies Program

The Leader Fortune 500s & World Governments Trust on Cyber, Risk, and the Future of Tech

When the stakes are high and the risks are global, leaders turn to General Tim Haugh, USAF (Ret.). Haugh served as the 19th Director of the National Security Agency and the 4th Commander of U.S. Cyber Command. In 2025, Haugh completed an illustrious career leading at the highest levels of the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community delivering results at the nexus of national policy, emerging technology, and global change. He was recently appointed as a Distinguished Fellow in Residence within the Security Studies Program at Georgetown University.

Haugh is a respected, bipartisan leader praised by members of both parties for his transparency, collaboration, problem-solving, and technical expertise. Haugh has received numerous military and civilian awards, including recognition for protecting our elections from foreign cyber and information threats; countering foreign cyber attacks on our critical infrastructure; and integrating new technology into cyber defenses. 

An expert in risk management, technology, and leadership, Haugh offers organizations insights into the current and evolving global environment; implications based on AI and cybersecurity trends, and ultimately strategies for leaders in this rapidly changing policy and technology landscape.

 
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Past Hosts Include:
  • Vanderbilt University
  • INSA (Intelligence & National Security Alliance)
  • The Paley Center for Media
  • Cipher Brief Threat Conference
  • Billington’s Cybersecurity Summit
  • Wall Street Journal

Vanderbilt Summit Keynote: General Timothy Haugh, Commander, U.S Cyber Command; Director, NSA - Get Sharable Link
Talks & Conversations with General Tim Haugh
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Leading at the Edge of Risk: Navigating Global Threats in a Digital World

Drawing from decades at the forefront of national defense and cybersecurity, GENERAL TIM HAUGH shares actionable insights on how leaders can anticipate, manage, and respond to global risk in an era of increasing complexity. From nation-state threats to emerging technologies, Haugh offers a rare behind-the-scenes perspective on safeguarding institutions in a rapidly evolving threat environment.

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Cybersecurity in the Age of AI: What Every Leader Needs to Know

As the former Director of the NSA and Commander of U.S. Cyber Command, GENERAL TIM HAUGH provides a clear-eyed assessment of the current cybersecurity landscape. He breaks down what organizations should understand about AI-enhanced threats, adversarial behavior, and the policy shifts shaping the future. Audiences leave with a deeper understanding of both the risks and the solutions to protect their networks, data, and reputations.

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