Chuck Brooks is a globally recognized cybersecurity expert, emerging technology thought leader, and President of Brooks Consulting International, with over 25 years of experience spanning government, industry, and academia. He advises Fortune 1000 enterprises, startups, and public-sector organizations on cybersecurity strategy, risk management, business development, and government relations, helping them achieve growth and long-term resilience.
Chuck serves as an Adjunct Professor at Georgetown University, where he teaches graduate-level courses in cybersecurity, risk management, and homeland security, and has designed a certificate program focused on blockchain technologies. His work bridges policy, technology, and business, making him a trusted voice across multiple sectors.
A prolific author and sought-after speaker, Chuck has briefed the G20 on energy cybersecurity, advised the U.S. Embassy to the Holy See and the Vatican on global cybersecurity cooperation, and addressed senior leaders at USTRANSCOM. He has served on National Academy of Sciences advisory groups, including initiatives on USAF digital transformation and BioTech security, and participates in an industry–government working group with CISA focused on securing space systems.
Throughout his career, Chuck has held senior executive roles at organizations including General Dynamics, Rapiscan, and Xerox, and received presidential appointments for executive service from two U.S. Presidents. His insights are widely published in outlets such as Forbes, The Washington Post, Dark Reading, Homeland Security Today, Barron’s, The Hill, Federal Times, and more.
Recognized with numerous industry honors—including Cybersecurity Person of the Year, Cybersecurity Marketer of the Year, and Top 5 Tech Person to Follow on LinkedIn—Chuck is deeply committed to advancing innovation, security, and education in the digital age.
