NNSA Program Analyst with extensive knowledge of nuclear weapons policy, nuclear counterterrorism policy, and deterrence theory gained from experience at the Department of Energy, Department of Defense, and the National Security Council staff. Additional experience conducting technical and policy exchanges with allied foreign governments concerning nuclear counterterrorism, nuclear materials security, and emergency response. Served as Principal Investigator for multiple long-term Department of Defense studies relating to nuclear deterrence and counterterrorism. Previous service as Communications Director and Legislative Assistant for a Member of the U.S. House of Representatives. Extensive publication history in peer-reviewed national security journals and magazines.