Christopher Jones

Chief Technology Officer

Nightwing

Chris Jones has built his career at the crossroads of his passions. As an engineer, he enjoyed the practical application of technology, but he found deeper fulfillment and purpose in supporting missions that safeguard national security. The attacks on 9/11 marked a pivotal moment in his life. Already deeply involved in technical operations within the intelligence community, Chris committed himself to using his expertise and dedication for the greater good. Throughout his tenure in intelligence, Chris mastered the integration of technology into every aspect of operations and infrastructure. His distinguished career of selfless service has taken him from technical operations to executive leadership roles across the globe. Today, Chris continues his service as the Chief Technology Officer and Chief Data Officer at Nightwing, where he applies his leadership and technical expertise to shape the company’s technology strategy and ensure the success of our customers' missions.

Chris is a seasoned intelligence community executive leader with more than 28 years of experience. Before coming to Nightwing, he spent the bulk of his career with the Central Intelligence Agency in executive leadership roles. Most recently, he served as Associate Deputy Director for Science and Technology with responsibility for several thousand employees. Prior to that role, he worked as Director for the Directorate of Science and Technology/Human Intelligence Technology Office, and as Deputy Director in the Office of Global Access. Chris had senior leadership tours in Europe, south and east Asia, Latin America, and in the Operational Engineering Group. Prior to government service, Chris was engaged in information technology for the finance industry.

Chris earned his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Notre Dame and a Master of Science in Systems Engineering from Virginia Tech. He is a recipient of the CIA Director's Award, the Distinguished Career Intelligence Medal, as well as several Meritorious Presidential Rank Awards and CIA Exceptional Performance Awards. When not at work, Chris enjoys boating and spending time on the water with his family.

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