Chief Cyber Strategist and Head of Threat-Informed Defense Programs
Leslie leads the MITRE Center for Threat-Informed Defense and ATT&CK Evaluations programs, advancing practical cybersecurity through the application of real-world adversary behaviors. She drives the strategic integration and evolution of MITRE’s open-source frameworks and community-driven resources, empowering organizations to improve their defensive posture. Most recently Leslie served as chief strategist for cyber operations integration at MITRE, and she played a key role in launching the company’s efforts to bridge commercial innovation with government.
Director of R&D
As the Director of Research & Development in the Center for Threat-Informed Defense, Suneel leads and executes the Center’s research program with MITRE engineers, private sector partners, and U.S. government organizations that makes cyber attackers’ lives difficult. Suneel teaches Iyengar yoga in San Diego and over Zoom.
Director of Member Services
As the Director of Member Services, Denise works closely with Center Members, ensuring productive, collaborative relationships aligning their work with the Center’s mission. Her career in association management has afforded her the opportunity to work with members from a variety of backgrounds and professions, including community association managers, attorneys, civil engineers, and Enrolled Agents.
R&D Program Manager
As R&D Program Manager in MITRE’s Center for Threat-Informed Defense, Mike is responsible for project execution and vision. He continuously advances the state of the art and the state of practice in threat-informed defense through cutting-edge research and innovation. Before joining MITRE, Mike was an Interactive On-Net Operator in Tailored Access Operations at the NSA. In his spare time, Mike cherishes quality time with his wife and three daughters. He also enjoys playing music, staying fit, and basking in the San Diego sun.
Chief Architect, Mappings Program
As the Chief Mappings architect, Tiffany oversees all Center projects related to MITRE ATT&CK mappings, including the Mappings Explorer website, security platform mappings, and security control framework mappings.