Brian H.
About Brian H.
Brian H. serves as the Managing Director for EMEA at SANS Institute since 2024, bringing extensive experience from previous roles in defense and public sectors, including leadership positions at Magic Leap and the US Navy.
Work at SANS Institute
Brian H. currently serves as the Managing Director for the EMEA region at SANS Institute, a position he has held since 2024. Prior to this role, he was the Chief of Mission at SANS Institute from 2022 to 2024. His experience at SANS Institute reflects his commitment to cybersecurity education and training.
Education and Expertise
Brian H. earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Harvard Business School, where he studied from 1995 to 1997. He also attended the United States Naval Academy from 1983 to 1987. His educational background supports his extensive career in leadership and management across various sectors.
Background
Brian H. has a diverse professional background, including significant military service. He served as a Naval Officer in the US Navy from 1987 to 2019, culminating in various leadership roles. His military experience includes positions such as Deputy Commander at the United States Naval Special Warfare Command and Director at United States Southern Command.
Board Memberships and Advisory Roles
Brian H. has been an active Board Member at the Military Family Building Coalition since 2020. He also serves as an Advisor at Platform Science and 8VC, roles he has held since 2019 and 2020, respectively. His involvement in these organizations reflects his dedication to supporting military families and fostering innovation.
Previous Leadership Positions
Before his current role at SANS Institute, Brian H. held the position of Vice President and Managing Director for Defense & Public Sector at Magic Leap from 2020 to 2022. He also served as the Founding Director of the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) from 2015 to 2016 and as Assistant Vice Commander at USSOCOM from 2014 to 2015.