Matthew Lillibridge
Durham,NC
Summary
Enterprise security and resilience leader with 18 years’ experience across the U.S. Intelligence Community, Department of Defense, and private sector. Proven track record building and operating multi-site security programs that protect critical infrastructure, enable continuity, and manage risk in high-consequence environments. Experienced in integrating security into design and operations, including oversight of mission-critical data center construction and implementation within a high-security intelligence environment. Trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, translating complex threat environments into clear, actionable strategies aligned with business objectives.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Business Development (Remote)
Prediction
New York
02.2026 - Current
- Lead client engagement and market strategy for AI-enabled threat intelligence platform.
- Advise clients on integrating predictive analytics into security and resilience operations.
- Support commercial growth through strategic partnerships and senior-level engagement.
Consultant (Remote)
Patriot Group International
Warrenton
12.2025 - Current
- Deliver advisory services on security program management and implementation.
- Conduct threat, vulnerability, and risk assessments to inform mitigation strategies and investment decisions.
- Advise leadership on scalable security operating models aligned to business objectives and infrastructure protection requirements.
Director, Security & Force Protection
National Security Agency/Central Security Service
RAF Menwith Hill
05.2021 - 12.2024
- Directed a multinational security and resilience program protecting personnel, critical infrastructure, and sensitive intelligence operations in a high-threat environment.
- Led security planning and oversight for the construction and activation of a large-scale mission support center, partnering with engineering, construction, and government stakeholders to define and implement physical security controls from design through commissioning and transition to operations.
- Oversaw enterprise physical security systems (CCTV, IDS, access control) and modernization programs, ensuring full compliance and operational effectiveness across the site.
- Led 24/7 Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) and crisis response operations, coordinating multi-agency efforts to ensure rapid incident mitigation and continuity of operations.
- Developed and implemented an intelligence-led security strategy that prioritized risk, optimized resource allocation, and strengthened mission assurance.
- Led enterprise-wide resilience and continuity planning, conducting business impact analysis and establishing recovery priorities across critical operations.
- Managed a multi-million-dollar security budget and coordinated contractors, integrators, and partner agencies to deliver security outcomes in a complex operating environment.
- Served as NSA’s Senior European Security Lead, aligning multinational security operations with strategic priorities and ensuring consistency across geographically dispersed environments.
- Advised senior executives and represented the U.S. Intelligence Community in bilateral security forums, shaping policy, risk posture, and operational decision-making.
Chief, Executive Protection Unit
National Security Agency/Central Security Service
Fort George G. Meade
04.2014 - 05.2021
- Led global executive protection operations for the Director, NSA/Commander, U.S. CYBERCOM, delivering 24/7 security in high-risk environments with zero-failure outcomes.
- Served as Principal Security Advisor, guiding executive risk decisions and shaping long-term protection strategy at the most senior levels of U.S. government.
- Directed complex international operations across 70+ countries, coordinating with foreign governments, military commands, and law enforcement partners.
- Founded the NSA Protective Intelligence Unit and Virtual Identity and Persona Protection program, establishing a scalable, intelligence-driven model for proactive threat identification and mitigation.
- Managed global security operations and partner coordination, integrating intelligence into operational execution across diverse environments.
Senior Watch Officer, Security Operations Command Center
National Security Agency/Central Security Service
Fort George G. Meade
02.2010 - 04.2014
- Directed global security incident detection and response operations within the NSA’s Security Operations Command Center (SOCC), ensuring enterprise-wide readiness across a 24/7 mission environment.
- Led day-to-day GSOC operations, including tasking, personnel management, compliance, and oversight of critical security infrastructure systems.
- Integrated multi-source intelligence into real-time decision-making and coordinated responses with interagency and international partners.
Counterintelligence Investigator
National Security Agency/Central Security Service
Fort George G. Meade
09.2008 - 02.2010
- Conducted personnel and counterintelligence investigations for NSA priorities, enhancing workforce trust.
- Liaised with local, state, and federal investigative colleagues to coordinate and resolve investigations effectively.
Staff Assistant
U.S. House of Representatives
Washington
06.2007 - 09.2008
- Coordinated administrative support for staff and congressional members to enhance operational efficiency.
- Developed constituent correspondence and communications, including speeches for congressional members, to ensure clear messaging and engagement.
- Prepared briefing materials and documents for congressional meetings and events.
Education
Executive Leadership Program -
University of Oxford - Saïd Business School
Oxford, United Kingdom05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Economics
Ohio University
Athens, OH01.2007
Skills
- Physical Security Program Leadership (Multi-Site / Critical Infrastructure)
- Data Center & Mission-Critical Facility Security Design Integration (Design → Construction → Commissioning → Operations)
- Vendor, Guard Force & Contractor Management (SLA / Performance Oversight)
- Incident Response, Crisis Management & Investigations
- Risk Management, Governance & Security Frameworks
- Threat Intelligence & Intelligence-Led Security Operations
- Security Systems (CCTV, IDS, Access Control, Perimeter Protection)
- Cross-Functional Leadership (Engineering, Construction, Real Estate, Operations)
Clearance Information
Top Secret//SCI: 2008-Present. Current FS Polygraph
Accomplishments
- Deterred a credible terrorist threat directed at RAF Menwith Hill through intelligence-led measures and UK partner coordination, resulting in conviction under UK terrorism laws (2024).
- Honored with the Director’s Award for Physical and Technical Security from the National Counterintelligence and Security Center (NCSC), recognizing exceptional leadership and contributions to U.S. national security (2021).
- Awarded the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal by the U.S. Department of Defense for direct support to counterterrorism operations and mission-critical national security objectives (2016).
- Recognized with multiple leadership awards for driving security innovation and operational improvement across complex, high-risk environments (2010–2024).
Certification
- Special Agent, Counterintelligence Investigator – National Security Agency
- ICD-705 SCIF/SAPF Design & Construction – Singularity Security Group
- Protective Operations & Executive Protection Training – CIA / FLETC
- Surveillance Detection & Counter-Reconnaissance – U.S. DoD
- Tactical & Operational Readiness (TCCC, LEOFA, Defensive Driving, CQB) – DoD / DHS
Timeline
Director, Business Development (Remote)
Prediction
02.2026 - Current
Consultant (Remote)
Patriot Group International
12.2025 - Current
Director, Security & Force Protection
National Security Agency/Central Security Service
05.2021 - 12.2024
Chief, Executive Protection Unit
National Security Agency/Central Security Service
04.2014 - 05.2021
Senior Watch Officer, Security Operations Command Center
National Security Agency/Central Security Service
02.2010 - 04.2014
Counterintelligence Investigator
National Security Agency/Central Security Service
09.2008 - 02.2010
Staff Assistant
U.S. House of Representatives
06.2007 - 09.2008
Executive Leadership Program -
University of Oxford - Saïd Business School
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Economics
Ohio University