Pedro Allende has been confirmed as the brand new Under Secretary for Science and Technology, assuming management of the workplace chargeable for advancing analysis, improvement, and innovation in help of nationwide safety priorities.
“I am honored to have been confirmed as the Under Secretary for Science and Technology at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Those who understand the scope and gravity of the DHS mission recognize that the Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) is the primary engine driving the research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) necessary for the resilience and security of our nation.” Pedro M. Allende, Under Secretary for Science and Technology, mentioned in a statement.
Allende beforehand served as Secretary of the Florida Department of Management Services, overseeing a $1 billion funds and main almost 1,000 staff supporting statewide enterprise operations, workforce administration, and expertise companies.
Allende is not any stranger to DHS. He beforehand served as Deputy Assistant Secretary for Infrastructure, Risk and Resilience Policy inside the Office of Strategy, Policy, and Plans. In that capability, he led key initiatives to bolster the resilience of U.S. essential infrastructure in opposition to a spectrum of cyber, bodily, and pure threats. His coverage work helped strengthen nationwide capabilities throughout preparedness, response, and restoration features.
His federal service additionally consists of senior roles on the U.S. Department of Energy and the Department of Labor. As a Senior Adviser and Director of Strategic Initiatives within the Department of Energy’s Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response, Allende contributed to nationwide power infrastructure safety efforts. At the Department of Labor, he served as Counselor to the Secretary and White House Liaison.
In addition to his federal credentials, Allende has served on Florida’s Cybersecurity Advisory Council, lending his experience to state-level cyber resilience planning and coverage improvement.
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