Trump to soon nominate CISA head, DHS secretary says
Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin testifies during a House Committee on Homeland Security hearing in the Cannon House Office Building on June 03, 2026 in Washington, DC. Alex Wong/Getty Images
ByDavid DiMolfetta,
Cybersecurity Reporter, Nextgov/FCW
June 3, 2026 02:47 PM ET
Markwayne Mullin said a nominee to lead the cyber agency is coming soon, even as questions remain over whether an IBM security executive remains a leading candidate.
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin told lawmakers that President Donald Trump will soon nominate a candidate to lead the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency — a subcomponent of the department he leads. It remains unclear if an industry contender that has been under consideration will ultimately be selected.
Last month, Nextgov/FCWfirst reportedthat IBM security services lead Tom Parker was being considered for the role. As of early May, Mullin submitted a name...
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