Josh Salmanson is a veteran technology and cybersecurity leader with over 30 years of experience across federal, defense and intelligence sectors. As Vice President of the Leidos Defensive Cyber Practice, he drives innovation through automation, scalability and repeatable solutions to strengthen cyber defense postures. His expertise in offensive and defensive cyber operations, strategic risk management and operational resilience has been pivotal in advancing initiatives at leading organizations. Salmanson is a recognized thought leader dedicated to empowering organizations against evolving cyber threats. He is also the Chair of the WashingtonExec Cyber Council and a member of the technology advisory board for Concurrent Technologies.From the Fall 2025 Issue
Cybersecurity & Mission-Critical Systems
From On-Premises to the Cloud: Transforming Cyber Resilience for Mission-Critical Systems
Author(s):
Josh Salmanson, Vice President, Defensive Cyber Practice, Chair of the WashingtonExec Cyber Council, Leidos
Organizations across environments such as military platforms, base operations, industrial control systems/supervisory control and data acquisition (ICS/SCADA), internet of things (IoT), and operational technology (OT) systems face an evolving threat landscape driven by advancements in technology, increased interconnectivity, and the sophistication of adversaries. Cloud computing can significantly enhance the operations and resilience of systems across … Read more
