J.D. Henry, Region VII Cybersecurity Advisor for the Regional Operations Branch of the Integrated Operations Directorate, DHS/CISA

Mr. J.D. Henry serves as the Region VII (Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, and Nebraska), Cybersecurity Advisor for the Regional Operations Branch of the Integrated Operations Directorate. He supports the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) mission of strengthening the security and resilience of the nation’s critical infrastructure. His program coordinates cyber preparedness, risk mitigation and incident response, and provides cyber security resources, including assessments, to the nation’s sixteen critical infrastructure sectors and state, local, tribal, and territorial government entities.

J.D. has 19 years’ experience in the Information Technology field, to include multiple civilian assignments within the Department of Defense. Additionally, he is still currently serving as a Cyber Warfare Officer in the United States Air Force Reserves.

J.D. has numerous IT and cyber certifications to include: Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Systems Manager (CISM), GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA), and GIAC security Essentials Certification (GSEC).


J.D. has earned a Master’s in Business Administration from Lindenwood University, and Bachelors of Science degrees from the University of Maryland University College in Information Systems Management and Southern Illinois University Carbondale in Workforce Education and
Development.