Corporate Leadership
Netizen (/ˈne-tə-zən/): A member of the Internet community, a.k.a. "net citizen", that seeks to improve it.
Michael W. Hawkins, PMP, CISSP
President and Chief Executive OfficerLocation: Allentown, PA
Named one of the U.S. Army's "most proficient and capable leaders" during his military service, Michael also earned a degree with honors in Computer Science from the University of Maryland and managed large scale federal government software engineering and cybersecurity programs at executive levels for nearly a decade prior to founding Netizen. He holds PMP, CISSP, and other certifications.
Akhil Handa, CISSP, CISM, C|CISO
Vice President and Chief Operating OfficerLocation: Washington D.C. Metro
Akhil is a highly experienced operations and cybersecurity executive with years of experience leading high-growth, dynamic companies in the federal government and defense markets. He has a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems and holds CISSP, CISM, and C|CISO certifications. At Netizen, he oversees strategic initiatives and leads operations in the Washington D.C. Metro area and nationwide.
Joseph Carr, CISSP-ISSEP, CISM
Director of Cybersecurity OperationsLocation: Charleston, SC
Joe has an extensive background in systems engineering, cybersecurity, and project/program management having led large scale DoD cyber and engineering efforts at worldwide locations. He holds a BS in Business Administration from Drexel University and a Masters in Systems Engineering from Stevens Institute as well as multiple industry certifications including CISSP-ISSEP, CISM, and CCSP.
Tara Ellis, APMP
Director of Capture ManagementLocation: Charleston, SC
Tara has a decade of capture management experience which includes procurement support for large commercial and government entities. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Management from Clemson University and industry certification from APMP. At Netizen, Tara oversees business development and proposal efforts for all defense and government opportunities.
Alex Greenzweig, CEH, Sec+
Director of IT SecurityLocation: Allentown, PA
Alex manages Netizen's internal information security and compliance operations. He also manages solutions engineering for customers to include penetration testing and other cybersecurity solutions. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity from East Stroudsburg University and is Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) and CompTIA Network+/Security+ certified.
Tristan Boheim
Lead Account ExecutiveLocation: Allentown, PA
Tristan manages Netizen's enterprise accounts and commercial business development. He coordinates the identification, bid, and capture of commercial opportunities and manages accounts to ensure customer satisfaction. He has a Bachelors degree in Business Administration with concentrations in Marketing and Entrepreneurship from Elizabethtown College.
Jordan McGrath
Lead SOC EngineerLocation: Allentown, PA
Jordan manages Netizen's Security Operations Center (SOC), overseeing a team of security analysts and technicians providing 24/7/365 monitoring and other services for clients across the country. He has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from East Stroudsburg University and holds Security+, PenTest+, and CySA+ certifications from CompTIA.