CenCore Group has appointed Michael Jackson as Chief Security Officer (CSO), effective February 3, 2025. Mike joins CenCore after a distinguished 25-year career with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), where he most recently served as Chief of Industrial and Area Security. He led global security programs focused on threat assessments, risk management, and safeguarding our Nation’s most sensitive information.
During his CIA tenure, Mike Jackson held various senior roles, including Deputy Chief of Global Response Staff and Deputy Chief of SCIF Accreditation. He played a key role in developing secure infrastructure standards for U.S. government operations. His expertise in both physical and technical security will support CenCore in meeting evolving global security demands.
“Mike’s leadership and experience in securing national assets will be invaluable as we continue to expand our security expertise,” said Adam Fife, CEO of CenCore Group. “His proven ability to deliver innovative security solutions aligns with our mission to be the leading provider of tech-agnostic, open-source security platforms, systems, and personnel that enable secure communications globally.”
As CSO, Mike will oversee CenCore’s expansive security portfolio, consulting directly with the company’s government and commercial customers. His deep knowledge of Intelligence Community policies and regulations, along with his leadership experience, will further enhance CenCore’s reputation for delivering scalable, reliable security solutions.
CenCore Group, headquartered in Springville, Utah, is a trusted partner in delivering unique security solutions in an ever-evolving threat landscape.
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