February 28, 2026 at 07:00AM
Canceled contracts, a failed polygraph and personal disputes: Inside the turbulent tenure of Noem’s former cyber czar
A former acting director at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency faced a turbulent tenure marked by canceled contracts, a failed polygraph, and ongoing personal disputes, according to current and former officials.
Sources describe leadership as troublesome for the agency well before a reassignment occurred late Thursday, highlighting internal strife and governance concerns.
The developments reflect broader challenges within the agency and its leadership, amid ongoing questions about decision-making and organizational stability.