Overview
Chris Snyder leads the Information Technology team and Cybersecurity program for WSU Industry and Defense Programs. His team supports over 1300 employees working within 22 distinct research labs and technology centers. Prior to joining WSU, Chris spent 30 years in Air Force cyberspace operations and airspace management. His Air Force career included multiple command positions, highlighted by his selection to stand up a diverse new Cyber Operations Group comprised of a Security Operations Center, a Cyber Hunt team and a Cyber Red team. Chris is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and holds a Chief Information Officer Certificate from National Defense University. He graduated from Embry Riddle University with a B.S. in Aeronautics and later earned a M.B.A. from Webster University.