Executive Profile
Dr. Eric Jones is an accomplished technology executive, board leader, and strategic advisor with more than 25 years of experience helping organizations navigate complex business, technology, and governance challenges. His expertise spans artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, aerospace, digital transformation, higher education, national security, and enterprise growth. Throughout his career, he has consistently translated emerging technologies into strategic business advantage while helping organizations modernize operations, strengthen resilience, manage risk, and position themselves for long-term success.
Known for combining deep technical expertise with executive leadership, Dr. Jones brings a rare ability to bridge board-level strategy with operational execution. His leadership philosophy is centered on responsible innovation, servant leadership, and building organizations that create lasting value for shareholders, employees, customers, and communities.
Currently, Dr. Jones serves as Director of Space Cyber Missions at Booz Allen Hamilton, where he leads one of the firm’s most critical technology portfolios supporting national space missions. He oversees an organization of approximately 200 professionals responsible for advancing cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, mission assurance, systems engineering, and digital modernization initiatives across highly complex operational environments. Beyond operational leadership, he cultivates strategic partnerships with universities, commercial innovators, startups, and national laboratories to accelerate technology adoption and strengthen mission readiness. His ability to align innovation, cybersecurity, and business strategy has made him a trusted executive advisor in some of the nation’s most complex technology environments.
Prior to returning to Booz Allen Hamilton, Dr. Jones served as Director of Government Business Development, Capture, Proposals, and Growth at AT&T, where he led strategic growth initiatives supporting federal and national security customers. Managing a $7 million portfolio while leading a team of more than 30 professionals, he delivered 19 percent year-over-year growth by expanding opportunities in 5G, Internet of Things, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and cloud modernization. His success was driven by his ability to build trusted relationships across government, industry, and academia while identifying new markets and delivering innovative technology solutions that addressed evolving customer needs.
Dr. Jones’ career reflects a steady progression from highly technical engineering roles into executive leadership and enterprise strategy. During more than fourteen years with Booz Allen Hamilton, he advanced through multiple leadership positions, including Chief Technologist, where he led cybersecurity compliance, enterprise modernization, systems engineering, business development, and strategic growth initiatives for federal clients. Earlier in his career, he served as a Systems Engineer with Lockheed Martin, developing advanced mission capabilities for the Department of Defense while applying disciplined engineering methodologies to improve operational effectiveness. This unique combination of technical depth and executive experience enables him to effectively connect engineers, executives, boards, investors, and other key stakeholders around strategic priorities.
Dr. Jones also served as a Senior Account Executive with Gartner, advising federal executives and defense leaders on enterprise technology modernization, cloud transformation, cybersecurity, and digital innovation. Working closely with C-suite executives and government CIOs, he achieved 156 percent of annual sales quota while maintaining a 100 percent contract renewal rate. More importantly, this experience strengthened his ability to evaluate organizational challenges through both business and technology lenses—an increasingly valuable perspective for boards overseeing digital transformation and enterprise risk.
A lifelong learner and recognized thought leader, Dr. Jones earned his Doctor of Business Administration in Business Intelligence from Marymount University, where his published dissertation examined supply chain resilience and infrastructure modernization. He also holds a Master of Science in Information Systems and Telecommunications from Johns Hopkins University Carey Business School and a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems and Decision Sciences from Virginia State University. His professional credentials include the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) designation, along with numerous certifications in artificial intelligence, digital transformation, executive communication, and organizational leadership. Through published research and ongoing thought leadership, he continues contributing to national conversations surrounding AI, cybersecurity, technology strategy, supply chain resilience, and digital innovation.
Governance has become a defining aspect of Dr. Jones’ leadership career. As Chairman of the Board for the New College Institute, he provides strategic oversight for Virginia’s state-supported higher education institution focused on workforce development, technology education, and regional economic growth. His appointments by Governors Ralph Northam and Glenn Youngkin reflect bipartisan confidence in his leadership, judgment, and governance capabilities. Under his leadership, the institution continues expanding educational pathways that prepare students for careers in cybersecurity, engineering, business, artificial intelligence, and other high-demand industries while strengthening the Commonwealth’s future workforce.
Dr. Jones further extends his impact through numerous board and advisory appointments. He serves on the Dean’s Advisory Board for the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School, helping shape graduate programs in Information Systems and Artificial Intelligence, while also mentoring future leaders through the Johns Hopkins Community Consulting Lab. As a Founding Board Member of the Maryland Aerospace Alliance, he helps advance Maryland’s aerospace innovation ecosystem. He also serves on the Board of the Wendell Scott Foundation, supporting STEM education and workforce development initiatives that create opportunities for underserved communities. These leadership roles reflect his enduring commitment to governance, education, innovation, and developing future leaders.
An accomplished speaker and respected industry voice, Dr. Jones regularly presents at technology conferences, cybersecurity forums, universities, and executive leadership events focused on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, digital transformation, space technologies, and organizational leadership. His ability to translate highly technical concepts into clear business insights has made him a sought-after speaker and advisor for executives, policymakers, and industry leaders navigating rapid technological change.
Dr. Jones seeks to expand his corporate board service by bringing his experience in technology innovation, cybersecurity, enterprise risk, digital transformation, governance, and strategic growth to organizations preparing for the future. His decades of advising Fortune 500 companies, federal agencies, executive leadership teams, and nonprofit organizations have equipped him to provide independent, strategic oversight while helping organizations balance innovation with operational excellence and sound governance. He brings a collaborative leadership style, data-driven decision making, and a demonstrated ability to help organizations navigate complexity, manage risk, and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
At the core of Dr. Jones’ leadership philosophy is a belief that exceptional organizations are built by empowering people, embracing responsible innovation, and maintaining an unwavering commitment to integrity and continuous learning. His combination of executive leadership, governance experience, technical expertise, and strategic vision uniquely positions him to help boards guide organizations through an increasingly complex business and technology landscape while creating sustainable long-term value.
Character
Dr. Jones demonstrates integrity, humility, and an unwavering commitment to service in every aspect of his leadership. His long-standing board service, executive mentorship, and bipartisan appointments reflect a trusted leader who consistently prioritizes collaboration, accountability, ethical leadership, and meaningful impact.
Knowledge
With more than twenty-five years of experience spanning artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, systems engineering, business strategy, digital transformation, and higher education, Dr. Jones brings exceptional technical depth paired with executive insight. His doctoral research, published scholarship, professional certifications, and ongoing thought leadership demonstrate an enduring commitment to learning, innovation, and practical application.
Strategic
Dr. Jones excels at helping organizations align emerging technologies with long-term business strategy. His experience advising Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, academic institutions, and executive leadership teams enables him to evaluate enterprise risk, identify growth opportunities, strengthen governance, and guide organizations through transformational change with confidence and foresight.
Communication
An engaging executive communicator, Dr. Jones effectively connects technical experts, executive leadership, boards, investors, and community stakeholders through thoughtful, strategic dialogue. His extensive experience in public speaking, executive consulting, governance, and mentorship enables him to translate complex technical issues into practical business decisions that foster alignment, collaboration, and organizational success.
