Ron Fodor
Cyber & Intelligence Portfolio Leader, HII Mission Technologies
Ron Fodor and his team play a vital role in offensive and defensive cyber operations, intelligence integration and cybersecurity modernization, focusing on strengthening cyber resilience and the seamless integration of new technologies and capabilities for customers.
Fodor has over two decades of experience supporting offensive cyber operations as well as an extensive background in intelligence, engineering and business leadership. His career path, from the U.S. Air Force to executive leadership in industry and technology organizations, reflects his deep expertise in information security and business management.
“In today’s cyber climate, leaders like Ron must navigate complex nation-state cyber threats while securing critical infrastructure for government customers,” said Grant Hagen, president of Mission Technologies’ Warfare Systems group. “Ron’s expertise will drive innovation and enhance cybersecurity strategies well into the future.”
Why Watch
Fodor’s cybersecurity leadership is essential as global threats grow and the defense sector faces new challenges. With deep experience in cyber operations, intelligence and engineering, he delivers solutions that meet the complexity of today’s security environment.
His background positions him to navigate shifts in technology — from cellular to cloud to AI. His team brought several key cyber technologies to market:
FortisAI, a powerful big data solution using large language models and generative AI that unlocks the potential of publicly available information for improved situational awareness;
SABERHUNT, a scalable, reliable, deployable cyberspace threat-hunting sensor; and
VENOM, an advanced cyber tool for passive data collection and analysis.
These technologies shape how Mission Technologies is delivering the advantage to support national security. Fodor’s work will continue to be pivotal in securing infrastructure, modernizing cyber operations and steering the industry toward a more resilient digital future.