Jon Check
Vice President of Cyber Protection Solutions, Nightwing
Jon Check oversees a team that steps up to help customers navigate complex cyber challenges in real time — often without additional resources.
His team introduced creative approaches to cyber training, mission execution and operational resilience that deliver meaningful results. It’s a testament to the team’s commitment to innovation, flexibility and putting mission first.
“Sometimes it’s about value creation for customers,” Check said. “At Nightwing, we’re not afraid to challenge outdated models if it means delivering faster, smarter, and more efficient outcomes for our government partners. From modernizing legacy systems to embedding automation and Zero Trust into mission workflows, we focus on transformation that drives both performance and cost savings.”
Bob Coleman, CEO of Nightwing, added:
“From streamlining operations to scaling cyber protection without scaling cost, Jon’s work is redefining how we partner with customers across government and industry. He’s showing that innovation and efficiency aren’t tradeoffs—they’re how we win the future of cybersecurity.”
Why Watch
In 2025, Check and his team are focused on training defenders to think like attackers — using a mix of human insight and AI to stay ahead of emerging threats. With Nightwing Labs, teams are getting immersed in real-world offensive tactics so they can stay one step ahead, not just react to what’s coming. It’s all about ensuring customers stay protected at the pace of the threat.
“I’m proud of how our team shows up—with creativity, urgency, and a deep sense of mission,” Check said. “We don’t wait for ideal conditions; we solve hard problems in real time, often without new funding or fanfare. That’s what makes this work meaningful—and why I believe we’re making a real difference.”
Fun Fact: Check grew up wanting to be a park ranger — and at one point, dreamed of becoming a professional bass master.