Greg Rudy
General Manager, Encryption, Ultra I&C
In the past year, Greg Rudy led the expansion of Ultra I&C’s key management technologies into several high-priority defense programs. This innovative encryptor development will deliver measurable operational cost savings and enhanced system resilience in contested environments. The initiative further solidified Ultra I&C’s position as a trusted partner in national cybersecurity infrastructure.
Ultra I&C is strategically aligned with federal priorities through delivery of scalable, modular COMSEC management solutions that substantially reduce total ownership costs.
“We simplify sustainment through comprehensive inventory tracking; centralized control systems and secure remote rekey capabilities — significantly improving operational efficiency across geographically dispersed assets,” Rudy said. “Our technology is purposefully designed to support agile acquisition and mission-readiness while maintaining rigorous security standards and regulatory compliance.”
Why Watch
This year, Rudy’s team is focused on advanced key and COMSEC lifecycle management solutions to meet the demands of Joint All-Domain Command and Control operations. They’re driving innovation in COMSEC management to ensure highly reliable secure communications at the tactical edge. Their goal is to deliver mission assurance while reducing lifecycle complexity and costs.
Rudy consistently delivered exceptional results in expanding the company’s key management technologies across critical defense programs, and his deep understanding of both technical requirements and operational challenges enabled Ultra I&C to provide resilient cybersecurity solutions that directly address defense partners’ needs, said Mladen Brkic, senior vice president and chief financial officer at Ultra I&C.
“His contributions to our COMSEC lifecycle management solutions have positioned Ultra I&C as an indispensable partner in national security infrastructure,” Brkic added.
Fun Fact: Originally beginning his career in consumer electronics, developing software for CRT computer monitor manufacturing in San Diego, Rudy pivoted to cybersecurity while seeking a career path less vulnerable to outsourcing. Beyond his professional life, he’s an enthusiastic volleyball player in a Sunday league and a dedicated supporter at his children’s various sporting events and musical performances.