Turning Cyber Complexity Into Boardroom Clarity
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What Laura Brings
Expertise & Impact
Cybersecurity
Over two decades securing global organizations, leading offensive cyber operations, and aligning security strategy with enterprise goals — across the U.S. military, healthcare, government, and Fortune-ranked companies.
- 25+ years across Army & Air Force, including multiple command roles
- Led cyber teams across federal, private, and civilian sectors
- Vice President of ISSA International, guiding global cybersecurity collaboration
- Speaker on AI, cyber warfare, and tech ethics at universities and global conferences
- Mentor to transitioning veterans and women entering cybersecurity
- Advocate for neurodiversity in tech
Board Member
Strategic insight on cybersecurity governance — advising boards on risk, compliance, and emerging threats like AI and digital espionage.
Speaker
Keynotes on cybersecurity leadership, AI-driven threats, and building secure, inclusive technology teams at global conferences and universities.
Air Force Offensive Cyber Officer · VP of ISSA International
Securing what matters most — global organizations, digital infrastructure, and the people behind both.
About Laura
Leadership & Legacy
Leading Cybersecurity Across Sectors
Laura I. Harder brings decades of expertise executing cybersecurity operations across the U.S. military, healthcare, government, and Fortune-ranked companies. As an Offensive Cyber Officer in the Air Force Reserves, she understands the complexity of securing critical systems while managing regulatory frameworks like NIST 800-53.
Her leadership spans application development, cyber threat mitigation, risk assessments, and technical project management — empowering organizations to operate securely while staying innovative in a rapidly evolving threat landscape.
Advocating for Community & Cyber Education
As VP of ISSA International and President of the Northern Colorado ISSA Chapter, Laura mentors transitioning veterans, women in tech, and rising cybersecurity leaders. Her speaking engagements at universities and global conferences cover AI, cyber espionage, and social engineering.
She is a devoted teacher — creating inclusive learning environments and advocating for underrepresented voices in a field that shapes global security.
Laura's Story
Laura's career began in the U.S. Army, where she served for 9 years before transitioning to the Air Force Reserves as an Offensive Cyber Officer. Her journey includes raising neurodiverse children, which reshaped her leadership philosophy and deepened her commitment to inclusivity.
From contractor to federal civilian to executive — Laura's path reflects resilience, service, and a deep belief in empowering others through mentorship and advocacy.
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It's about taking care of those in your charge.