Tahira Mammen
Federal Leadership
Tahira Mammen leads the National Security Agency’s AI Security Center, where she oversees efforts to secure artificial intelligence systems critical to national defense. She directs research, standards, and partnerships that ensure AI is resilient against adversarial threats. Mammen’s work advances trustworthy AI adoption across government and industry, strengthening national security while setting benchmarks for safe, secure deployment. Her leadership ensures the U.S. remains at the forefront of protecting AI-enabled systems from evolving cyber risks.
