If confirmed by the Senate, he would become just the third permanent leader of the Office of the National Cyber Director.

At least one key Republican told CyberScoop that he wasn’t happy about the last-minute nature of the EO.

Ex-National Cyber Director Inglis says “quantitative data” in Secure Code Warrior’s report shows the importance of the cybersecurity practice.

Former NSA executive director says that as national cyber director, he would “continue the good work ONCD has done with its partners.”

The advisory committee delivered a lengthy list of recommendations to CISA Director Jen Easterly on Wednesday.

Chris Inglis, former National Cyber Director for The White House

The groups say the lack of a permanent cyber director will hinder efforts to implement the recently released National Cybersecurity Strategy.

The co-chairs of the Cyberspace Solarium Commission say a permanent director is needed to implement the national cybersecurity strategy.

A 30-year veteran of the NSA, Inglis has helped stand up a new office aimed to bring unity of effort to U.S. cybersecurity policy.

Inglis's trip reflects Japan's status as an increasingly important ally on cybersecurity, particularly as the administration focuses more on China.