Dedra Bonner

"I began my career in the IC about 8 years ago as a systems engineer, supporting a Northrop Grumman program where the key functions centered on creating enterprise service solutions to provide actionable intelligence data to the DoD/IC."

"What excites me is information! I get to be a part of creating and observing the demonstration of innovative ways to access and share information and its impacts on our national security. In this information age and in a cyber-world, ensuring everyone that needs information can get it securely and completely is key. Further, providing relevant data to inform decisions that affect our way of life is also exciting to me."

"The top IC issue/focus/trend will be the continuous evolution of cybersecurity solutions, in addition to managing the secure access of information and using more effective ways to protect key data and prevent harm to individuals and nations."

"Do not try to “home grow” a solution to every problem; create a network of people who can help you develop solutions. Building relationships with people who can help you be more effective in developing a solution can create truly mutually beneficial partnerships and this is a skill you should build early in your career. I recommend thinking beyond what you know and are comfortable with by creating more connections. Then widen your scope of who can provide good ideas—this will help you think smarter and with more depth."

Favorite TV Show: My favorite show is The Office—it is hilarious and smart.  The show helps me de-stress and remember to enjoy life with laughter.