Renata Spinks McNeal

 Renata C. Spinks McNeal is an internationally recognized cybersecurity and technology executive and decorated US Army Combat Veteran and former U.S. Marine Corps Senior Executive Service. She has built and operationalized enterprise-wide cyber offensive, defense and operational cyber programs still in use today; across federal agencies, Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. 
 
As founder of CyberSec International, Renata advances resilient, scalable cyber defense systems and champions adoption of Zero Trust, CJADC2, and cloud security frameworks. She is widely respected for reframing challenges as opportunities, mentoring future leaders, and synthesizing legal, academic, and operational frameworks into actionable strategies. 
 
Renata is a sought-after speaker and thought leader on AI-driven threats, quantum readiness, and board-level cyber resilience. Her bold, inclusive leadership style continues to inspire peers and elevate the cybersecurity profession, ensuring organizations are prepared to defend, adapt, and thrive in the digital age.