Michael Smith

Michael Smith is a Personnel Security Specialist I at the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) based in Fairfax, Virginia.1 He has been in this role since January 2022.1 Prior to his current position, he served as a Personnel Security Administrator at IDA from April 2021.1

Smith's background includes:

1. A Bachelor of Science in Criminology with a concentration in Homeland Security from George Mason University (2010-2014)1
2. Previous roles at IDA including Administration Services Assistant (March 2020 - April 2021)1
3. Experience as a Human Services Caseworker Associate at Prince William County (October 2018 - March 2020)1
4. Work as a Resident Assistant at Northern Virginia Family Service (October 2015 - October 2018)1

Smith has also held positions in retail and volunteer work, including roles at Kohl's Department Stores and Catholic Campus Ministry.1