Steven McAndrews

Steven McAndrews is a cybersecurity professional who served as the Director for Federal Cybersecurity at the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) from 2020 until early 2022. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing federal cybersecurity initiatives and policies within the Executive Office of the President. His work involved coordinating with various government agencies to enhance the security posture of federal IT systems.145

Before his tenure at OMB, McAndrews held several significant positions in government technology and cybersecurity. He began his career in this field in 2015 at the U.S. Census Bureau as a vulnerability management lead, later working as an IT security specialist at the Department of Homeland Security. He was notably involved in the Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) program, which focuses on improving cybersecurity across federal agencies.123

In February 2022, McAndrews transitioned to the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), where he took on the role of Deputy Chief Information Officer. This position allows him to continue his work in federal cybersecurity while contributing to national security efforts related to nuclear science.145

Additionally, McAndrews is a member of the U.S. Army Reserve, where he has served as a cybersecurity non-commissioned officer, further highlighting his commitment to public service and national security.1