TechNet Cyber 2026

Deepak Seth
Chief Engineer, Emerging Technology Directorate
Defense Information Systems Agency


Deepak Seth is a Chief Engineer in the Emerging Technologies Directorate at the Defense Information Systems Agency. As technical lead for artificial intelligence, machine learning, and quantum resistant cryptography, he guides DISA's strategic engagement with these critical technologies. Seth previously served as the Chief of the Architecture Branch responsible for DISA's enterprise architecture. His extensive experience spans both technical and managerial roles at prominent organizations including Opnet Technologies, Booz Allen Hamilton, and Nortel. Seth has a bachelor’s in electrical engineering from Northeastern University, a master’s in engineering and management from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Sloan School of Management, and a master’s from the College of Information and Cyberspace at the National Defense University.

Sessions :