TechNet Cyber 2026

Darnell Washington
President and CEO
SecureXperts


Darnell Washington is a distinguished cybersecurity expert, thought leader, and entrepreneur with over two decades of experience shaping the digital security landscape. As a recognized authority in the development and implementation of advanced encryption and public key infrastructure (PKI) technologies, Mr. Washington has earned accolades from industry leaders, corporate executives, and end users worldwide for his pioneering work. Mr. Washington holds multiple U.S. patents, including innovations in cryptographic key generation systems and secure video encryption over the last 14 years. His most notable achievement, Credentialed High Assurance Encryption (CHAVE), was commercially launched in 2016, marking a significant milestone in cybersecurity technology, implementing cryptography into Information technology and operational technology systems. Since its release, he has led talented teams to secure critical systems against foreign and domestic cyber adversaries, with a focus on defense, government, aerospace, and enterprise sectors.

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