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CISA Appoints New Leaders for Critical Infrastructure Security

CISA Appoints New Leaders for Critical Infrastructure Security

First seen 4 Nov 2026, 23:19 UTC • •
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ThreatCluster •November 4, 2026 at 23:20 UTC
  • •Brian Mazanec appointed acting executive assistant director for infrastructure security at CISA.
  • •Mazanec previously secured the health sector and responded to major cyber incidents.
  • •CISA's initiatives aim to enhance resilience against cyber attacks across critical infrastructure.

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has appointed Brian Bonacci as executive assistant director for emergency communications and Brian Mazanec as acting executive assistant director for infrastructure security. Mazanec, who previously worked at the Department of Health and Human Services, will oversee security efforts across all 16 critical infrastructure sectors. His experience includes responding to significant cyber incidents like the Change Healthcare ransomware attack. CISA's infrastructure security division focuses on safeguarding critical infrastructure from various hazards and has launched initiatives like 'CI Fortify' to enhance resilience against cyber attacks. The agency is also gearing up for the 2026 Homeland Security Summit, where discussions will center on using advanced technologies to tackle cybersecurity threats. Both appointments are part of CISA's ongoing efforts to strengthen its leadership and response capabilities in the face of evolving threats.

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Timeline

2026-11-03
Brian Mazanec sworn in at CISA
Brian Mazanec officially took on the role of acting executive assistant director for infrastructure security at CISA.
Federalnewsnetwork
2026-11-04
CISA announces leadership appointments
CISA appointed Brian Bonacci as executive assistant director for emergency communications, confirming his role after serving in an acting capacity.
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Common questions

What are the main responsibilities of the new leaders?
Brian Bonacci will oversee emergency communications, while Brian Mazanec will manage security across all critical infrastructure sectors.
What initiatives is CISA launching under the new leadership?
CISA has launched the 'CI Fortify' initiative to improve resilience against cyber attacks in critical infrastructure.
How does Mazanec's experience benefit CISA?
Mazanec's background in securing the health sector and responding to cyber incidents will enhance CISA's efforts in infrastructure security.