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Allyson O’Brien

Program Manager

Information Innovation Office

Allyson O’Brien, Ph.D., joined DARPA in January 2022 to develop, execute, and transition programs in quantum information and cybersecurity.

O’Brien joined DARPA from Leidos where she focused on cybertechnology and quantum-augmented security in networks and point-to-point communications. Before Leidos, O’Brien was with BAE Systems where she focused on quantum communications and various cybertechnology projects.

In addition, she is a commercial helicopter pilot and flight instructor.

Education

  • Ph.D., Physics, Drexel University
  • M.S., Physics, Drexel University
  • B.S., Physics, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs

 

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