NRO Director Chris Scolese Speaks on Agency Priorities and Challenges


October 3, 2024

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In the webinar “The NRO Story: A Conversation with Dr. Chris Scolese,” the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) hosted a discussion with Dr. Christopher Scolese, director of the National Reconaissance Office (NRO), on the agency’s evolving priorities, acquisition strategies and response to emerging threats. Scolese, a double GW Engineering alumnus, holds a Master’s in Electrical and Computer Engineering and a Ph.D. in Systems Engineering from GW.

Here is an excerpt from the event description: “CSIS’ Emily Harding, director of the Intelligence, National Security, and Technology Program, and Kari Bingen, director of the Aerospace Security Project, will join Dr. Scolese to discuss the roles and priorities of the NRO, as well as how the NRO is approaching acquisitions and operations in response to current threats and technological advancements.”

Watch the recorded webinar on the CSIS website. For further insights into the NRO’s latest efforts, explore coverage from Space News, the U.S. Department of Defense, and the NRO website.