Founded in 2013, NAIS is a proud Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) spearheaded by a team of high-achieving veterans. As an SBA 8(a) certified firm, we specialize in Information Technology (IT) and professional services, embodying the capabilities of a large firm within a small business framework.
Jeremy is the esteemed founder, President, and CEO of Native American Industrial Solutions LLC (NAIS), a company distinguished by its 100% American Indian ownership. NAIS is recognized as an SBA 8(a) firm and a VA-certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). As a U.S. Army veteran, Jeremy dedicated over 13 years to serving as a Signal Corps and Foreign Area Officer. He is an alumnus of the United States Military Academy (USMA) at West Point, holding a Bachelor of Science, and has earned a Doctorate in Logic from Stanford University.
Jeremy’s military career from 1998 to 2012 was marked by varied leadership roles, both with the U.S. Army and NATO. His noteworthy positions included being a Military Representative at the George C. Marshall Center for European Security Studies, an Assistant Professor at USMA, a Company Commander in Belgium, a Brigade Operations Officer and the Executive Officer in various NATO assignments, including missions in Kosovo and Germany.
Beyond his military and leadership achievements, Jeremy is deeply involved in academic pursuits related to logic, computational semantics, and artificial intelligence. Since 2007, he has been an active contributor to research in these fields, with numerous publications to his name. Jeremy’s academic contributions have led him to be a sought-after speaker across professional platforms in the United States and Europe. Proud of his heritage, Jeremy is also an official member of the Santa Rosa Band of Cahuilla Indians.
Missy is a dynamic and accomplished leader, seamlessly blending deep expertise in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, and Strategic Operations. Her distinguished career began in the U.S. Navy, where she served for nearly 23 years as an Information Professional Officer, spearheading mission-critical technology initiatives and ensuring the security of national defense communications.
Transitioning to the private sector, Missy has continued to drive innovation and operational excellence, leading multi-million-dollar government contracts with precision and agility. Her leadership is marked by a visionary approach, ensuring projects not only meet but exceed expectations through strategic execution and efficiency.
Missy’s academic foundation includes a Master of Science in Human Resource Management and a Bachelor’s in Business Administration, equipping her with both technical expertise and business acumen to navigate complex challenges. She is deeply committed to professional growth, holding a robust portfolio of industry-recognized certifications, including: Project Management Professional (PMP), CAPM & Agile Hybrid Project Pro (PMI), Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) – ISC2, CompTIA Security+, and Certified Project Director (CPD) – Institute of Project Management.
With a unique blend of military discipline, strategic foresight, and cybersecurity expertise, Missy is a driving force behind our success. Under her leadership, we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of IT and cybersecurity with confidence, pushing the boundaries of technological excellence while maintaining the highest standards of security and innovation.
Her ability to inspire teams, lead complex projects, and drive operational success sets her apart as a visionary leader, ensuring our continued growth and resilience in an increasingly digital world.
Matt is a cybersecurity and risk management professional with 25 years of experience in the public and private sectors. He holds a B.A. from Stanford University, a M.A. in Security Policy Studies from the George Washington University’s Elliott School of International Affairs, and a J.D. from the University of Pennsylvania Law School. He completed the Senior Executive Fellows Program at Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government. He is an adjunct lecturer at Georgetown University with a focus on cybersecurity governance and cybersecurity law and regulation. A student of complexity theory, he has applied methodologies associated with the study of complex adaptive systems to network intrusion pattern recognition and to malware detection.
Prior to joining NAIS, Matt served as the U.S. Strategy Manager for a cybersecurity software company where, among other duties, he provided guidance on cyber threat information sharing, designed a forensics workbench around the company’s software, and provided other technical and strategic support. He served for nearly 10 years in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s former Office of Cybersecurity & Communications, most recently as a cybersecurity strategist and as the Director of Performance Management, and previously as the National Cyber Security Division’s chief of staff. While at DHS, Matt led DHS and interagency implementation of the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act, supported maturation of cyber risk management practices and the cyber insurance marketplace, oversaw development of an operationally-relevant approach to measuring the costs of cybersecurity, contributed performance goals to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, led strategic planning, and developed program performance metrics. Before DHS, Matt was a Research Fellow with the Institute for National Strategic Studies at the National Defense University.
He began his career at Mayer Brown LLP in Chicago, practicing securities, mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate law. While no longer a practicing attorney, Matt remains committed to providing senior leadership at NAIS and its clients with technical advice in a manner that is relevant to their business or mission functions.
Meet Jen, a dynamic leader whose career is marked by innovation, strategic insight, and transformational leadership. With nearly 23 years of service in the United States Navy as an Information Professional Officer, Jen has been instrumental in developing and securing Navy cybersecurity systems, enhancing network infrastructure, and driving business process improvement. Her expertise spans across network infrastructure, telecommunications, security operations, and business process improvement, underpinned by a solid foundation in project management.
Now serving as Director of Business Development and Human Resources, Jen blends technical expertise with visionary leadership to drive business strategy, foster organizational growth, and create meaningful client relationships. Her leadership philosophy—”one team, one fight”—emphasizes unity, inclusion, and a commitment to empowering individuals and teams to achieve excellence.
Jen is recognized for her ability to lead and inspire diverse teams, even under the most challenging conditions. She excels at cultivating partnerships, building high-performing teams, and driving impactful results. A passionate proponent of servant leadership, Jen is committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and mutual respect.
Certified in CompTIA CASP+ and Security+ with a Google Project Management certification, Jen is actively pursuing both the Project Management Professional (PMP) and Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certifications. Her Master of Science in Information Systems Management with a Cybersecurity certificate further underscores her technical and operational expertise. Her unmatched ability to align people, processes, and technology makes her an invaluable leader, driving innovation and success for her organization and the clients it serves.
Meet Matt, a seasoned leader whose career is defined by operational excellence, strategic foresight, and a deep commitment to developing people and organizations. With 24 years of service in the United States Navy as a Navy Seabee, Matt played a pivotal role in advancing expeditionary construction, humanitarian assistance, and global operations across more than 30 countries. His expertise spans human resources, operational planning, disaster response, education and training, and organizational leadership.
Now serving as Director of Human Resources at NAIS, Matt brings a people-first approach to leadership, shaping a winning organizational culture and executing strategic HR initiatives that drive growth and performance. His leadership philosophy emphasizes resilience, collaboration, and empowering individuals to reach their highest potential.
Prior to joining NAIS, Matt honed his skills in the private sector as a Pathways Operations Manager at Amazon’s Make on Demand (MOD) business line, delivering exceptional results across manufacturing, process optimization, and customer fulfillment at a global scale. His combined military and corporate experience gives him a unique edge in aligning people, processes, and operational goals to achieve transformational outcomes.
Matt is currently pursuing his SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) credential and holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management and a Master of Science in Human Resource Training and Development from the University of La Verne.
A proud life member and plank owner of the Navy Seabee Foundation, Matt continues to embody the Seabee spirit of “Can Do.” Outside of work, he enjoys reading, fitness, coaching youth sports, cooking, fishing, and playing golf—always seeking opportunities to lead, mentor, and inspire.
