IDEMIA, the globally renowned provider of Augmented Identity and Identity Management solutions, has announced the appointment of Andrew Boyd to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for IDEMIA National Security Solutions.

Andrew Boyd will be responsible for the over-all strategic growth and leadership of the team, delivering state-of-the-art technology solutions that support national defence, national security, and the classified missions’ space.

Security and Intelligence expert

Boyd joins IDEMIA with more than twenty-five years of military and industry experience

Boyd joins IDEMIA with more than twenty-five years of military and industry experience in the creation of mission critical solutions within the United States Federal Government and commercial markets. Most recently, Boyd was Senior Vice President (SVP) of Defence and Intelligence for SAIC, where he led growth strategies for its IT modernisation and digital transformation business unit.

Prior to SAIC, Andrew served in leadership roles in the United States Air Force, Unisys Federal, Engility, Northrop Grumman and a number of other innovative small businesses. He was responsible for creating a wide range of IT Service and Product offerings across Intelligence, Defence and Federal Civilian Agencies.

Extensive experience in Federal and Defence space

Andrew brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to IDEMIA with a proven track-record of generating significant growth and profit throughout his career,” said Edward Casey, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at IDEMIA Identity & Security North America.

Edward adds, “His unique experience working in both the Federal and Defence space make him an ideal candidate to lead this critical area of our business. Andrew will be a valuable addition to the IDEMIA team, and I look forward to supporting Andrew as he takes on this new role.”

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