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Carnegie Mellon Names Jason Brown as SEI Director and CEO

November 3, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Jason M. Brown named SEI Director and CEO
Brown brings experience from military, academia, and industry
SEI focuses on software, AI, and cybersecurity research for national security

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Strategic Implications

Brown's appointment may signal a new era for the SEI, leveraging his diverse background to drive innovation in software, AI, and cybersecurity for national security, which could strengthen the institute's position as a leader in these fields and may lead to increased collaboration with government and industry partners.

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What Happened

New Leader Brings Extensive Experience to Software Engineering Institute

Carnegie Mellon University has named Jason M. Brown as the next Director and CEO of the Software Engineering Institute, a Department of War-sponsored, federally funded research and development center. Brown will lead the SEI in driving the frontiers of software, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity research and engineering as a strategic advantage for national security. With his extensive experience across military operations, academia, and the defense technology industry, Brown is well-suited to lead the SEI in its next chapter, as reported by Carnegie Mellon University.

Source | Originally Published: November 2, 2026

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