Charles Kraiger
Cybersecurity Analyst and Foreign Affairs Desk Officer
Executive Office of the President
Washington, DC
About Charles Kraiger
Charles Kraiger is a cybersecurity analyst and foreign affairs specialist based in Washington, DC. He works at the Executive Office of the President, where he focuses on cyber threat analysis and international security policy. His role includes monitoring global cyber risks, supporting national defense strategies, and coordinating with foreign partners on security issues.
Before this, Kraiger spent over four years at the U.S. Department of State. He served as a Senior Cyber Threat Analyst and later as a Regional Team Lead. In these roles, he led efforts to secure diplomatic systems and provided intelligence to protect U.S. interests abroad. He also worked as a technical editor in the Bureau of Diplomatic Security.
Kraiger began his federal career at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). There, he held advisory roles in public affairs, program planning, and legislative support. His work contributed to development and communication programs in regions like Uganda and South Africa.
He holds a bachelor’s degree in international relations from Michigan State University and studied politics and history at the University of Oxford. He earned a master’s in security studies from Georgetown University and is completing executive education at Harvard Kennedy School.
Kraiger has been involved in international development projects and poverty reduction efforts. He has field experience in Rwanda and Costa Rica and has received multiple awards for his service. His background combines cybersecurity, foreign policy, and international development, with a focus on protecting systems and supporting U.S. government missions around the world.
Areas of Focus
Career Background
Education
Media
Press
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- Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools
Youngest recipient of the Galesburg-Augusta Inspirational Alumni Award
April 2023 - U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
Outstanding Support Award – Uganda
June 2015 - U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
Outstanding Support Award – South Africa
June 2015 - U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
Above and Beyond Award
March 2014 - U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
Certificate of Appreciation
October 2014 - U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
Certificate of Achievement
May 2013 - Michigan State University – Office of Diversity Programming
Writing Contest Scholarship Winner - Michigan Credit Union League – Post Community Credit Union
Scholarship Recipient
Boards & Memberships
- ONE MSU, President and Co-Founder
- African Groups Coalition, Founding Member
- Committee on Diversity and Community Advocacy, Chair,
- Madison Academic Diversity Initiative (MADI), Vice President
- PRISM LGBT Organization, Treasurer
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Charles Kraiger do?
Charles Kraiger is a Cybersecurity Analyst and Foreign Affairs Desk Officer at the Executive Office of the President, where he focuses on cyber threat analysis and international security policy. His work includes monitoring global cyber risks, supporting national defense strategies, and coordinating with foreign partners on security issues.
What is Charles Kraiger known for?
Kraiger is known for combining cybersecurity, foreign policy, and international development work, including prior roles as a Senior Cyber Threat Analyst and Regional Team Lead at the U.S. Department of State. He has received recognition such as the Galesburg-Augusta Inspirational Alumni Award and USAID Outstanding Support Awards for his work in Uganda and South Africa.
Where is Charles Kraiger based?
Charles Kraiger is based in Washington, DC.
Where did Charles Kraiger study?
Kraiger holds a master's degree in Security Studies from Georgetown University, studied history and politics at the University of Oxford, and earned a degree from Michigan State University; he is also completing executive education at Harvard Kennedy School.
Who does Charles Kraiger work for?
Charles Kraiger works for the Executive Office of the President.
Last updated February 20, 2026