Convening to Act: Accelerating National Security AI Adoption
Leadership and Organizational Practices Toward Successful AI Outcomes
March 27-28, 2025
Mr. Michael Barbino (NSA)
Mr. Barbino is the NSA’s Contracting and Acquisition Innovation Lead and contracting’s lead for artificial intelligence acquisition strategy and governance. He is a seasoned contracting expert that is dedicated to innovating in the profession and identifying performance-enhancing strategies. Prior to his current assignment, Mr. Barbino served in several contracting leadership roles supporting different organizations within NSA and completed a Joint Duty Assignment at ODNI. Mr. Barbino received an bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Maryland and a Masters of Business Administration from the University of Baltimore. Go Terps!