Tim Kosiba Appointed as Deputy Director of NSA Amid Leadership Changes
DEFENSE
Tim Kosiba has been appointed as the deputy director of the National Security Agency (NSA), where he will oversee operations, policy, and strategy amid ongoing leadership changes and staff turnover. His appointment follows a vetting process and comes after Joe Francescon was not selected due to political controversies. Kosiba, with extensive experience in cyber operations, will address challenges related to declining morale and workforce reductions within the agency.

Jan 10, 2026, 8:16 AM