Proven leader with 12+ years solving the most complex technical challenges across intelligence programs, leading teams of various sizes including a team of 120+ world-wide deploying Sailors, and developing innovative software solutions that deliver mission-critical capabilities to warfighters and the intelligence community.
I'm Matt Raburn - a Computer Science graduate from the United States Naval Academy and LCDR transitioning to the Navy Reserves after 12+ years of active duty. My life centers around dedication to others, whether serving on submarines, taking care of my family, or coaching youth soccer.
As a leader and technical expert for over a decade, I have pursued the hardest roles and toughest challenges. From the Naval Academy to submarines to the intelligence community, I have honed skills in the most demanding environments. This breadth of experience and passion makes me the ideal candidate to drive results in any high-stakes and high-speed environment.
Constantly learning across multiple domains, from new technologies to emerging trends to professional expertise
Leading by example and remaining actively engaged with both the work and its challenges
Prioritizing what drives real impact and results
Dedicated to achieving and maintaining technical proficiency as a core professional responsibility
My scattered collection of skills, technologies, and experience
U.S. Naval Academy
2009 - 2013
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the United States Naval Academy
NIOC Georgia | NSA
2013 - 2016
Led specialized teams of 22+ personnel on multiple submarine deployments
NIOC Georgia | NSA
2016 - 2019
Led submarine operations department with 11 officers and 120+ Sailors deploying worldwide.
Pentagon
2019 - 2022
Special Advisor to CNO for cryptologic operations and national-level program management.
NRO
2022 - September 2025
Developed breakthrough analytics while leading technical teams and managing enterprise systems serving IC and DoD worldwide.
Ready to Lead
2025+
Proven ability to lead complex technical programs while maintaining hands-on expertise and driving innovation
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Looking forward to connecting and exploring how we can work together.