James Burdock was named Deputy Director of FBI’s National Vetting Center this past week.
Mr. Burdock is a Chief at the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), where he exercises senior leadership and decision-making authority for multiple divisions, including security and logistics operations. He has over 35 years of domestic and international expertise in leading comprehensive strategies to mitigate risks and protect assets on a global scale.
He has a proven track record of implementing robust security frameworks, fostering compliance, and driving organizational resilience, while building and leading high-performance teams. His notable accomplishments include co-authoring the National OPSEC Policy, revamping strategies for international relationships, enhancing officer safety, and executing effective executive communication strategies. He is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and a certified pilot with active TC/SCI and full-scope polygraph clearance. He is passionate about advancing security practices and solutions to address unprecedented security challenges.