David Kennedy
Chief Technology Officer at Exabeam
Detroit, Michigan, United States
About David Kennedy
David Kennedy is Chief Technology Officer at Exabeam. Location: Detroit, Michigan, United States.
I lead with a simple conviction: in an age of AI, human judgment and accountability matter more than ever. Not less. My professional passion lies in building secure AI and cybersecurity systems that protect what matters most. With roots in supply chain and DevOps, I have spent my career inventing operational methodologies and architecting platforms across cloud computing, e-commerce, education, and artificial intelligence. Fueled by a deep curiosity about how things work, I push technology to solve challenges beyond its original scope. My leadership philosophy is hands on. Boardroom to code. I believe discipline creates freedom. Rigorous standards and ethical frameworks do not constrain innovation. They enable it. I empower teams to own their missions while maintaining clear accountability, because in cybersecurity, there is no ambiguity about who owns outcomes. Success is not achieved in isolation but through a dedicated team operating as a united front. The AI revolution requires leaders who can hold two truths: move fast and think deeply about consequences. I choose the harder path. Building capability and conscience together. When I am not architecting systems, you will find me exploring backcountry trails across the U.S. national parks.
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Additional experience
Vice President of Engineering
Exabeam
November 2025 – January 2026
Education
- Business, Western Michigan University - Haworth College of Business