About me

I'm a defense analyst at RAND, with expertise in air and missile defense, nuclear weapons, and wargaming. I've also contributed to projects on military space and defense industry, and plan to do more work on AI safety and biosecurity. Previously, I worked at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) for seven years, rising from intern to deputy director. I hold an M.A. in International Relations from the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) and a B.A. in International Relations & Arabic from Tufts University.

My career mission is to develop, promote, and execute good public policy. Currently, I do this through:

• Research: Conducting deep, objective research on important problems to provide actionable recommendations.

• Communications: Engaging with policymakers, journalists, researchers, and the general public to improve their understanding and decision making.

• Education: Developing and facilitating educational games, simulations, and events to support experiential learning and networking.

• Support: Freelance editing, consulting, and advising for others working on critical issues, from AI governance to animal welfare, to increase their policy impact.

Outside of work, I enjoy studying Islam, weightlifting, long podcasts, and exploring the great city of Washington, DC, with my wife, Nadia, and our daughter, Summer.

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