John Metzger

VP, Software Engineering
Vector Launch Inc.

Speaker: The Space-Based Cloud: A New Dimension For Cybersecurity

• John Metzger leads the GalacticSky software architecture and development team. He brings 40 years of in-depth experience and knowledge in a multitude of areas including software architecture and design, network protocol optimization, network and systems management, cryptographic solutions, video optimization, packet inspection, and virtualization. Early in his career, John was the co-founder, Vice President, and Chief Technical Officer of Software Decisions, Inc., which was purchased by Ungermann-Bass Networks and then subsequently acquired by Tandem Computers. John then went on to become the VP of Engineering for several Silicon Valley startups which were acquired by Seagate, HiFn, Akamai and Opera.