Distinguished national security and diplomatic leader brings decades of intelligence, foreign policy, and global affairs expertise to HawkEye 360

HERNDON, Va., Nov. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HawkEye 360 (NYSE: HAWK), the global leader in signals intelligence data and analytics, today announced the appointment of Ambassador William J. Burns, former Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), to its Board of Directors. Ambassador Burns brings more than three decades of distinguished leadership across U.S. intelligence, diplomacy, and national security, providing valuable strategic insight as HawkEye 360 continues to expand its capabilities and support for U.S. and allied defense and intelligence missions.

“Ambassador Burns brings an extraordinary depth of experience in intelligence, national security, and global affairs, along with a firsthand understanding of the challenges facing the United States and our allies,” said John Serafini, CEO of HawkEye 360. “His expertise and leadership will be invaluable as we continue advancing our capabilities, integrating our data and analytics into operational workflows, and delivering trusted intelligence directly to the Warfighter. His guidance will help us remain focused on what matters most: supporting our customers’ missions, strengthening operational decision-making, and helping protect those who serve.”

Ambassador Burns served as Director of the CIA from 2021 to January 2025, becoming the first career diplomat to lead the agency. Prior to his appointment, he spent more than three decades in U.S. diplomatic service, holding senior leadership positions including Deputy Secretary of State, Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs, and U.S. Ambassador to Russia and Jordan. Throughout his career, he played a central role in advancing U.S. national security interests, strengthening international partnerships, and navigating complex geopolitical challenges.

Ambassador Burns currently serves as Senior Advisor for Global Affairs at Evercore, a position he assumed in June 2025. Previously, he served as President of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace from 2015 to 2021. He holds a bachelor’s degree in history from La Salle University and master’s and doctoral degrees in International Relations from Oxford University, and is the author of the bestselling book, The Back Channel: A Memoir of American Diplomacy and the Case for its Renewal.

“I greatly admire the work of Hawkeye 360,” said Ambassador Burns, “I am delighted to have the chance to serve on their board.”

Ambassador Burns joins HawkEye 360’s Board as the company continues expanding its space-based collection capabilities, advancing signals intelligence analytics, and strengthening partnerships across the global defense and intelligence community. His appointment reinforces HawkEye 360’s commitment to delivering trusted, operationally relevant intelligence that supports the evolving mission priorities of U.S. and allied defense and security partners.

About HawkEye 360

HawkEye 360, headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, is a signals intelligence company delivering mission-critical intelligence data and analytics to strengthen national and global security. By detecting, characterizing, and geolocating RF signals, HawkEye 360 equips defense, intelligence, and commercial partners with critical information to make informed decisions, respond quickly, and enhance operational effectiveness. Leveraging advanced AI-supported analytics, HawkEye 360 delivers early warning indicators, enhances situational awareness, and informs strategic and operational decision-making—ensuring allied forces and security partners maintain a decisive advantage in complex and contested environments.

Forward-Looking Statements

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