JetBlue Airways announced the appointment of Dave MacKinnon as Vice President of Technology Infrastructure and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). In this role, MacKinnon will be responsible for overseeing the airline’s technology infrastructure, cybersecurity initiatives, and anti-fraud teams, with an emphasis on enhancing system reliability and safeguarding against evolving cyber threats. He will report directly to Carol Clements, JetBlue’s Chief Digital & Technology Officer.
MacKinnon brings over 25 years of experience in cybersecurity and technology leadership to JetBlue. Before joining the airline, he served as Vice President and Chief Security Officer at N-able from April 2021 to October 2026, where he developed the company’s security and business continuity programs.
Prior to his time at N-able, MacKinnon held key roles at AT&T/WarnerMedia as Senior Director of Security Operations & Response and at Turner Broadcasting as Director of the Counter Threat Unit.
In a LinkedIn post announcing his new position, MacKinnon expressed enthusiasm for joining JetBlue and praised the airline’s culture and workforce. He noted, “I have a ton to learn, and I’m excited (and nervous) to take on this next adventure.”
MacKinnon’s appointment is part of JetBlue’s effort to bolster its technology leadership, especially in addressing security challenges in the airline industry. The airline is actively working to adapt to the increasing complexities of technology and cyber threats.
