Mathew Barreras, Participant

Mathew Barreras is the Director of Infrastructure and Cybersecurity at Mesa Airlines, a regional carrier operating Embraer E-175 aircraft for United Express. With over 20 years of experience in IT, he has held both individual contributor and leadership roles, specializing in infrastructure, cloud computing, mobility, and cybersecurity. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from Arizona State University and multiple IT and cybersecurity certifications. He is also a veteran of the Arizona Army National Guard where he served six years in the Signal Corps. At Mesa Airlines, he has played a key role in designing and implementing the company’s cybersecurity program, aligning with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and TSA regulations. He has led initiatives to establish governance, develop policies, source staffing and tools to enhance the airline’s security posture, and secure critical infrastructure. In addition to his corporate role, he serves on the cybersecurity committee of a business association that advocates for regional airlines before federal regulators.