Meet our dedicated team
HCISS has a core team with deep domain expertise in cybersecurity, AI analytics, information security and product management
Daniel Addison
CEO
Daniel Addison is the Founder and CEO of HCISS LLC BSECAEnergy, a leading Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered Cybersecurity Company. With over thirty years of experience working in various industries, Daniel brings deep expertise in protecting critical infrastructure and digital ecosystems.
His career began at Federal Reserve as a Network Security Engineer and evolved through key roles in finance, telecom, healthcare, and energy. Today, he leads HCISS in delivering innovative AI cybersecurity solutions and services that help businesses strengthen their cybersecurity culture and posture.
A trusted educator and strategist in cybersecurity, AI, Blockchain, and Quantum Resistance Cryptography technologies, Daniel continues to shape the future of digital security with vision, precision, and impact.
Washington Mugo
CSO, Co-Founder
Washington is a Cyber Security Architect and dedicated technology professional with a strong track record of designing and implementing robust security models across diverse environments. He specializes in securing modern digital infrastructures, with hands-on experience in web and application development, enabling him to build systems that are secure by design.
In addition, Washington has practical exposure to blockchain technologies, including decentralized architectures and smart contract fundamentals, aligning security principles with emerging innovations.
He combines strategic thinking with technical execution to mitigate risks, enhance system resilience, and support business objectives. Passionate about continuous learning and innovation, he works at the intersection of security, software engineering, and next-generation technologies.
Rachel Kutuk Harris
COO, CCO
Rachel Kutuk Harris brings over 30 years of leadership experience in commercial and government sectors, with a strong focus on operational excellence, compliance, and strategic innovation. As Chief Operations Officer and Compliance Officer at HCISS LLC BSECAEnergy, she leads key initiatives that ensure efficiency, regulatory integrity, and lasting impact across the organization.
Previously, Rachel served as President of NIQI LLC, where she directed operations supporting the Defense Logistics Agency’s Troop Support Subsistence program. Her leadership has been shaped by a deep commitment to collaboration, accountability, and sustainable growth.
Rachel’s approach is grounded in humility, focus, and a passion for building systems that deliver results and create opportunities for innovation.
Helen Turner, Ph.D
Chief Scientific Advisor
Helen Turner, Ph.D., is the Chief Scientific Advisor at HCISS, providing scientific leadership at the intersection of data science, analytics, and applied AI research. She is a Professor of Biology and faculty member in Data Science at Chaminade University, where she also serves as Principal Investigator of the Laboratory of Pharmacology and Analytics. In addition, Dr. Turner is the Research Director for the United Nations CIFAL Honolulu Centre and leads its Data/AI Research Team. Her expertise in rigorous research methodology, statistical analysis, and applied AI validation supports HCISS’s mission to deliver scientifically grounded, trustworthy, and resilient AI-cybersecurity solutions for critical infrastructure and public-sector applications.
Joel Odelson
CISO
Joel Odelson is a Lead the Global Cyber Security team responsible for providing risk assessments and governance for both corporate infrastructure and company product lines using the following frameworks: NIST, ISO/IEC 27001/27017, COBIT 5, SAEE/SOC2, US and European data privacy compliance, Sarbanes-Oxley, Safe Harbor, Payment Card Industry and GDPR
External Advisors and Collaborators
HCISS also collaborates with a number of external advisors
Chidiuto Goodness
Business Development Associate
Mark E. Bowser
VP. SALES
Dr. Kecia J. Waddell
HCISS Advisor
Gini Yost
Advisor & Senior Consultant
Madhurima Dutta
Chief Legal Advisor
Huy Chieu
Advisor & Chief Business Development Officer
Sidney Nicholas
Chief Marketing Officer & Advisor
