CSA appoints Dave Komendat as chief security officer and partner

CHICAGO—Corporate Security Advisors (CSA), a management consultancy devoted to building strategic, business-aligned security programs, has announced the appointment of Dave Komendat as chief security officer (CSO) and partner.

With over 38 years of expertise in global security leadership, Komendat brings a distinguished career history that includes serving as vice president & chief security officer at The Boeing Company, where he led one of the most complex corporate security organizations globally. His scope of responsibility spanned global security operations, executive protection, supply chain security, intelligence, government programs and crisis management. 

Komendat’s extensive contributions to the security sector also include high-profile advisory roles such as president of the International Security Management Association (ISMA), private sector co-chair of the Domestic Security Alliance Council (DSAC), and strategic engagement advisor to the FBI. His work advancing threat information sharing earned him the FBI Director’s Award for Exceptional Public Service.

At CSA, Komendat will play a pivotal role in guiding the firm’s strategic security initiatives and aligning security solutions with overarching business goals. He will lead CSA’s Virtual Security Team (VST) service offering, providing tailored and scalable security solutions through a flexible team of seasoned experts. His unparalleled experience will further reinforce CSA’s position as a trusted partner to organizations prioritizing robust and adaptive security strategies.

“Joining CSA as chief security officer at this exciting stage in its growth is both an honor and an incredible opportunity,” Komendat said. “The evolving risk landscape demands security strategies that not only protect but also enable business success. I’m looking forward to joining such a talented team and contributing to CSA’s mission to advance security innovation and partner with clients to drive resilient, business-focused outcomes.”

CSA CEO Jeremy Baumann shared his utmost confidence in Komendat’s ability to strengthen the firm’s expertise and influence, stating, “Dave’s strong leadership and deep understanding of global security challenges make him an invaluable asset to CSA and the clients we serve. His strategic vision and extraordinary ability to integrate security programs with business priorities align perfectly with CSA’s mission. We are thrilled to welcome Dave into this role, where his expertise will help shape the next chapter of our growth.”

This strategic appointment comes as CSA continues to expand its role as the premier advisor for businesses navigating the increasingly critical intersection of security and corporate strategy.