SIMS Software Announces Appointment of Milancy D. Harris to Advisory Board

CARLSBAD, Calif., Aug. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SIMS Software, the preeminent software as a service provider in digitizing and modernizing security information management systems for the government, defense, and technology industries, is honored to welcome Milancy D. Harris to its esteemed board of advisors. Ms. Harris brings over two decades of experience in government, defense, and technology with expertise in intelligence, national security, policy, and strategic governance.

In her advisory capacity, Ms. Harris will lend her deep knowledge to SIMS Software's executive leadership team, supporting efforts to strengthen strategic partnerships and enhance visibility of the company's unique product offerings within the national security sector.

"It's a privilege to have Ms. Harris join our advisory board," stated Michael Struttmann, CEO of SIMS Software. "Her unwavering commitment to safeguarding our national security interests aligns seamlessly with our mission. With her distinguished credentials and vast expertise in this field, we look forward to the unique perspective she will bring as we continue to innovate for those who serve and protect our nation."

"I am excited to join the SIMS Software board of advisors. At a time when the security mission is critical to operational success, I appreciate how SIMS' innovative approach to enabling mission solutions can streamline and modernize security management," remarked Ms. Harris. 

Ms. Harris most recently served as Acting Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence & Security based at the Pentagon where from March 2024 to January 2025 she served as the Department of Defense's principal advisor on intelligence, counterintelligence, security, and law enforcement, overseeing five defense agencies that comprise the Defense Intelligence and Security Enterprise and the Military Intelligence Program. Prior, she was Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence & Security, sworn in January 3, 2023, where she served directly under the USD(I&S) and advised the Secretary of Defense and the broader Intelligence Community.

Earlier in her tenure at the Department of Defense, Ms. Harris served as Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Irregular Warfare and Counterterrorism from February 2021 through December 2022 where she implemented a strategic transition while supporting multiple crises across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Ms. Harris began her career as an all-source analyst at the Defense Intelligence Agency before serving in senior roles at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, National Security Council, and Department of Defense focused on intelligence analysis, counterterrorism operations, and national security policy. Ms. Harris also played a pivotal role in technology governance, operationalizing Meta's Oversight Board, serving as its first Chief of Staff, and shaping governance structures for complex global content moderation challenges.

Ms. Harris is a recipient of both the Department of Defense Distinguished Public Service Medal and the National Intelligence Distinguished Public Service Medal. She holds dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in International Affairs and English Literature from Marquette University and earned a Master of Arts in Political Management and a Graduate Certificate in International Security Studies from The George Washington University.

About SIMS Software

For over 40 years, SIMS Software has been the leading provider of security information management software to the world's most renowned government agencies, defense contractors, high technology giants, academic institutions, and research facilities. SIMS Software helps security professionals centralize dispersed data sources to achieve operational efficiencies, government compliance, risk mitigation and visibility across their security domain.

To learn more, visit www.SIMSsoftware.com

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