Natalie Orpett is the executive editor of **Lawfare** and deputy general counsel of the Lawfare Institute, where she oversees editorial strategy and contributes to the organization’s legal and policy work. She is recognized for her expertise in national security law, cybersecurity policy, and emerging technology regulation, frequently engaging in analysis of complex legal and governmental issues. In her dual roles, she combines legal practice with thought leadership, guiding Lawfare’s coverage of contemporary security challenges while supporting the Institute’s mission to advance informed discussion and research at the intersection of law, policy, and national defense.