# Tory Bruno **Role:** President, National Security at Blue Origin (hired December 2025) **Background:** Former CEO of United Launch Alliance (ULA) for approximately 10 years, where he oversaw Atlas V and Vulcan development. Deep relationships with Space Force, NRO, and intelligence community. **Strategic Context:** Blue Origin hired Bruno specifically to accelerate national security projects and win contracts that New Glenn cannot yet access due to NSSL Phase 3 certification requirements. His mandate is described as accelerating "urgent" national security projects. ## Timeline - **December 2025** — Hired by Blue Origin as President, National Security - **February 2026** — Blue Origin creates new National Security Group reporting to CEO Dave Limp, with Bruno leading the effort