Military Foundation
Dr. Wood’s professional foundation was shaped by his service in the United States Air Force, where he served as an Apprentice Electrician and High Voltage Power Line Specialist. This experience instilled in him the discipline, integrity, and mission-first mindset that continue to define his professional and entrepreneurial philosophy.
His military background strengthened his ability to lead under pressure, engineer with precision, and maintain absolute operational readiness - principles that remain central to every venture he leads.
Entrepreneurial Vision
Dr. Wood is a visionary entrepreneur whose enterprises embody the union of innovation, discipline, and purpose. Each venture he has established serves as a strategic extension of his broader mission to advance security, efficiency, and operational excellence across diverse industries.
As founder of CiteRisq, he leads a research and intelligence firm committed to advancing cybersecurity modernization, operational resilience, and risk analytics. CiteRisq develops frameworks that merge technology, risk strategy, and compliance readiness, empowering organizations to evolve securely in complex digital environments.
Through The Guardians of Innovation, Growth, and Security (GIGS), The Umbrella LLC, Dr. Wood provides technical and operational services that strengthen government and private sector capabilities alike - from secure systems development to compliant workforce delivery.
Transportation & Logistics Expertise
Dr. Wood’s professional range extends beyond technology into the logistics and transportation sector, where he applies his engineering mindset to real-world operations. Before founding Iron Eagle Hotshot, he gained extensive experience as an Over-the-Road (OTR) Truck Driver, managing long-haul operations and logistics coordination across the continental United States.
This hands-on experience cultivated a deep understanding of freight movement, route efficiency, equipment management, and the human elements that drive successful operations.
As founder of Iron Eagle Hotshot, a logistics and freight division of GIGS, Dr. Wood transformed that experience into a modern, precision-driven transportation enterprise. Iron Eagle Hotshot delivers reliable, high-performance hotshot and logistics services nationwide - emphasizing safety, compliance, and mission accuracy in every load moved.
Education & Credentials
Dr. Wood holds a Doctorate in Computer Science (Information Assurance) from Colorado Technical University, where his research emphasized secure systems architecture, information assurance, and enterprise risk management.
He also holds multiple master’s degrees in:
- Information Systems Management
- Information Systems Security & Technology Management
- Criminal Justice
and a Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering.
His education complements his professional expertise, blending advanced theory with practical leadership across engineering, cybersecurity, and transportation disciplines.
Professional Ethos
Dr. Wood’s career embodies a lifelong pursuit of excellence rooted in service, innovation, and integrity. He leads through precision, strategic vision, and adaptability - combining military discipline, technical expertise, and entrepreneurial determination.
Through GIGS, CiteRisq, and Iron Eagle Hotshot, Dr. Wood continues to pioneer solutions that advance national readiness, technological resilience, and logistics performance - building enterprises designed not just to succeed, but to lead.
