About James Castle -
Visionary in AI and Cybersecurity

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Advancing global trust through AI integrity, quantum security, and ethical technology adoption.

Who I Am
James Castle is a global leader in AI strategy, governance and safety, and a cybersecurity strategist advancing Quantranet AI-3.14 technologies across aerospace, defense, and secure digital infrastructure. He serves as CEO and Chief Security Officer of Terranova Defense Solutions Incorporated, operating as Terranova Aerospace and Defense Group. He is also the Chairperson and Founder of Terranova Defense NFP, operating as Cyber Security Global Alliance, and the Chief Cybersecurity Advisor at the Borough of Manhattan Community College’s Center for Continuing Education and Workforce Development under the City University of New York.

James leads large-scale, multinational frameworks that integrate AI integrity, regulatory governance, cyber readiness, and quantum-secure AI-driven systems. Through Terranova ORBIT Command Group and the CSGA Cyber AI Research Institute, he is building a global AI integrity network that supports governments, academia, industry, and nonprofit sectors in adopting trustworthy AI, achieving cross-border regulatory alignment, and establishing quantum-ready risk frameworks.

His work spans operational defense systems, advanced AI research, cyber education, AI red team testing with cyber range environments, governance consulting, and program development for NATO aligned partners and countries. He is widely recognized for advancing ethical AI, strengthening global digital ecosystems, and shaping the next generation of secure AI technologies.

My Journey
From early work in cybersecurity to leading international defense and AI governance initiatives, my career has been defined by one principle: anticipating the next threat before it arrives. Today, I serve as CEO & Chief Security Officer of Terranova Aerospace and Defense Group, Executive Director of the Cyber Security Global Alliance, and Chief Cybersecurity Advisor at BMCC-CUNY.

What I Stand For
Technology is advancing faster than policy, and that gap creates risk. I advocate for ethical AI adoption, quantum-ready cybersecurity, and global compliance frameworks that protect nations, businesses, and individuals from emerging threats. Through Terranova ORBIT Command, I lead efforts to establish international standards for AI integrity and quantum security, partnering with organizations to deliver advanced defense monitoring and digital resilience.

Why It Matters
The future of global security depends on collaboration, innovation, and trust. My work bridges these elements, helping governments, corporations, and academic institutions prepare for a world where AI and quantum computing redefine defense and compliance.

What I Offer
As a speaker, advisor, and influencer, I bring actionable insights and visionary strategies to conferences, panels, and executive forums worldwide. My goal is to empower leaders to make informed decisions that shape a safer, smarter future.

• Achievements:

  
  

  • ICAN Business and Innovation Awards, U.S. Department of Commerce Endorsement.

  • Partnerships with the BMCC Center for Continuing Education and Workforce Development (CUNY)

  • Chairperson, Cyber Security Global Alliance

  • Chairperson, Terranova ORBIT Command Group

  • Chief Cybersecurity Advisor (BMCC (CUNY) for Executive Board

  • Terranova Sabre One Task Force, Incident Commander, Ukraine

  • Advanced Emergency Care Instructor Trainer, Canadian Red Cross

  • Task Force Member for Task Force Unity

    
    

• Credibility Markers:

  
  

  • Media mentions, keynote speaking engagements

Core Specializations

AI Governance and Integrity Systems
Regulatory alignment, AI standards development, AI risk frameworks, cross-border governance, AI think tanks, and AI and defense innovation systems and events.

Cybersecurity and Quantum Defense
Architecture, threat intelligence, cyber maturity models, data pipeline security, zero-trust models, AI-ready supply chains, academic frameworks, and advanced program design.

Aerospace and Defense Innovation
Uncrewed and autonomous systems including MALE RPAS, C4ISR concepts, radar telemetry and sensor systems, secure quantum communications, and aerospace surplus operations including servicing, training, and maintenance.

Global Education and Workforce Development
Architect of the CSGA 60-hour Cybersecurity WhiteHat Program with BMCC (CUNY), integrating Immediate Immersion, Cyber Defense, Cyber Attack, Cyber Range, Certified AI Analyst, and advanced job placement pathways including veteran support throughout North America.

Ethical Technology and Public Policy
Advisor to global institutions, boards, and academic partners on AI ethics, governance frameworks, advanced technologies, aerospace systems, and drone standardization for military and government sectors.

Flagship AI Division: Terranova ORBIT Command Group
Our Flagship AI Division: Terranova ORBIT Command Group is a division of Terranova Defense Solutions Incorporated, with executive and operational support from Cyber Security Global Alliance, the CSGA Cyber AI Research Institute, and the Council for the Safety of Artificial Intelligence.

Terranova and Cyber Security Global Alliance and our active divisions include:

1. Terranova Global AI Integrity Network (GAIN)
Cross-border coalition for real-time detection, prevention, and response to AI-driven risks.

2. Terranova Center for AI Integrity and Governance (CAIG)
A global compliance and regulatory standards body supporting trusted AI adoption.

3. Terranova AI Standards and Verification Bureau (TASVB)
Certification and validation arm for AI integrity, trust, and full lifecycle assurance.

4. Global AI Integrity Think Tank (GAIIT)
Multidisciplinary think tank for events, fellowships, research, and AI governance development.

5. CSGA Cyber AI Research Institute (CSGA‑CAIRI)
Research institute focused on advanced AI systems, cybersecurity innovation, AI-driven defense technologies, and validation of emerging AI applications. Supports Quantranet AI‑3.14 verification and works with universities, government, and industry to advance secure AI development.

6. Council for the Safety of Artificial Intelligence (CSOAI)
International governance body for AI safety, regulatory alignment, ethics, and global risk oversight. Provides independent reviews, policy harmonization guidance, and leadership in preventing unsafe or adversarial AI use across borders.

Leadership Roles:
• CEO and Chief Security Officer – Terranova Aerospace and Defense Group
• CEO – Quantranet and the AI‑3.14 Security Platform
• Chairperson and Founder – Cyber Security Global Alliance
• Chairperson and Founder – CSGA Cyber AI Research Institute
• Chairperson and Founder – Council for the Safety of Artificial Intelligence
• Chairperson and Founder – Terranova ORBIT Command
• Chief Cybersecurity Advisor – Borough of Manhattan Community College (CUNY)
• Ambassador to the EU Commission – Drone Think Do Think Tank, Belgium
• Global Speaker and SME in AI Governance, Ethical Technology, Aerospace and Defense Innovation, Cybersecurity, and Quantum Defense

Signature Quote:
“The true measure of artificial intelligence is not what a system can do, but what humanity can trust it to do.”

Current Focus Areas (2026)
• Establishing the Council for the Safety of Artificial Intelligence in London, England
• Advancing the CSGA Cyber AI Research Institute for applied AI R&D, product validation, and security testing
• Expanding ORBIT’s global AI integrity frameworks
• Scaling the CSGA 60-hour Cybersecurity WhiteHat Program into a multinational workforce pipeline with veteran support
• Building a new U.S.-based HQ for Terranova and CSGA at BMCC (CUNY) in New York City
• Advancing programs in cybersecurity, AI, cyber range operations, and applied research
• Developing a classified Data Center for secure private cloud operations
• Expanding Quantranet AI‑3.14 validation with CSGA‑CAIRI and CSOAI
• Supporting aerospace and defense partnerships with Gladius Defense and AeroGear