Commander Bagus Jatmiko serves in the Indonesian Navy and holds a Doctorate in Information Sciences from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California. With a strong blend of academic expertise and operational experience, he has served in various command and staff roles across multiple levels of the naval organization. His background gives him a strategic perspective on maritime defense challenges, particularly in Southeast Asia’s dynamic security environment. Bagus’s research and professional focus lie in defense and security issues, especially maritime domain awareness (MDA), underwater infrastructure protection, and information operations and warfare. He is a firm advocate for integrating emerging technologies to enhance national defense capabilities and maritime security posture. Recognizing that technological advancement alone is not sufficient, Bagus champions a holistic approach—emphasizing the importance of aligning innovation with the development of human capital and institutional adaptability. For him, the future of defense lies in harmonizing cutting-edge technology with empowered personnel and agile organizations.