Jonathan Wertz is a senior leader with over 20 years of experience in national security, foreign policy, and global operations. A retired U.S. Army officer, he served as an intelligence officer and Foreign Area Officer, leading complex organizations and advising senior civilian and military leaders in high-stakes environments around the world.

Throughout his career, Jonathan operated at the intersection of intelligence, policy, and operations, where he was responsible for guiding strategy, managing risk, and delivering results in uncertain and rapidly evolving conditions. He led large, multidisciplinary teams and coordinated efforts across the Department of Defense, with a focus on strategic competition, arms control, and global security challenges. Jonathan brings deep regional expertise in the Indo-Pacific, including China, Taiwan, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia. His assignments included key roles working for Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Defense Intelligence Agency, and the American Institute in Taiwan, where he supported defense policy, intelligence integration, and international security cooperation. He is conversational in Mandarin and is known for his disciplined leadership, sound judgment, and ability to translate complex challenges into clear, actionable plans.

Jonathan holds a Master of Arts in Security Studies from Georgetown University, a Master of Business Administration from Webster University, and a Bachelor of Science from the United States Military Academy at West Point.

A longtime Northern Virginia resident, Jonathan lives with his wife and two children and is committed to service and community engagement. He volunteers as a youth sports coach and educator and has been active in local civic and faith-based organizations including the Knights of Columbus.

An avid runner and outdoors enthusiast, he enjoys hiking, camping, and exploring Fairfax County parks with family and friends. Jonathan is honored to support the mission of the Fairfax County Park Foundation and to help ensure that the county’s parks remain accessible, vibrant, and enduring resources for the community.