Jeh C. Johnson, 67

Secretary Johnson is a distinguished lawyer and former partner at Paul, Weiss, with an exceptional track record of leading large and complex institutions. His career reflects a demonstrated ability to implement management practices at the highest levels of private practice and government. As U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, he oversaw the third largest cabinet department of the U.S. government.

As General Counsel of both the Department of Defense and Air Force, he developed extensive experience navigating complex regulatory environments, managing risk, and building strong relationships with policymakers. These skills enhance the Board’s ability to oversee MetLife’s highly regulated operations.

Secretary Johnson has testified before Congress on cybersecurity numerous times since leaving government service. His deep expertise in this area reflects direct experience with the oversight and assessment of technology’s impact on organizations, including with respect to privacy, cybersecurity, and data management, and provides valuable insight to the Board as it oversees the Company’s information security program.

In addition, his tenure on other publicly traded company boards has deepened his command of governance frameworks, enabling him to contribute to the Board’s oversight effectiveness.

Director Core Competencies

• CEO or Similar Executive Leadership
• Corporate Governance / Public Company Board
• Regulatory / Government
• Technology

MetLife Board Committees

• Audit
• Executive
• Governance and Corporate Responsibility (Chair)

Professional Highlights

• Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP, a multinational law firm
  • Partner and Co-Head of the Cybersecurity & Data Protection Practice Group (2017-‍2025)
  • Partner (prior to and between periods of government service 1994‍-‍2025)
• U.S. Goverment
  • Secretary, Department of Homeland Security (2013-2017)
  • General Counsel, U.S. Department of Defense (2009-2012)
  • General Counsel, U.S. Department of the Air Force (1998-2001)
  • Assistant U.S. Attorney, U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York (1989-1991)

Other U.S. Listed Public Company Directorships Within the Past Five Years

• Lockheed Martin Corporation (2018-2024)
• U.S. Steel Corporation (2020-2025)

Education

• B.A., Morehouse College
• J.D., Columbia Law School