David Kirichenko is a journalist and analyst specializing in autonomous systems, cyber warfare, irregular warfare, military strategy, and robotic systems. He has reported extensively from the frontlines of the Russia–Ukraine war, with his coverage recognized internationally and cited by outlets including CNN, The Telegraph, and The Economist. He serves as an Associate Research Fellow at the Henry Jackson Society, where he publishes research and has presented findings at the British House of Commons. His analyses appear regularly in the Atlantic Council, CEPA, and the Lowy Institute, and he has authored reports for the U.S. Army War College, U.S. Naval Institute, Modern Warfare Institute, and the Irregular Warfare Center. He has also briefed U.S. policymakers and congressional staff on the evolution of drone warfare in Ukraine.