Minnie M. Kenny

Minnie M. Kenny
Born
Minnie McNeal

1929
DiedAugust 17, 2005
NationalityAmerican

Minnie M. Kenny (1929–August 17, 2005) was a cryptanalyst, educator and equal opportunity activist who worked at the National Security Agency (NSA). She served as deputy commandant at the National Cryptologic School and was responsible for creating scholarships for NSA employees. The recipient of numerous awards, including the Meritorious and the Exceptional Civilian Service Awards, the presidential Meritorious Executive Award and Distinguished Service Award of the CIA, Kenny was inducted into the Cryptologic Hall of Honor in 2009.