His research focuses on information security, end-user computing, and innovative information technologies. He has authored over 50 manuscripts on various topics in computer security and management information systems. In March 2008 and in February 2012 he coordinated one week computer forensics training programs for law enforcement sponsored by the National Forensics Training Center at Mississippi State University.
His research interests include cyber and physical security, Internet of Things, Internet of Medical Things, blockchain technology, cloud computing, usable security, security recommendation systems, and security metrics. His publications have appeared in several refereed publications in Springer Cluster Computing, IEEE Access, Elsevier IoT Journals among other Journals and presented papers at various IEEE conferences and served as a reviewer in some journals, including IEEE Transaction on Cloud Computing.
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His research interests include information security, E-commerce, and executive decision support systems. His publications have appeared in Journal of Global Information Management, Information Systems Management, Journal of Internet Commerce, Communications of the ACM, Decision Support Systems, Journal of Computer Information Systems, Systems Development Management, among other journals.
Her research interests are in Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality in Education, New Technologies and Innovation, Human Computer Interaction, Big Data and Data Analytics. Dr. Collen advises the St. Cloud State University Women in Cyber Security (WiCyS) student chapter and hosts the Bi-annual Cyber Security Awareness Week events including digital forensics lab tool demonstrations, cyber security awareness game activities, student research and cyber security industry professional leader’s presentations.
His research interests are in information assurance and security. He has taught numerous courses related to security and has published many papers. Herath is a senior member of the IEEE. Together with other faculty members in the Department of Information Systems, Herath initiated and helped develop the St. Cloud State Center for Information Assurance and information assurance graduate program. He has been organizing the annual computer security conference series at St. Cloud State since 2002.
Keller joined the Cybersecurity program in the Fall of 2021, and along with other faculty members retooled the program to reflect and address today’s cybersecurity challenges. Prior to joining SCSU, he was a co-PI for the CyberCorps scholarship program at SCSU. Previously he taught Enterprise Computing for 11 years at Century College, and prior to that he taught Cybersecurity and Networking at Inver Hills Community College for 4 years. He has been in the Information Technology field for over 35 years and has acquired extensive work experience in the data security arena as an Information Technology Auditor at 3M. In addition, he worked as a programmer/analyst, and a systems administrator during his 3M tenure. He served in the U.S. Army as a non-commissioned officer for four years. Currently, he teaches courses in operating systems, system administration, network administration, security fundamentals and laws, OSI layer security, Python programming, and cryptography.
Dr. Akalanka B. Mailewa is an accomplished Associate Professor in Computer Science and Cybersecurity at St. Cloud State University, where he combines his passion for teaching with his expertise in cybersecurity to mentor and educate the next generation of digital defenders. With a robust academic background and an impressive array of industry certifications, Dr. Mailewa brings a wealth of knowledge and practical experience to his role. Dr. Mailewa holds multiple Microsoft certifications, including MCP, MCTS, MCSA, MCITP, MCSE, and MCSE-Security, attesting to his mastery of Microsoft technologies and solutions. Furthermore, he has pursued courses in RHCT and CCNA, demonstrating his commitment to staying abreast of the latest advancements in networking and system administration. As a Palo-Alto Networks Authorized Cybersecurity Academy Instructor, Dr. Mailewa holds esteemed CIC and CPC certifications, solidifying his expertise in cybersecurity education and training. His dedication to enhancing cybersecurity awareness and preparedness extends beyond the classroom, as he equips students with practical skills and knowledge to excel in the dynamic field of cybersecurity. In addition to his instructional role, Dr. Mailewa is a prolific researcher, with numerous publications in well-reputed journals and conferences. His research interests span a wide range of topics within cybersecurity, including network security, cryptography, threat detection, and cyber defense strategies. Through his scholarly contributions, Dr. Mailewa continues to advance the understanding of cybersecurity challenges and develop innovative solutions to address them. Beyond academia, Dr. Mailewa is actively engaged in professional development and community outreach initiatives, leveraging his expertise to empower individuals and organizations to enhance their cybersecurity posture. His dedication to excellence in education, research, and service has earned him recognition as a leader in the field of cybersecurity, inspiring others to pursue excellence and make a positive impact in the digital realm. Dr. Akalanka B. Mailewa's multidimensional expertise, coupled with his unwavering commitment to cybersecurity education and research, positions him as a prominent figure in the field, shaping the future of cybersecurity and safeguarding digital ecosystems for generations to come.
Her research interest includes parallel computation, neural network, and computer security. Her major research and publications are neural computation in Self-Organizing Maps. She published many papers in journals and conference proceedings including IEEE Transactions on Neural Networks. She has been teaching computer security related classes in our programs.
Laxman Puri graduated from the master’s in information assurance (MSIA) program in 2024. He embarked on his MSIA journey at Herberger Business School (HBS), SCSU in the spring of 2023. During his tenure, he served as a Graduate Assistant at the BCRL/Digital Forensics Lab from August 2023 to December 2023. Subsequently, he continued his role as a Graduate Assistant at the Department of Information Systems from January 2024 to May 2024. Puri holds a European bachelor’s degree in computer science and IT from Spoleczna Akademia Nauk (University of Social Sciences), Poland. Prior to pursuing his Master's, he gained experience in the cybersecurity sector, specializing in Payment Card Industry compliance assessment fields. Motivated to obtain an American degree, he made the decision to join the MSIA program. Beyond his academic and professional pursuits, Laxman enjoys table tennis, Netflix movies, exploring music, and learning about the world.
Dr. Changsoo Sohn joined the IS Department in the Fall of 2000. Between 2003 and 2006, he served as associate dean of graduate school of Business Administration at The Catholic University of Korea. His main research interests are business analytics and e-service quality management. His research was published in many journals and conference proceedings. Also, he is a recipient of “Gopal Kanji Prize for Best Article of 2008.”
His interests include computer science, game development, visualization, robotics, software engineering, project management, group collaboration, IT security in manufacturing and robotics, and student engagement.
Rice joined the Department of Information Systems in the Fall of 2016. He was previously an adjunct instructor at St. Cloud State University. He has worked in the healthcare industry in a Fortune 25 company and has published various articles in the field of information systems and IT security.
Dr. Jieyu Wang has a Ph.D. in Human-Centered Computing from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. She had been a visiting research assistant professor in the Belk Business College at the University of North Carolina, Charlotte before she joined St. Cloud State University. Her research areas are human-centered artificial intelligence, human-computer interaction, security, and information systems. Dr. Wang has published her original work in several national and international scientific publications.
He has been involved in computer security for 30 years and has devised and taught numerous courses related to information assurance. Further, he has published numerous articles and undertaken sponsored research projects in the area. Hisresearch emphasis is pedagogical aspects of teaching information assurance and security within a distributed computing environment. Recently he has taught courses in computer security policy, client/server security and security management.
Mooney is the Dr. Norbert Lindskog Chair in Accounting at St. Cloud State University. She teaches courses on fraud and forensic accounting. She is a graduate of the Fraudwise Academy Bootcamp at Texas A&M University, where she earned her Ph.D. In addition to numerous articles, she has authored four books including: "Sound Investing: Uncover Fraud and PRotect Your Portfolio:. She is also active at the national level of several professional organizations including the AICPA, and served as a trustee for a multi-employer health and pensions benefits fund. As a CPA, she was appointed by Gov. Tim Pawlenty to the Minnesota Board of Accountancy, where she served as board chair.
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Olagunju served on the Oxford University Round Table on Balancing the Interests for the Regulation of Cyberspace. His research is focused on formal verifications of security algorithms and protocols. He regularly teaches cryptography, computer network security and open systems interconnection layers security at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
His interests include software engineering, project management, group collaboration, IT security and electronic commerce. He published many research articles on many well-known journals such as Computerworld, Information & Management, Information Systems Management and the Journal of Information Systems Education.