Jeff L. Greer

As a professor of practice, I bring practical experience into the classroom. This experience was developed during my career as a VP of Operations in a NASDAQ tech company offering mobile broadband services to ships at sea around the world. Like my mentors who helped me, today I am giving back by helping to develop next generation cybersecurity leaders.

Education

M.S. in Cybersecurity Technology, University of Maryland Global Campus, Adelphi MD
Certificate, in Service Experience Management, Arizona State University, Phoenix AZ
Certificate, in Communications Systems Engineering, University of California, Irvine, CA
Certificate, Quality Management, Worcester Polytechnic University, Wooster, MA
Certificate, in Manufacturing Engineering, Tufts University, Medford MA.
Certificate, in Client Server Technology, Clark University, Worcester, MA
M.A. in Technology Strategy and Policy, Boston University, Boston MA
Certificate, Special Studies in Administration and Management, Harvard University, Boston, MA
B.A. in Business Administration, Grove City College, Grove City PA

Specialization in Teaching

Classes that I teach include: 1) Fundamentals of Cybersecurity, 2) Network Security, 3) Supply Chain Cybersecurity, 4) Cyber Risk Management, 5) Maritime Cybersecurity, and 6) Cyber Law and Cases. Cybersecurity is often thought of in technical terms. Yes, this is important but, in my classes, I also teach four key human performance factors that enable next generation cybersecurity leaders to win when going head-to-head with motivated threat actors. They are 1) digital transformation management skills for enterprise mission achievement, 2) system-of-systems and critical thinking skills needed for managing the structure, operation, and control of a modern digital enterprise, 3) research skills for developing situational awareness and knowledge needed to dynamically manage cyber risks over time, and 4) oral, written, and graphical communications skills needed for working vertically and horizontally within a team environment.

Research Interests

Currently I am pursuing applied R&D studies in two areas of interest. First is the application of model-based systems engineering practices for the resolution of enterprise level cybersecurity problems for critical infrastructure operators. Second is the advancement of new means for cybersecurity workforce and capability development in the maritime transportation system sector.

Professional Service

Member FBI InfraGard Program
USCG Sector 5 Area Maritime Security Council

Honors & Awards

UNCW Discere Aude Award for outstanding student mentorship
Professional Certifications, CPM, CPIM, and ITIL