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Cybersecurity Expert Witnesses

The SEAK Expert Witness Directory contains a comprehensive list of cybersecurity expert witnesses who testify, consult and provide litigation support on cybersecurity and related issues. Cybersecurity expert witnesses and consultants on this page may form expert opinions, draft expert witness reports, and provide expert witness testimony at deposition and trial. The issues and subjects these cybersecurity expert witnesses testify regarding may include: Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics, Computer Forensics, Data Breach, Data Recovery, E Discovery, Incident Response, Information Security, Ransomware, Data Privacy, Meta Data, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Security, Computers, and Hacking.

Jonathan Hochman, PhD

Cybersecurity
Malicious Online Activity
Experienced Testifying Expert

John Horst, CISSP, ISSAP

Cybersecurity Expert
29 Years Experience. Active
TOP SECRET Clearance

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Eric Cole, DPS

Cybersecurity, Networking, Computer, and IT Expert

Secure Anchor Consulting

Cybersecurity, Computers - Data Breach, Operating Systems, Computer Security, Cyber Breach, Intellectual Property, Loss Prevention, Network Security, Security Management, Security Negligence, Trade Secrets, Security Standards, Data Privacy, Cloud Security, Patents, Apportionment, Infringement, Damages, Meta Data, Patent Validity, Industry Standards

Dr. Eric Cole is a computer and cybersecurity expert who has built a solid reputation in the information technology industry over the last three decades. His educational experience includes a master’s degree in computer science from the New York Institute of Technology, and a doctorate in Professional Studies from Pace University. Dr. Cole’s expert involvement in the cybersecurity industry is demonstrated by being appointed as the commissioner on cybersecurity for the 44th president, holding a position as a senior fellow at SANS, and being elected to the Purdue University Executive Advisory Board. His extensive real-world experience includes being the former Chief Technology Officer for McAfee, former Chief Scientist at Lockheed Martin, and former Program Manager at the Central Intelligence Agency. Currently, he is the CEO and Founder of Secure Anchor Consulting. His consulting clients include Fortune 500 companies, Fortune 50 companies, international organizations, and the feder...

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Frederick Haggerty

Digital Forensics & Cybersecurity Expert

Datigent, LLC

Cybersecurity, Computers - Computer Forensics, Digital Forensics, Email Investigations, Business Email Compromise (BEC), Compromise Assessment, Cyber Breach, Security Standards, Cybersecurity, Malware Analysis, Memory Forensics, Information Security, Meta Data, Data Recovery, Mobile Forensics, Computer Investigations

Frederick Haggerty is an experienced expert witness who has built a solid reputation in the Information Technology (IT) industry over the last twenty-eight years. As a skilled Cybersecurity professional, he offers a wealth of knowledge and experience in performing digital forensic examinations, email investigations, and malware analysis in response to network intrusions. Mr. Haggerty has been trained and educated extensively in digital forensics, malware and reverse engineering, incident response, data recovery, compliance, risk management, and data privacy. With a background in software development, he has developed mission-critical systems that have granted him the technical knowledge and insight needed to perform thorough examinations of computer information systems, personal computers, servers, and other digital media. His graduate studies at Albany Law School have expanded his breadth of knowledge with an understanding of current laws and practices that impact privacy rights a...

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Ira Victor, G2700, GCFA, GPCI, GSEC-Gold, CGEIT, GRISC

Data Security, Digital Forensics and e-Discovery

Arizona

Computers, Digital Forensics - Computer Forensics, Smartphone Forensics, eDiscovery Reference Model (EDRM), Cybersecurity, Meta Data, Video Forensics, Data Recovery, Hacking, Information Security, Vehicle Electronics, Email, Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Electronic Health Records (EHR), Center for Internet Security CIS, Cybersecurity, Privacy, eDiscovery

I work with attorneys to interpret digital evidence, and tell a powerful story. My technical expertise saves time and money: pre-discovery communications, forensically-sound data preservation, and reports that pack a punch. Expert analysis for electronic medical records, business espionage, employee misconduct, vehicle computer systems, video surveillance, cybercrime, divorce, probate and more (ask about your case -- initial consultation is free). I have more than two decades in the field. Court appearances in multiple states. A live person always answers the phone. My most frequent practical contributions in litigation consulting are as follows: • Distinguishing useful ESI from non probative data • Overcoming adverse party’s resistance to producing ESI • Producing ESI with confidence it will be admissible • Delivering concise written reports that clarify rather than confuse • Incorporating digital evidence into the legal strategy • Advising methods that ...

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Marc Chasin, MD

Physician Expert in Healthcare IT, EMR & ESI

Yuma, Arizona

Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence - Healthcare Technology, AI enabled clinical systems, Clinical Workflow, Cybersecurity, Interoperability, Clinical Informatics, IT Standards of Care, Protocol Adherence, Technology Infrastructure, High Reliability, EMR, Epic, IT Governance, HIPAA Regulatory Compliance, Data Integrity, EHR, Cerner, Decision Support, Audit Trail

Dr. Marc Chasin is a physician and healthcare technology executive with more than two decades of experience advising and leading healthcare organizations through complex technology, regulatory, and operational challenges. He currently serves as a Chief Digital & Information Officer. He has led both large multi-hospital health systems and small rural hospitals in implementing and governing enterprise healthcare technology, including electronic health record (EHR) systems, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, cybersecurity programs, and data governance initiatives. In this executive role, the Chief Medical Information Officer (CMIO), Chief Nursing Information Officer (CNIO, Chief Technology Officer (CTO), and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) report directly to Dr. Chasin, reflecting his comprehensive oversight of clinical, technical, and security operations. His expertise includes assessing AI-enabled clinical systems and protocol adherence, as well as analyzing HIPAA...

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Scott Greene

Digital Evidence Expert

Evidence Solutions, Inc.

Tucson, Arizona

Technology, Telecommunications - Call Detail Records, Text Message retrieval, app data, GPS, Triangulation, Digital Forensics, ELDs, Black Box Data, Electronic Medical Records, electronic evidence, Cybersecurity, Document Authentication, data retrieval, meta data, Audio/video/imagery analysis, computers, eDiscovery, data fabrication

For over 42 years, Scott Greene has been helping judges, attorneys, and organizations understand data. He collects, analyzes, and explains complex electronic and digital evidence in legal matters. His extensive and diverse experience allows him to be an expert in many facets of digital technology, including Cell Phone Forensics, Black Boxes / Event Data Recorders (EDRs), Triangulation, Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs), Computers, Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Forensics eDiscovery, Mobile Device Passcode Breaking, and much more. Scott founded Evidence Solutions, Inc., a premier forensics and expert witness firm, and Great Scott Enterprises, Inc., which provided superior computer consulting services. Today, Scott is an Affiliated Professional Member of the American Bar Association and heads the Digital Forensics Division of Evidence Solutions, Inc., working as an Expert Witness and Digital Forensics professional. He has served as an Expert Witness and Special Master in both Feder...

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Alex AKulikov, Certified Financial Crimes Investigator, MS, CFCI, CFCS, DACS, GAAP, PMP

Forensic Expert and Financial Crimes Investigator

Expert CA

Dublin, San Francisco, Sacramento, Los Angeles, California

Fraud, Financial - Financial crimes investigations, Liability claims, Money laundering, Negligence, Forensic accounting, White-collar crime, Fiduciary duty, Breach of contract, Disputes, Cybersecurity, Misappropriation of funds, Bribery & Corruption, Crypto & Blockchain, Standard of care, Fraud, Scams, Embezzlement, Tax evasion, Alter Ego analysis, RICO

Mr. Alex Kulikov, M.S. (Master of Science), CFCI (Certified Financial Crimes Investigator), CFCS (Certified Financial Crimes Specialist), DACS (Digital Assets Compliance Specialist), GAAP (General Accounting), PMP (Project Management Professional). * Specializing in forensic examination, white-collar crime, contract and partnership disputes, following the money trail, alter ego analysis, crypto and digital assets compliance, fraud and other financial crime investigations, white collar criminal defense, as well as in general financial analysis in complex litigation, civil and criminal defense matters. * Forensic Expert Witness Association (FEWA) Vice President and Executive Board Member. * With nearly 30 years of expertise in risk management, compliance, financial crimes prevention consulting and a robust background in finance. * Demonstrating proficiency through serving as a consulting expert in financial, real estate, fintech, construction, health, technology, gaming and oth...

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Randy A Winters

Expert - AI, Digital Forensics, Privacy, BIPA, IPR

MatrixHCI, LLC

California

Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering - AI Expert, ChatGPT, Biometric Privacy, BIPA, Facial Recognition, Speech Recognition, Cybersecurity, Mobile Forensics, Digital Forensics, Source Code Review, ESI Protocols, Patent Infringement, IPR, PTAB, Blockchain, Social Media Forensics, Trade Secret, Digital Evidence, Software Expert, Digital Forensics

Mr. Winters is a nationally recognized expert witness in AI, software, cybersecurity, biometric privacy, cryptocurrency and forensic data extraction. He offers a rare dual-role capability: both as a testifying expert and as a forensic consultant using court-admissible tools to extract and analyze digital evidence from over 31,000 devices. This integrated approach can reduce litigation costs and streamline case strategy, especially in technology-heavy matters. With over 30 years of experience, Mr. Winters has been retained in complex cases involving software architecture, AI, source code analysis, social media forensics, patent infringement, IPR, and Illinois' Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA). He holds patents in artificial intelligence and is a pioneer in speech and facial recognition systems, having built early voice-based AI systems adopted by Microsoft, Apple, Boeing, Honeywell and the U.S. Air Force Research Lab. He has successfully testified and been deposed in federal...

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Joseph Greenfield, PhD

Digital Forensics Expert and USC Professor

Maryman & Associates

Los Angeles, California

Computers, Information Technology - Digital Forensics, Computer Forensics, Electronic Evidence, Electronic Discovery, eDiscovery, Email Analysis, Mobile, Computers, Cybersecurity, Cyber Breach Investigations, Cyber Investigations, Incident Response, DFIR

Dr. Joseph Greenfield is the Vice President and Chief Forensic Examiner at Maryman & Associates and an award-winning educator. He is a renowned computer forensics expert with over 15 years of investigative experience, including cyber breach investigations, employee misconduct, and email recovery and analysis. He has worked over 1000 cases and analyzed over 2000 pieces of digital evidence. His is known for deep forensic analysis while being able to explain technical details to non-technical decision-makers. He has provided expert witness testimony in state, federal, and international legal matters. Dr. Greenfield is also an Associate Professor of Information Technology Practice at the Viterbi School of Engineering at the University of Southern California, where he authored the undergraduate programs in both cybersecurity and digital forensics. In 2014, the Ponemon Institute ranked USC as 6th in the nation for “Best Schools for Cybersecurity” and the highest ranked on the West Coas...

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Jason T Ghetian, CISSP, GISP, GCFE, GCIH, GISF, DeXT, CART

Cryptocurrency - Former FBI Special Agent (Cyber)

Crypto Experts LLC

Aliso Viejo, California

Cryptocurrency, Cybersecurity - Asset Searches, Fraud Investigations, Pig Butchering, High-Tech Fraud, Digital Forensics, Cyber Investigations, Cryptocurrency Valuation, Hacking, Cybercrime, Call Centers, Cell Phones, Divorce, Family Law, Industry Standards, EB-5

Over my 20-year career as an FBI Special Agent, I specialized in investigating complex cyber-enabled financial crimes, including cryptocurrency investment fraud, exchange compromises, SIM swapping, phishing, and account takeovers. My work extended into advanced cryptocurrency tracing, digital forensics, email and VOIP analysis, and international coordination with foreign law enforcement. I founded the FBI’s Orange County Cyber Task Force, bringing together federal, state, and local investigators to combat sophisticated cybercrime, and the investigative techniques I developed were disseminated across all 52 FBI Field Offices. From 2021 through my retirement in December 2023, I led U.S. government investigations into large-scale cryptocurrency fraud operations, including “pig butchering” schemes—now recognized as one of the most significant global crypto fraud threats. This work resulted in a nomination for the Attorney General’s Award from the Department of Justice’s National Crypto...

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Siobhan M MacDermott

Child Safety - Former Global intel & Public Policy

TeenAegis

Redwood City, California

Technology - Platform, Discord, Roblox, Snap, Meta, Social Media Harm, Video Games, Algorithmic Harm, Platform Danger Assessment, Technology & Product Liability, Threat Assessment Intelligence Methodology (TAIM), Adolescent Online Safety & Digital Risk, MDL 3047 / Social Media Addiction Litigation, Cybersecurity, Sextortion

Siobhan MacDermott is the founder of TeenAegis, a digital harm intelligence organization that provides expert witness services, litigation support, and platform danger analysis in social media harm cases. She developed the Threat Assessment Intelligence Methodology (TAIM), a proprietary platform danger scoring system that produces Daubert-ready expert analysis of how social media platforms engineer harm in minors. The TAIM Platform Danger Index currently scores eight major platforms — including Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, Discord, Roblox, YouTube, Facebook, and X/Twitter — using a structured methodology grounded in behavioral science, platform architecture analysis, and documented internal research from discovery in MDL 3047 and related state court actions. MacDermott brings three decades of experience in global risk, cybersecurity, and threat intelligence, with a career spanning corporate intelligence, geopolitical risk analysis, and digital security across North America, Europe,...

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David K Steel

Insurance, Banking, Capital Markets

The Oakleaf Group LLC

Los Angeles, California

Financial, Securities & Investments - Mortgage lending, Securities ratings, Cybersecurity, Securitization, Mortgage banking, Structured finance, Commercial RE leasing, Life and annuity insurance, Financial Risk Mgmt, Mortgage & asset-backed securities, Mortgage underwriting, Reinsurance, Financial guaranty, Damages, Mortgage origination, Litigation, Data Privacy, Breach

David Steel Managing Director, Risk Management & Litigation Support Advisory, The Oakleaf Group LLC David K. Steel serves as Managing Director of Risk Management and Litigation Support Advisory for Oakleaf. In his role, David is responsible for building the firm’s Financial Services Risk Management Practice and further expanding Oakleaf’s successful litigation support advisory business. David is an experienced leader in the financial services industry, with expertise in credit risk underwriting, enterprise risk management, portfolio management, capital markets, business strategy, restructurings, and arbitrations. Before joining Oakleaf, David successfully de-risked an $8.3 billion portfolio of reinsurance credits as a consultant for American Overseas Re. He also served as Chief Risk Officer of a life and annuity reinsurance venture for one of the largest US banks, creating an ERM framework, underwriting guidelines, and corporate governance policies and procedures. David was p...

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Ryan McKamie, CISSP

Cybersecurity Expert Witness and Consultant

Certus Cybersecurity Solutions LLC

Redwood City, California

Cybersecurity, Intellectual Property - Cybersecurity, Information Security, Trade Secret, Intellectual Property, Cybersecurity Standards, Cybersecurity Controls, Software Security, Application Security, Cloud Security, Data Breach, Computers, Artificial Intelligence, AI, Incident Response

Ryan McKamie is CEO of Certus Cybersecurity, a provider of cybersecurity services. Ryan has extensive experience as a testifying expert in federal trade secret litigation and has been retained by multiple Am Law 100 firms. Ryan can assist attorneys in the following areas: Intellectual Property (IP) and Trade Secret Misappropriation – Cybersecurity analysis, consulting and expert testimony in intellectual property litigation related to misappropriation of alleged trade secrets, including analysis and opinion of cybersecurity reasonable measures for alleged trade secrets. Cyber-Related Insurance and Contract Disputes – Analysis, consulting and expert testimony in cybersecurity-related insurance and contractual litigation, including analysis and opinion on whether specific security standards were maintained. Cybersecurity Consulting and Expert Testimony – Analysis, consulting and expert testimony in business litigation concerning data privacy, forensics and cybersecurity issues. Pr...

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Sam Malek, PhD

Software Expert Witness, UC Faculty, 100+ IP Cases

Cyberonix

Irvine, California

Software Engineering, Internet - Computer Science, Software Development, Mobile Software, Android, Computers, Internet, Web, Distributed Systems, Software Architecture, Operating System, Database, Cloud Computing, Software Security, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Information Technology, Internet of Things, Embedded Systems, Cybersecurity

Highlights - Professor of Software Engineering, University of California, Irvine - 25+ years of experience in academia and industry - 100+ prior engagements in software-related litigation matters - 80+ prior testimonies in trials and depositions - Renowned author of 150+ peer-reviewed publications Formal Education - PhD, Computer Science, University of Southern California, 2007 - MS, Computer Science, University of Southern California, 2004 - BS, Information and Computer Science, University of California, Irvine, 2000 Academic Experience Sam Malek is a Software Engineering Professor at UC Irvine’s School of Information and Computer Sciences, where he directs the Institute for Software Research and Software Engineering and Analysis Laboratory. His research spans software design and architecture, distributed and embedded systems, mobile computing, web technologies, and software security. With 140+ peer-reviewed publications cited over 12,000 times (Google Scholar), Prof. Malek...

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Jonathan E Hochman, PhD

Internet Marketing and Cybersecurity Expert

Hochman Consultants

New London, Connecticut

Internet, Cybersecurity - E-commerce, Ecommerce, SEO, Search Engine Optimization, PPC, Pay Per Click Advertising, Internet Marketing, Web Development, Mobile Apps, Google Analytics, Google Ads, Digital Forensics, Internet Security, Privacy, Wiretapping, Patent, Trademark, Reputation Management, Online Defamation

Jonathan Hochman, PhD serves as consulting and testifying expert for cases related to Internet marketing, e-commerce, website development, digital forensics, search engine optimization (SEO), pay-per-click (PPC) advertising, privacy, securities fraud in the technology industry, and disputes related to technology startups. Since 2007 he has provided expert witness services to plaintiffs and defendants alike for disputes involving trademarks, patents, trade secrets, copyrights, contracts, defamation and online reputation, unfair competition, conspiracy and fraud. Dr. Hochman has testified in 24 trials and 69 depositions. He has served as an expert in hundreds of cases. His clients have been located in the United States, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, Israel, Ukraine, and Romania. A Yale University graduate with four degrees in computer science, Dr. Hochman has worked as a sales, marketing and technology consultant for 35 years. After managing several prior businesses, he ...

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Michael Nelson

Digital Forensics | eDiscovery | Incident Response

CYBIR

Lewes, Delaware

Digital Forensics, Cybersecurity - Computer Forensics, Ransomware, Hacking, Metadata Analysis, Mobile Forensics, Cloud Forensics, Phishing, Everlaw, Incident Response, eDiscovery, Spoofing, Cellebrite, Business Email Compromise, Data Recovery, Data Preservation, EnCase, cyber, breach, Malware, Threat Actor Negotiations

Founder of DFDR Consulting LLC, now doing business as, CYBIR. Over the course of eighteen years, Nelson has consulted on, examined and testified to digital evidence related to personal, corporate, criminal, civil and domestic cases, along with data breaches. Acknowledged in “EnCE The Official EnCase Certified Examiner Study Guide” (Second and Third Editions) and “Mastering Windows Network Forensics and Investigation” (Second Edition), Nelson has also been published in eForensics Magazine for SQL investigation techniques. As a speaker, in addition to industry conferences and events, Nelson serves on the faculty of National Business Institute for CLEs and was a past Adjunct Professor of Digital Forensics. Industry credentials include: AccessData Certified Examiner (ACE), AccessData Mobile Examiner (AME), Certified Computer Examiner (CCE), Cellebrite Certified Mobile Examiner (CCME), Certified Data Recovery Professional (CDRP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Forensic Compute...

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Christopher J Hadnagy

Expert in Social Engineering & Child Exploitation

Social-Engineer, LLC

Orlando, Florida

Cybersecurity, Fraud - hacking, social engineering, scams, romance scams, sexplotation, phishing, vishing, body language , facial expressions, smishing, impersonation, csam, child porn, trafficking

Christopher Hadnagy is a globally recognized expert in social engineering, human behavior, and cybersecurity, with over two decades of experience working alongside law enforcement, government, and military agencies around the world. As the founder and CEO of Social-Engineer, LLC, Chris has developed pioneering methodologies in human-based attack vectors, insider threat detection, nonverbal communication analysis, and psychological manipulation—especially as they relate to cybercrime and crimes against children. Chris has served as an expert witness in high-stakes criminal and civil cases, offering testimony and analysis in matters involving phishing, cyber-enabled fraud, insider threats, nonverbal deception detection, and the exploitation of minors. His behavioral insights are frequently used to decode grooming tactics, psychological coercion, and deception patterns in both digital and real-world environments. He has spoken at the Pentagon on the topic of social engineering and ha...

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Hal B. Lobree

Business Systems Implementation & Use Expert

The Lobree Corporation

Miami, Florida

Information Technology, Management - Business Operations, Procurement / Purchasing, ERP, Internal Controls, Software Engineering, Transportation, Custom Software Development, Database Management, Supply Chain, Telecommunications, Systems Integration, Environmental Monitoring, Accounting, Cybersecurity, Physical & Logical Security

H. Baird Lobree is a senior executive management and technology Consultant with over thirty-five years of professional experience. Create & execute business growth strategy, select & integrate information technology, implement management reporting, analytics, internal & environmental controls. Proven ability to assess multi-national business needs, design business models, develop operational action plans, achieve board & executive management consensus, execute on strategic solutions, technology infrastructure in numerous industries. Known for troubled company leadership, project and information technology turnarounds. Expert witness for complex business, systems, cybersecurity & environmental technology matters. Professional speaker and facilitator; able to work within international organizations to examine issues, create strategy, identify problems, implement solutions & achieve results. Baird has extensive industry experience & knowledge of financial services, air, sea & la...

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Bryan Barnhart

Digital Forensics Expert - Former Law Enforcement

Infiltration Labs

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Digital Forensics, Cybersecurity - Incident Response, Mobile device forensics, Cloud forensics, Ransomware investigations, Insider threat & data exfiltration, Email compromise investigations

Digital Forensics Examiner & Expert Witness (Computer & Mobile) with 20+ years’ experience and prior law-enforcement service, including work with the U.S. Secret Service Cyber Task Force. I help counsel in civil and criminal matters preserve, collect, analyze, and explain digital evidence from computers, mobile devices, and cloud sources, using defensible, repeatable methods aligned to chain-of-custody and Daubert/Frye standards. Litigation specialties: iPhone/Android extractions (texts, iMessage, WhatsApp, photos, location, app usage), Windows/macOS analysis (deleted files, timelines, browser/USB artifacts), email and cloud (M365, Google Workspace, iCloud/Drive/OneDrive/Dropbox), metadata/authentication (hashing, EXIF, document properties), timeline reconstruction, spoliation and deletion analysis, rebuttal reports, and testimony. How I support attorneys: tailored ESI collection plans and protocols, neutral/party examinations, clear court-ready reports, deposition and trial testi...

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Randy A Winters

Expert - AI, Digital Forensics, Privacy, BIPA, IPR

MatrixHCI, LLC

Illinois

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Bruce Schneier

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Cybersecurity, Information Technology - Cryptography, internet security, denial-of-service attacks, ransomware, internet-of-things security, privacy, surveillance, supply chain security, 5G security, blockchain, cryptocurrencies, artificial intelligence, LLMs, adversarial machine learning, election security, spyware, stalkerware

Bruce Schneier is an internationally renowned security technologist, called a “security guru” by the Economist. He is the New York Times best-selling author of 14 books -- including "A Hacker's Mind" -- as well as hundreds of articles, essays, and academic papers. His influential newsletter "Crypto-Gram" and blog "Schneier on Security" are read by over 250,000 people. Schneier is a Lecturer in Public Policy at the Harvard Kennedy School, a fellow at the Berkman-Klein Center for Internet and Society at Harvard University, a board member of the Electronic Frontier Foundation and AccessNow, and an advisory board member of EPIC and VerifiedVoting.org. He is the Chief of Security Architecture at Inrupt, Inc.

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Satish Narayanasamy

Computer Sci. and Eng. Expert - U Michigan faculty

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Computers, Cybersecurity - Computer Architecture;, Hardware-Software Co-Design, GPUs and Accelerators, Operating Systems, Program Analysis, Parallel Programming, Memory Systems, Hardware security, Trustworthy computing, Forensics, Performance Analysis, Genomics, ASIC Accelerators, Patent analysis, Infringement

I am a Professor of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Michigan with expertise in computer architecture, hardware-software co-design, trustworthy computing, hardware security, parallel systems, compilers, GPUs, accelerators, memory systems, and genomics computing. My current work focuses on hardware-rooted security for agentic AI, parallel systems for genome sequencing, and generative AI techniques for producing efficient parallel code for modern accelerators. My research has been recognized with an NSF CAREER Award, best paper awards at ASPLOS and ISPASS, four IEEE MICRO Top Picks awards, and induction into the ISCA, ASPLOS, and PLDI Halls of Fame. My work has also had practical industry impact: my record-and-replay research helped shape tools such as Microsoft WinDbg’s iDNA and Intel PinPlay, which have been used for debugging, architectural simulation, and software development. I am an inventor on multiple issued U.S. patents, including U.S. Patent Nos. 8,561,...

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Jeff M Martin

Digital Forensics Expert

Evidence Solutions, Inc.

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Digital Forensics, Cybersecurity - Cell Phone Forensics, Call Detail Records, EMR/EHR Forensics, Cell Tower Triangulation, GPS Triangulation, Computer Forensics, Technology, Data Communications, Data Retrieval & Analysis, Digital Media, Email, GPS Systems, iCloud Data, Telecommunication, Internet, Software, Malware Analyst, Incident Response

Jeff Martin is a Digital Forensics Expert specializing in Cell Phone Forensics, Black Box/EDR Forensics, Cybersecurity, EMR/EHR Forensics, Audio/Video/Imagery Forensics and more. Jeff has conducted hundreds of digital forensics investigations on cases involving the acquisition, preservation, and analysis of data in legal disputes in both state and federal courts. Jeff is a certified digital forensics examiner with over 15 years of experience. He initially made a mark as a small business IT consultant, lauded for his knack for simplifying technical information to non-technical audiences. Following a successful decade as the Director of Information Technology & Security in the Financial Industry, he earned the Certified Credit Union Executive (CCUE) certification after attending the Credit Union National Association’s (CUNA) Management School. Jeff then applied his passion for technology to solving crimes as a Digital Forensics Analyst for the Michigan State Police. Today, Jeff is...

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Stacy R Eldridge, CFCE, ICMDE, GCFE, MCFE, GSEC, GCCC, LPD

iPhone, Android & Computer Forensics. Former FBI.

Silicon Prairie Cyber Services

Lincoln, Nebraska

Digital Forensics, Computers - Computer Forensics, Digital Forensics, Mobile Forensics, Cell Phone, iPhone, Android, Email, Meta Data, Data Recovery, Deleted Files, Video Analysis, Image Analysis, RAM, Data Loss Prevention, Insider Threat, Cybersecurity, Cybercrime, FBI, Forensic Analysis, Computer Investigation

Stacy Eldridge is a former Senior Forensic Examiner with the FBI, and began her security career over 20 years ago in the FBI. Today, she is a leading force behind Silicon Prairie Cyber Services, bringing two decades of digital forensics and cybersecurity expertise to the company. Stacy's services include iPhone forensics, Android Forensics, digital forensics, litigation support, expert witness testimony, cybersecurity consulting and teaching . As a respected educator, she is an adjunct professor teaching digital forensics and cybersecurity classes for OSU and Bellevue University, and she also coaches IACIS. Stacy's passion goes beyond just finding evidence - it's about understanding it and helping others comprehend its significance. With a keen eye for the truth, Stacy's unwavering dedication to her craft makes her a trusted authority in digital forensics and cybersecurity. Whether it's a complete digital forensics examination, a second opinion, or a report review, Stacy offers a n...

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Ira Victor, G2700, GCFA, GPCI, GSEC-Gold, CGEIT, GRISC

Data Security, Digital Forensics and e-Discovery

Las Vegas and Reno, Nevada

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Davin Darnt

Cybersecurity Witness – Risk, Breach, IT Failures

Union City, New Jersey

Cybersecurity, Information Technology - Technology Disputes, Data Breach, Computer Forensics, Hacking Investigations, Internet Fraud, Data Privacy, Information Security, Intellectual Property Theft, Cybercrime, Malware, Ransomware, Email Fraud, Social Engineering, Network Security, Cloud Security, IT Compliance, Ethical Hacking, Cyber Risk, Computer Systems, Firewalls

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Antonio Rega

Tech Forensics, Cybersecurity, eDiscovery Expert

Hillsdale, New Jersey

Digital Forensics, Cybersecurity - eDiscovery, Remediation, Spoliation, Compromise, Chain of Custody, Standard of Care, Digital Assets, Crypto, IP Theft, Trade Secrets, Misappropriation, Metadata, Exfiltration, BEC, Business Email Compromise, Malware, Digital Forensics, Breach, FINRA, Governance

Antonio Rega has over 22 years of experience providing expert consulting, advisory, and subject matter expertise to global corporations and law firms in digital forensics, information security/privacy, emerging technology, cryptocurrency investigations and discovery. He leads complex investigations, leveraging his expertise in proactive and reactive discovery and analysis, and conducts in-depth examinations and remediation of electronically stored information (ESI) across various repositories, including cloud, local devices, web, and mobile. His advisory services span the entire investigation and litigation lifecycle, including proactive compliance and regulatory assessments, responses to government subpoenas & orders issued by regulatory agencies. When called upon to do so, Antonio has provided expert testimony and reporting within his areas of expertise. He specializes in helping clients navigate the complexities of investigations and litigation. Antonio has presented written and...

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Robert Gezelter, Ph.D., DFCP

Systems Programmer/Architect-Computer Scientist

Computer Litigation Services

Flushing, New York

Computers, Internet - cybersecurity, digital forensics, information technology, source code review, computer networks, information security, electronic mail, network protocols, algorithms, computer performance, computer algorithms, computer applications, computer architecture, operating systems, network protocols, electronic evidence, computer data

Dr. Gezelter is a computer scientist/systems programmer-architect with broad expertise and experience in computing and Information Technology. His research interests and nearly five decades of consulting focus on a diverse range of computing, including: - Systems architecture - Operating systems, performance - Networks and protocols, e.g., the Internet, TCP/IP, and electronic mail - CPU/device architecture, device interfaces, and mass storage - Cybersecurity, information security, digital forensics, electronic evidence - Computerized data - Software engineering, algorithms, and applications (classic; web; mobile) The IEEE Computer Society named Dr. Gezelter a Distinguished Contributor in 2021. In 2003, the IEEE Computer Society appointed Dr. Gezelter to a three-year term with its Distinguished Visitor speaking program covering North America. In that capacity, he spoke throughout the United States and Canada. He is a Life Senior Member of the Institute of Electrical and Electro...

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Trish McGarvey

Digital Forensics Expert - Mobile/Computer/Cars...

STARS Consulting, LLC

Ray, Ohio

Digital Forensics, Cybersecurity - Digital Forensics, Mobile & Computer Forensics, Cyber Investigation, Vehicle Forensics, Call Detail Records, Data Recovery, GPS, ELD/ECM Downloads, eDiscovery, Cloud Forensics, IoT Forensics, Chip-Off Forensics, UAS Pilot, Drone Forensics/Services, DFIR, Licenced PI, Cybersecurity, Incident Response, DVR Forensics, Cell Phone Forensics

I am an experienced digital forensics professional specializing in the analysis of mobile devices, vehicle forensics, computers, cyber investigations, and digital artifacts to support legal, investigative, and security matters. My work focuses on extracting, validating, and interpreting complex technical evidence in a clear, defensible manner, with experience in data preservation, forensic imaging, timeline reconstruction, and expert reporting. I am committed to accuracy, integrity, and translating technical findings into actionable insights for legal and investigative teams.

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C. Matthew Curtin, CISSP

Interhack Corporation

Columbus, Ohio

Computers, Cybersecurity - Data Breach, Security Incident, Information Security, Computer Science, Encryption

C. Matthew Curtin, CISSP is the Founder and CEO of Interhack Corporation. Curtin is Interhack’s lead computer scientist and cybersecurity expert. Curtin has been engaged in criminal, civil, administrative, and military processes by plaintiffs, defendants, and the courts directly. His opinion has been accepted by federal and state courts throughout the country in hearings, trials, and appeals. Curtin and his team help attorneys and executives understand the meaning and context of data and how they affect business, operations, or a legal case. Curtin’s vast knowledge and experience in the field of computer science and cybersecurity enables him to convey the optimal path forward and offer an opinion within a degree of scientific certainty. Curtin’s experience in the field enables him to train his team to operate in specialized task forces organized to respond to high-stakes situations such as data breaches. Curtin's work centers on the intersection of law and technology. The U.S. Cou...

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Paul Sibenik

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Cryptocurrency, Securities & Investments - blockchain, bitcoin, blockchain forensics, hacks, theft, fraud, pig butchering, embezzlement, ransomware, ethereum, crypto, SIM Swaps, compliance, cybersecurity, cryptocurrency tracking, cryptocurrency tracing, staking, NFTs, ponzi schemes, smart contracts

Paul Sibenik is a blockchain forensics and cryptocurrency tracing expert. He frequently conducts investigations in a range of niches, including cryptocurrency hacks, exploits, vulnerabilities, thefts, fraud, SIM Hijacking, fraud, ransomware, embezzlement, and pig butchering scams. Tracking cryptocurrency such as Bitcoin and Ethereum often plays a critical role in his investigations. Additionally, Paul has been appointed as an expert in many civil disputes, including bankruptcy divorce matters, having worked on more than 100 cases involving cryptocurrency in divorce alone. He has also frequently been asked to open on matters related to Anti-money laundering (AML), compliance, cybersecurity, NFTs, and staking.

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John Horst, CISSP®-ISSAP®

Cybersecurity Expert Witness -

Xanesti Technology Services, LLC

Seymour, Tennessee

Computers, Cybersecurity - Information Technology, IT, HIPAA, Privacy Act, NIST, Network Security, Data Breach, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Operating Systems, Data Privacy, Cloud Security, Malware, Ransomware, Data Recovery, ISO 27001, Cybersecurity Framework, Critical Infrastructure, Forensics, Contingency Planning

John Horst, CISSP®-ISSAP®, is the owner and Chief Technology Officer for Xanesti Technology Services, LLC. Current Information System Security Officer (ISSO) providing security engineering compliance consultation to the U.S. Department of War. Experience with major cybersecurity standards (e.g., National Institute of Standards and Technology, ISSO 27001, CIS). 28 years’ experience in software development, secure software architectures and coding, systems integration and testing, and user support. Experience evaluating emerging Artificial Intelligence technologies and compliance frameworks. Substantial expert witness case history across State (including Family Court) and Federal jurisdictions. Active speaker. Certified Information Security Systems Professional. Top Secret National Security Clearance. Patent-Holder. John has served in various information technology roles in the U.S. Defense Industrial Base for 20 years, including cybersecurity engineering, software development, inst...

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William F Odom

Digital Forensics Expert Former FBI Special Agent

Orbital Data Consulting Group, Inc

Houston, Texas

Digital Forensics, Cybersecurity - International, FBI, CART, Apple, MAC, UNIX, Linux, AS400, Special Agent, Espionage, SEC, SFO, DOJ

William Odom has over 25 years of experience in computer forensics, cybersecurity investigations, electronic discovery, and expert testimony globally. He is a Co-Founder for Orbital Data Consulting, where he leads the global team for Digital Forensic and Incident Response investigations. He began his career in this area as a Special Agent with the FBI where he received training in general investigative techniques, computer intrusion and security matters and national intelligence and counterintelligence matters. He was also certified through the FBI Laboratory as a Certified Computer Forensics Examiner for the FBI’s Computer Analysis Response Team (CART). During his service, he managed the Computer Forensics Lab for the Houston office of the FBI and was involved in nearly all the 200+ federal matters investigated by the FBI, ranging from white-collar crime to terrorism and national security matters. His experience includes cybersecurity breaches and intrusion investigations, electron...

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Randy A Winters

Expert - AI, Digital Forensics, Privacy, BIPA, IPR

MatrixHCI, LLC

Saint George, Utah

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Jonathan Fenner

Healthcare Cybersecurity & Data Breach Expert

Bristol, Vermont

HIPAA, Cybersecurity - Healthcare Data Breach, HIPAA Security, EHR System Failure, Ransomware, Remote Patient Monitoring, Medical Device Security, Healthcare SaaS, SOC 2 Compliance, Penetration Testing, Cloud Security AWS, Insurance Technology, Software Architecture, Data Privacy, IoT Security, AI Healthcare Systems, Technical Due Diligence, Healthcare

Jon Fenner is a technology executive with over 25 years of experience in healthcare systems architecture, cybersecurity, and enterprise software development. He specializes in healthcare data breaches, HIPAA security failures, EHR system integration, and insurance technology disputes. As CTO of Community Wellness, Mr. Fenner led the development of a Remote Patient Monitoring platform serving 100,000+ patients across 12 healthcare networks. He scaled the engineering team from 2 to 38 members, achieved SOC 2 compliance, and implemented EHR integrations with Epic, Meditech, and Cerner using HL7 and FHIR standards. Mr. Fenner served 11 years as Principal Infrastructure Architect at Guidewire Software, providing technical consulting to Fortune 500 insurance carriers including State Farm, Liberty Mutual, and QBE. His work included security analysis, penetration testing, and performance evaluation of customer-facing insurance applications. He holds a Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) crede...

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Frederick Haggerty

Digital Forensics & Cybersecurity Expert

Datigent, LLC

Sterling, Virginia

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Eric Cole, DPS

Cybersecurity, Networking, Computer, and IT Expert

Secure Anchor Consulting

Ashburn, Virginia

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Celeste Chamberlain, DSc

Cybersecurity & AI Policy Expert Witness

Stafford, Virginia

Cybersecurity, Information Technology - Cybersecurity, CMMC, Government Compliance, Algorithmic Discrimination, Expert Witness, Data Breach, System Security Plan (SSP), IT Risk Assessment, Machine Learning, Digital Civil Rights, FISMA, Incident Response, Artificial Intelligence, AI Ethics, Federal IT, NIST 800-53, Vulnerability Management, AI Bias, Automated Decision-Making

Dr. Celeste Chamberlain is an expert in cybersecurity processes and procedures, federal IT policy, and AI governance. She offers expert witness services in litigation involving data breaches, federal compliance failures, AI bias, digital civil rights, and emerging technology risk. With over 20 years of experience in both public and private sector cybersecurity, Dr. Chamberlain brings deep technical knowledge, strong communication skills, and policy-level insight to every case. Dr. Chamberlain holds a doctorate in Emergency Management with a focus on cyber incident response. She currently serves as a professor of AI, cybersecurity, and quantum computing at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. She is also the President of Information Protection Solutions (IPS), a federal IT and cybersecurity firm with a track record of success supporting agencies such as the FBI and FEMA. Her work includes managing system security plans (SSPs), assessing FISMA/NIST 800-53 compliance, implementin...

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