Scott K.
About Scott K.
Scott K. serves as an Associate Faculty of Criminal Justice and has extensive experience in cybersecurity and international relations. He has held various roles, including Vice President of the FBI Dallas Citizens Academy Alumni Association and Nonresident WSD-Handa Fellow at Pacific Forum.
Current Position at Confidential
Scott K. serves as an Associate Faculty of Criminal Justice at Confidential since 2023. In this role, he engages in academic instruction and contributes to the development of criminal justice curriculum. His expertise in cybersecurity and international relations enhances the educational experience for students in the program.
Work at Pacific Forum
Scott K. is currently a Nonresident WSD-Handa Fellow at Pacific Forum, a position he has held since 2023. His work focuses on international security and policy discussions. Previously, he participated in the ROK-US Next-Generation Leaders Initiative Cohort from 2022 to 2023, where he worked on enhancing US-Korea relations.
Education and Expertise
Scott K. has a strong educational background in criminal justice and cybersecurity. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from UT Arlington and a Master of Science in Criminal Justice from Lamar University. He also studied cybersecurity at NYU Tandon School of Engineering, equipping him with skills relevant to his roles in cybersecurity and criminal justice.
Professional Experience
Scott K. has extensive professional experience in cybersecurity and intelligence analysis. He worked as a Cyber Threat Hunter at Experian in 2022 and held roles as a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst and Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst from 2019 to 2022. He also served in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as an Exchange Analyst, focusing on deepfake identities.
Community Engagement and Leadership
Scott K. is actively involved in community outreach through the FBI Dallas Citizens Academy Alumni Association, where he serves as Vice President and a member of the Board of Directors. His contributions aim to enhance public safety and security within the community. He also engaged with the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) on cybersecurity strategies.