Dr. Irina V. Nowak, Pmp
About Dr. Irina V. Nowak, Pmp
Dr. Irina V. Nowak is a Training and Development Lead at IronNet Cybersecurity and an Adjunct Faculty member at The George Washington University, specializing in Organizational Leadership and Learning. With extensive experience in various educational and corporate roles, she holds multiple degrees, including a Ph.D. in Comparative History from Central European University.
Current Role at IronNet Cybersecurity
Dr. Irina V. Nowak serves as the Training and Development Lead at IronNet Cybersecurity, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for designing and implementing training programs that enhance the skills and knowledge of employees within the organization. Her work focuses on fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, which is essential in the rapidly evolving field of cybersecurity.
Academic Involvement at The George Washington University
Since 2021, Dr. Nowak has been an Adjunct Faculty member in the Organizational Leadership and Learning program at The George Washington University. In this capacity, she contributes to the academic development of students by sharing her expertise in organizational leadership and instructional design. Her involvement in academia complements her professional experience and enhances her ability to bridge theory and practice.
Professional Background and Experience
Dr. Nowak has extensive experience in training and development, having held various positions in notable organizations. Prior to her current role, she worked at Booz Allen Hamilton as a Manager/Sr. Learning Systems Strategist from 2010 to 2016. She also served as Governance and Resiliency Lead/Program Management Officer at Raytheon from 2016 to 2018. Her career includes roles at the University of Phoenix, Caliber Associates, Pal-Tech, Inc., SAIC, and Strayer University, where she contributed to instructional training and program management.
Educational Qualifications
Dr. Nowak holds multiple degrees from prestigious institutions. She earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Comparative History from Central European University and a Doctorate in Education (Ed.D.) in Human and Organizational Learning from The George Washington University. Additionally, she achieved a Master's Degree in Central European History from Central European University and a BA cum laude in Modern and Contemporary History from Saint Petersburg State University. She also completed a Diploma in History from the University of Oxford.
Contributions to Professional Organizations
Dr. Nowak is actively involved in professional organizations related to innovation and education. She serves on the Anti-Racism Advisory Committee and the Alumni Advisory Committee at The George Washington University. Furthermore, she is a member of the US Technical Advisory Group to ISO TC 279, focusing on Innovation Management, and has served as co-chair of the Innovation Measurement Workgroup of the International Association of Innovation Professionals.