Brandon Kirk Williams
About Brandon Kirk Williams
Brandon Kirk Williams is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, focusing on cybersecurity research and public-private partnerships. He holds a PhD from the University of California, Berkeley, and has a diverse background in education and project management.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Brandon Kirk Williams has been a Postdoctoral Researcher at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2020. His research focuses on cybersecurity at the Center for Global Security Research. In this role, he engages in projects that explore the intersection of technology and security, contributing to advancements in cybersecurity strategies.
Education and Expertise
Brandon Kirk Williams holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in American History from the University of California, Berkeley, which he completed from 2013 to 2020. He also earned a Master's degree in American History from the University of Colorado Boulder between 2003 and 2009, and a Bachelor's degree in the same field from the University of Illinois at Chicago from 1999 to 2003. His academic background supports his research interests in public-private partnerships and US Indo-Pacific strategy.
Background
Before his current position, Brandon Kirk Williams worked in various roles that contributed to his diverse experience. He served as a 7th Grade Reading and History Teacher at STRIVE Preparatory Schools from 2010 to 2012. He also held positions as a Research Associate at Illumio for three months in 2019 and as a Summer Associate at RAND Corporation in the Washington D.C. Metro Area during the same year. Additionally, he worked as a Project Manager at K-Plus Environmental from 2003 to 2009 in the Greater Chicago Area.
Achievements in Cybersecurity Research
Brandon Kirk Williams has convened a workshop titled 'U.S and Allied Cyber Security Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.' This workshop included participation from thought leaders across think tanks, policy sectors, the US government, and allied nations. His research at the Center for Global Security Research emphasizes the importance of collaboration in cybersecurity and the strategic implications for the Indo-Pacific region.