Zachary Drake
About Zachary Drake
Zachary Drake is a Lead Data Scientist at Nuspire and a Lecturer at the College of Information Studies, University of Maryland. He has extensive experience in academia and data science, having held various positions at institutions such as American University and Booz Allen Hamilton.
Work at Nuspire
Zachary Drake serves as the Lead Data Scientist at Nuspire, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he applies his expertise in data science to enhance the company's cybersecurity solutions. His responsibilities include analyzing data trends, developing predictive models, and implementing data-driven strategies to support Nuspire's mission. His work contributes to the overall effectiveness of the organization's services.
Education and Expertise
Zachary Drake holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Criminology, Law and Society from George Mason University. He also earned a Master of Arts (MA) in the same field from the same institution. Additionally, he completed a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies at Kennesaw State University. To further his skills in data science, he obtained a certificate from the Microsoft Professional Program.
Background
Zachary Drake has a diverse professional background in academia and data science. He has worked as a Lecturer at the College of Information Studies at the University of Maryland since 2023. Prior to this, he served as an Adjunct Lecturer at the School of Public Affairs at American University from 2020 to 2023. His experience also includes positions at Booz Allen Hamilton, Deloitte, and Thomson Reuters Special Services, where he held various roles related to data analysis and policy.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Zachary Drake has contributed to various projects and initiatives in data science and academia. His roles have included Senior Research Scientist and Data Scientist at Thomson Reuters Special Services, as well as Data Scientist at Deloitte. His academic positions have allowed him to educate and mentor students in the fields of data science and public affairs, fostering the next generation of professionals.