Aaron Werth, Ph.D.
About Aaron Werth, Ph.D.
Aaron Werth, Ph.D., is a Research and Development Associate for Cyber Physical Systems at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, with a strong background in computer engineering and cybersecurity. He has held various engineering and research positions at notable institutions, including Sandia National Laboratories and the University of Alabama in Huntsville.
Current Role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Aaron Werth, Ph.D., serves as a Research and Development Associate for Cyber Physical Systems at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the development and research of systems that integrate physical processes with computational elements. His work focuses on enhancing the functionality and security of cyber-physical systems.
Previous Experience at Sandia National Laboratories
Prior to his current role, Werth worked at Sandia National Laboratories as a Graduate R&D Intern and Electrical/Computer Engineer from 2018 to 2019. During this time, he was involved in research and development projects, gaining practical experience in the field of cybersecurity and engineering.
Educational Background in Engineering
Werth earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Computer Engineering with a focus on Cybersecurity from The University of Alabama in Huntsville, completing his studies from 2014 to 2020. He also holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Electrical Engineering from Vanderbilt University, where he studied from 2011 to 2014, and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (B.S.E.) from The University of Alabama in Huntsville, completed in 2011.
Technical Proficiencies and Skills
Aaron Werth possesses proficiency in a variety of programming languages, including Matlab, C++, and JavaScript, among others. He has expertise in supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, digital logic design, and computer-aided design using Solid Edge and NX. His technical skills extend to modeling and simulation, robotics, autonomous systems, and communications.
Research Experience at University of Alabama in Huntsville
From 2014 to 2020, Werth worked as a Research Associate at the Center for Cybersecurity Research and Education at the University of Alabama in Huntsville. In this role, he contributed to various research initiatives, focusing on cybersecurity challenges and solutions within engineering contexts.