Dr. C. Jordan Howell currently holds the position of Assistant Professor at the University of South Florida (USF). Concurrently, he serves as the Founder and Director of USF Sarasota Cybersecurity, an interdisciplinary research laboratory boasting a global membership. Prior to these roles, Dr. Howell served as an Assistant Professor in Intelligence and National Security Studies at the University of Texas at El Paso, and as the Associate Director of the Evidence-Based Cybersecurity Research Center at Georgia State University.
Dr. Howell's educational background is extensive, encompassing a Ph.D. in Criminology, an M.S. in Cybersecurity Intelligence and Information Security, an M.A. in Criminology, and Graduate Certificates in Digital Forensics, Strategic Intelligence, and Cyber-Intelligence.
His research is dedicated to tackling real-world cybersecurity challenges, employing rigorous scientific methodologies to bridge the gap between academic research and industry needs. Upon joining the USF, he established Sarasota Cybersecurity with the primary objective of training local talent in cybersecurity, combating the national shortage of cybersecurity skills, and elevating overall cybersecurity posture.
Dr. Howell's work is highly regarded and regularly featured in premier academic publications and industry reports, often attracting significant media attention. Furthermore, his expertise has led to invitations to conduct cybersecurity training workshops for federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. He is also a sought-after speaker at international conferences, and his research has been translated and disseminated in multiple languages, contributing significantly to the global cybersecurity landscape.
Email: cjhowell@usf.edu
Twitter: @Dr_Cybercrime
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