Georgetown University

Serve as Adjunct Faculty at Georgetown University’s Graduate Applied Intelligence Program and the Graduate Cybersecurity Programs and teach courses on risk management, homeland security, and cybersecurity. Also helped design a certificate course on Block Chain technologies.

Developed content, designed, and teach graduate course called "Disruptive Technologies and Organizational Management now in its second year. Also, speak at and represent the University at events on topic of cybersecurity, intelligence, and emerging technologies.

Adjunct Professor

Appointed to Adjunct Faculty at Graduate in Applied Intelligence Program at Georgetown University and in the Graduate Cybersecurity Program. Teach graduate level courses in Risk Management, Homeland Security Technologies, Emerging Technologies and also a contributor to a certificate program for Blockchain Management. My role includes designing courses and speaking at public events representing the University.

Also, I designed, helped create, and teach as faculty "Disruptive Technology & Organization Change", is now being offered via the Graduate Cybersecurity Risk Management Program at Georgetown University.

The course is designed to provide foundational knowledge about types, policy, strategies, applications, organizational & societal impact, security risks, and current management approaches related to emerging and disruptive technologies.

Subject Matter Expert and Curriculum Advisor

Brooks Consulting International

Consultant work for Fortune 1000 clients, organizations, small businesses, and start-ups.   Marketing, Government Relations, Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, Corporate Growth Strategist. Cybersecurity industry influencer and subject matter expert. As a thought leader, blogger, and event speaker, he has briefed the G20 on energy cybersecurity, The US Embassy to the Holy See and Vatican on global cybersecurity cooperation. He has served on two National Academy of Science Advisory groups, including one on digitalizing the USAF, and another on securing BioTech.  He has also addressed USTRANSCOM on cybersecurity and serves on an industry/government working group for DHS CISA focused on security space systems.

•	Voted “Cybersecurity Person of the Year” by Cyber Express media
•	Two-time Presidential Appointee. Helped "stand up" the Office of Legislative Affairs at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and served as the first Director of Legislative Affairs at the Science & Technology Directorate.
•	Featured or keynote speaker at dozens of conferences and webinars. 
•	 Published more than 350 articles and blogs on cybersecurity, homeland security and technology issues.
•	Named by LinkedIn “The Top 5 Tech People to Follow on LinkedIn.” Named “Cybersecurity Person of the Year by the Cyber Express, by Best Rated as a” Top 10 Global Cybersecurity Expert. “Thompson Reuters as a “Top 50 Global Influencer in Risk, Compliance,” Named by IFSEC as the “#2 Global Cybersecurity Influencer”. 115,000 plus followers on LinkedIn and run a dozen LI groups, including the two largest in homeland security. Have a wide social media following on Twitter and Facebook. Also publish newsletter “Security & Tech Insights” with 57,000 subscribers
•	Cybersecurity Expert for “The Network” at the Washington Post, Visiting Editor at Homeland Security Today, and a featured Contributor to FORBES

President

Forbes

Contributing Writer on Cybersecurity & Emerging Technologies

Wiley

Inside Cyber: How AI, 5G, IoT, and Quantum Computing Will Transform Privacy and Our Security
Discover how to navigate the intersection of tech, cybersecurity, and commerce

In an era where technological innovation evolves at an exponential rate, Inside Cyber: How AI, 5G, and Quantum Computing Will Transform Privacy and Our Security by Chuck Brooks emerges as a critical roadmap for understanding and leveraging the next wave of tech advancements. Brooks, a renowned executive and consultant, breaks down complex technological trends into digestible insights, offering a deep dive into how emerging technologies will shape the future of industry and society.

In the book, you'll:

Gain clear, accessible explanations of cutting-edge technologies such as AI, blockchain, and quantum computing, and their impact on the business world
Learn how to navigate the cybersecurity landscape, safeguarding your business against the vulnerabilities introduced by rapid technological progress
Uncover the opportunities that technological advancements present for disrupting traditional industries and creating new value
Perfect for entrepreneurs, executives, technology professionals, and anyone interested in the intersection of tech and business, Inside Cyber equips you with the knowledge to lead in the digital age. Embrace the future confidently with this indispensable guide.

Author, Inside Cyber: How AI, 5G, IoT, and Quantum Computing Will Transform Privacy and Our Security

Executive Mosaic

GovCon Expert Chuck Brooks is a globally recognized thought leader and subject matter expert Cybersecurity and Emerging Technologies. He is President of Brooks Consulting International, a government relations and marketing firm focused on cybersecurity and emerging technologies.
Executive Mosaic has created the GovCon Expert program to showcase the most significant voices of influence in the government contracting (GovCon) sector. We are actively expanding our program to provide the highest-minded executives of the industry with the most well informed platform in the federal market to share their insights with the GovCon community.
Our experts have extensive experience and knowledge of the latest strategies, initiatives and challenges happening within the U.S. federal government, including the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), across all service branches of the U.S. military and industry.

With our GovCon Expert program, you can access the words of caution and celebration from the elite minds behind the innovation and implementation of emerging technologies across federal agencies and industry, including artificial intelligence, national security, cybersecurity, 5G, cloud, big data as well as competitive intelligence, open source solutions and other aspects of the GovCon industry.

GOV CON EXPERT

U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Serving as SME to DHS's CISA's Space Systems Critical Infrastructure Working Group. Also serve as Chair of the Technology Tiger Team within the group.  The Space Systems Critical Infrastructure Working Group is a group of government and industry members that was formed by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) in May 20211. The group aims to identify and develop strategies to minimize risks to space systems that support the nation’s critical infrastructure, such as communications, navigation, weather monitoring, and national defense2. The group operates under the Critical Infrastructure Partnership Advisory Council (CIPAC) framework, bringing together space system critical infrastructure stakeholders from various sectors1. The group is co-chaired by Jim Platt, Chief of Strategic Defense Initiatives at CISA, and John Galer, Assistant Vice President of National Security Space at Aerospace Industries Association1. The group will also work to implement the Space Policy Directive-5 Cybersecurity Principles for Space Systems, which was signed in September 2020 as the nation’s first comprehensive cybersecurity policy for space systems2.

SME, DHS CISA Space Systems Critical Infrastructure Working Group

Reader's Digest Association

Reviewer for cybersecurity and technology content accuracy

The Homeland Defense and Security Information Analysis Center (HDIAC)

The Homeland Defense and Security Information Analysis Center (HDIAC) is a Department of Defense (DoD) sponsored organization. The purpose of HDIAC is to leverage the best expertise from industry, other government agencies, and academia to solve the government's toughest scientific and technical problems. The HDIAC Subject Matter Expert (SME) Network provides valuable expertise and knowledge from qualified professionals in the HDIAC focus areas. Individuals are vetted based on experience, education, professional practice and publication. SMEs are involved in HDIAC activities, such as authoring HDIAC journal articles, answering technical inquires, engaging in active discussions in the HDIAC community, presenting webinars, assisting with Core Analysis Tasks (CATs) and other needs.

Subject Matter Expert

Homeland Security Today Magazine

Homeland Security Today (HSToday) is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit association media outlet dedicated to informing and supporting the efforts of public, private, nonprofit, and academic organizations and practitioners engaged in the homeland security mission. Since its inception as a for-profit publication in 2004, HSToday has provided award-winning news and analysis revealing the challenges, opportunities and successes of the United States’ homeland and national security and intelligence communities.

Homeland Security Today covers breaking news for the homeland security community, and now, with GTSC as its umbrella, will cover the federal homeland security market in-depth.

Visiting Editor

The Washington Post

WASHINGTON POST LAUNCHES CYBERSECURITY 202 

The Washington Post has launched the Cybersecurity 202 newsletter breaking down the latest news on the politics and policy of cybersecurity. The newsletter, delivered every weekday morning, will lead with original reporting from cybersecurity reporter Derek Hawkins, delving into key issues like election security, major hacks, encryption and the debate around electronic surveillance. It will also include key stories from The Washington Post and other relevant publications, as well as a roundup of notable social media posts, video and other multimedia.

“With cybersecurity issues increasing in importance, the Cybersecurity 202 offers stakeholders a dedicated news source that gets them up to speed in the morning and arms them with fresh reporting for the day ahead,” said Sara Sorcher, deputy editor of PowerPost at The Washington Post. “Its unique combination of new reporting, analysis and curation gives readers a comprehensive and essential digest to keep them abreast of a discussion that could ultimately have far-reaching implications for consumers, businesses and the U.S. economy.”

The newsletter will also feature insights from “The Network,” a curated panel of high level cyber experts, including top leaders in the public and private sectors, security researchers, and academics, who will weigh in on top issues of the moment via regular surveys. Readers will be able to see where some of the top experts in the field land on key questions affecting the industry and also read any comments Network members may contribute for publication.

“We thought it would be beneficial for readers to hear from experts in the field, so we are creating an influential brain trust that we can tap for insights and perspectives on the most pressing issues of the day,” Sorcher added.

Contributing Cyber Panel Expert -- Cybersecurity 202 

Named "Top Tech Person To Follow" by LinkedIn, Voted "Cybersecurity Person of the Year" Cited Top 10 Global Tech & Cyber Expert & Influencer, Georgetown U Prof, 2X Presidential Appointee, FORBES writer, 105k LI Followers

I am the President of Brooks Consulting International and a consultant with over 25 years of experience (both industry and government) in cybersecurity, emerging technologies, marketing, business development, and government relations. I help Fortune 1000 clients, organizations, small businesses, and start-ups achieve their strategic goals and grow their market share. 

I also serve as an Adjunct Professor at Georgetown University, where I teach graduate courses on risk management, homeland security, and cybersecurity, and design a certificate course on blockchain technologies.

As a thought leader, blogger, and event speaker, I have briefed the G20 on energy cybersecurity, The US Embassy to the Holy See and the Vatican on global cybersecurity cooperation. I have served on two National Academy of Science advisory groups, including one on digitalizing the USAF, and another on securing BioTech.  I have also addressed USTRANSCOM on cybersecurity and serve on an industry/government working group for CISA focused on security space systems. My clients have included leading companies such as AT&T, IBM, Intel, Rockwell Automation, Ivanti, T-Mobile, Blackberry/Cylance, Serco, Spectrum Enterprises, OpenText, Schneider Electric, Content Enablers, Commvault, Xerox, Juniper Networks, Netscout, Deltek, and General Dynamics, I am a contributor to Forbes, The Washington Post, Dark Reading, Homeland Security Today, Skytop Media, GovCon, Barrons, Readers Digest, Yahoo, Bored Panda, The Hill, and Federal Times on cybersecurity and emerging technologies topics.

In my career, I have received presidential appointments for executive service by two U.S. Presidents, and served as the first Director of Legislative Affairs at the DHS Science & Technology Directorate. I have also served in executive roles for companies such as General Dynamics, Rapiscan, and Xerox. I have been named "Cybersecurity Person of the Year" by Cyber Express, Cybersecurity Marketer of the Year, a Top Cybersecurity SME to Follow, and a "Top 5 Tech Person to Follow" by LinkedIn. I am passionate about advancing innovation, security, and education in the digital age.

Honored to be named one of the “Top Cybersecurity Influencers on LinkedIn in 2025” by Cybercrime magazine! 

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#cybersecurity #influencer

Chuck Brooks

I am a President and Consultant with over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity, emerging technologies, marketing, business development, and government relations. I help Fortune 1000 clients, organizations, small businesses, and start-ups achieve their strategic goals and grow their market share. 

I also serve as an Adjunct Professor at Georgetown University, where I teach graduate courses on risk management, homeland security, and cybersecurity, and design a certificate course on Blockchain technologies.

As a thought leader, blogger, and event speaker, I have briefed the G20 on energy cybersecurity, The US Embassy to the Holy See and Vatican on global cybersecurity cooperation. I have served on two National Academy of Science Advisory groups, including one on digitalizing the USAF, and another on securing BioTech.  I have also addressed USTRANSCOM on cybersecurity and serve on an industry/government Working group for CISA focused on security space systems. My clients have included leading companies such as AT&T, IBM, Intel, Rockwell Automation, Ivanti, Blackberry/Cylance, Serco, Xerox, Juniper Networks, Netscout, and General Dynamics, I am a contributor to Forbes, The Washington Post, Dark Reading, Homeland Security Today, Skytop Media, GovCon, Barrons, The Hill, and Federal Times on cybersecurity and emerging technologies topics.

In my career, I have received presidential appointments for executive service by two U.S. Presidents, and served as the first Director of Legislative Affairs at the DHS Science & Technology Directorate. I have also served in executive roles for companies such as General Dynamics, Rapiscan, and Xerox. I have been named "Cybersecurity Person of the Year" by Cyber Express, Cybersecurity Marketer of the Year, a Top Cybersecurity SME to Follow, and a "Top 5 Tech person to follow" by LinkedIn. I am passionate about advancing innovation, security, and education in the digital age.

Please see my newest Forbes article: 

Trust, Technology, Human Factors: The Foundation Of Cyber Resilience
by Chuck Brooks 

https://lnkd.in/eCfJ5ZNX

Thanks  and stay safe!  Chuck Brooks  

#cybersecurity #ai #tech #trust #resilience #humanfactors

Please see my latest Forbes article:
“Cybersecurity 2026: 6 Forecasts and a Blueprint for the Year Ahead”

Thanks and stat safe! Chuck Brooks  

https://lnkd.in/eE_gDuHb

#cybersecurity #predictions2026 #AI #quantum #business #security

Sharing my latest timely Forbes article Thanks for checking it out.

Wishing a Happy Thanksgiving to you and your families!!

“The Genesis Mission To Harness AI For Innovation And Security”
by Chuck Brooks 

https://lnkd.in/eUtRdP6W

#artificialintelligence #ai #genesismission #govvernment #defense #innovation Forbes

From Generative To Agentic: The New Era Of AI Autonomy In 2026
By Chuck Brooks 

https://lnkd.in/efgWySAW

Sharing my latest Forbes article on #ai #generativeai #agenticai #tech

Are there any potential Black or Gray Swan Events you  envision on the horizon for 2026?

#blackswanevents #riskmanagment #predections2026

Thriving In The Emerging Digital Era: Guidance For Career Readiness
By Chuck Brooks

It is not an overstatement to say that the global economy is on a transition stage.  We are entering a new era that requires a pivot on traditional preparation for students, business, and everyone digitally connected. Hopefully my  new Forbes article can provide some new guidance. Much of it is based on how Georgetown’s School of Continuing Studies* has anticipated the trend and adapted curriculum to meet the emerging requirements of the digital era to better enable student futures. 

* I teach a course at Georgetown’s Graduate Program on Cybersecurity Risk Management on disruptive technologies.

https://lnkd.in/eK3-_QrU

#careers #digital #security #tech Georgetown University Dr. Frederic L.

Quantum Computing is on the Horizon 

#tech #quantum #quantumcomputing

Transformative Power: Artificial Intelligence Reshapes Global Society
By Chuck Brooks

https://lnkd.in/evgFghNR


#artificialintelligence #ai #tech #society

Congrats to Hon. Curt Weldon receiving the Gusi Peace Prize ! 

The Gusi Peace Prize International is an annual award from a Philippine foundation that honors individuals and organizations for contributions to global peace, human rights, and progress. Founded in 2002 by Barry Gusi to honor his father's legacy, the prize is awarded to those who have made significant contributions to fields like human rights, the arts, and science, and the ceremony is recognized by the Philippine government. 

Former Congressman Curt Weldon has worked for over 30 years, to politically awaken and empower firefighters and first responders. In Congress, he founded the Congressional Fire Services Caucus to focus on the needs of firefighters and fire safety, funding, resources, and training. The caucus has grown to become one of the largest in Congress. 

At the Gusi Peace Prize event he will announce the formal expansion of the establishment of “One World for Life,” a non-profit foundation dedicated to empowering firefighters and first responders in the United States and worldwide.

#firefighters #firstresponders Curt Weldon

The Impact Of Tech On Geopolitics: Why Business Needs To Rethink Risk

By Chuck Brooks and John Lindsay

https://lnkd.in/eewzqBEt

#risk #tech #business #geopolitical

The Transformational Impact of Artificial Intelligence 
(Infographic)

#artificialintelligence #ai #tech

Great to be listed as one of the “30 Men to Follow in ICT & Tech”!

Protecting Critical Infrastructure: A Strategic Imperative in a Connected Age
by Chuck Brooks

https://lnkd.in/e_WXZNCU

#criticalinfrastructure #cybersecurity

govconwire.com

Protecting Critical Infrastructure: A Strategic Imperative in a Connected Age

Named a “Top Person to Follow on Tech” on LinkedIn. Voted “Cybersecurity Person of the Year” Cited Top 10 Global Tech & Cyber Expert, Georgetown U Prof, 2X Presidential Appointee, FORBES Writer, Author, 129k LI Followers

Ivan Savov, FARPI CRPS

Kindly see my interview on the importance of cyber education with The Cyber Guild 

The Cyber Guild is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) public charity and professional community dedicated to shaping an inclusive cybersecurity workforce, building a resilient cybersecurity ecosystem, and advancing the role of women and other underrepresented groups in the field. 

Source: The Cyber Guild https://lnkd.in/endd5AcH

#cybersecurity

Hey everyone, I wanted to share a LinkedIn group on science and technology.  I'd love to see more people contribute to the conversation. Join us and be a part of this innovative community !

#science #technology #futuretrends #linkedIn

Today our LinkedIn Group passed. Milestone of 45,000 members! Thanks for your continued posts on cybersecurity and related topics. Best, Chuck Brooks 
Group Owner

The Rise Of AI-Powered Ransomware: The Need To Adapt
By Chuck Brooks


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#artificialintelligence #cybersecurity #ransomware

Technologies Impacting Digital Transformation 
(Infographic)

#digital #tech #ai #cloudcomputing #quantum

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