Introduction

My professional and academic journey has centered on understanding and navigating complex operational environments, where identifying and analyzing opportunities and threats are paramount. My experience is uniquely multifaceted, encompassing military intelligence, private business, and graduate education. This diverse background has equipped me with a comprehensive perspective integrating cyber, intelligence, and influence operations (CIIO) with emerging fields such as data science, computational linguistics, and artificial intelligence (AI).

Convergence of CIIO Skill Sets

Throughout my career, I have witnessed the growing significance and volume of CIIO, driven by cyberspace’s expanding capabilities and reach. The convergence of these skill sets has been a natural evolution, reflecting the increasing interdependence between operational intelligence and the technological advancements that support it. Today, as we confront the challenges posed by the exponential growth of atomic data and contextual information, the need for efficient and effective computational methods has never been greater.

Bridging the Gap Between Data, Information, and Intelligence

Computers excel at processing atomic data (i.e., indicators) and simple contextual information when expressed in a structured language. However, they struggle when faced with the complexities of natural language, where nuanced meaning and context are crucial. My current teaching and research interests focus on bridging this gap, exploring how advancements in computational methods—particularly in how machine learning and generative AI—can be harnessed to enhance complex information processing in natural language. -

Advancing CIIO with Prompt Engineering and Generative AI

Prompt engineering and generative AI play a critical role in this evolving landscape. By refining how we interact with AI systems, we can better leverage their capabilities in CIIO, improving operations’ efficiency and effectiveness across diverse sectors. My work is driven by a commitment to advancing these interdisciplinary connections, ensuring that the next generation of professionals has the knowledge and skills to navigate and lead in this dynamic field.

Exploring the Intersection of CIIO and Emerging Technologies

I invite you to explore my teaching, project, and blog portfolios or my CV to see how these themes are reflected in my work and to gain deeper insights into my academic and professional interests.