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Mr. Jacobs is a seasoned System Integration, Test, and Evaluation Engineering management professional with extensive experience in technical and functional leadership. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Texas at Arlington, a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Computer Engineering, Networking, and Communications from Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX, and a Master of Science in Information Assurance and Cybersecurity from the Florida Institute of Technology, Melbourne, FL.

With over 15 years of experience in cybersecurity, Mr. Jacobs has led initiatives to develop and maintain security solutions while managing complex technical administration. He holds CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), and Security+ certifications, demonstrating his expertise in cyber defense, ethical hacking, and risk management. His skill set includes leading project teams, utilizing industry-leading security tools, and implementing security policies and frameworks to protect against advanced threats and vulnerabilities.

Mr. Jacobs’ research interests focus on designing, creating, and executing system security models for DoD platforms, defining analysis, mitigation, and reporting processes for both aircraft and ground-based systems. His current Ph.D. research is centered on System of Systems modeling for security, aiming to enhance the interoperability, resilience, and defense mechanisms of interconnected autonomous and defense systems.

In addition to his technical expertise, Mr. Jacobs is an FAA-certified Private Pilot and Aircraft Dispatcher, complementing his work in aviation and defense systems security. His deep understanding of cybersecurity, engineering, and aviation enables him to drive innovative solutions that enhance system integrity and resilience against evolving threats.