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David Brumley is a Professor at Carnegie Mellon University with a focus on computer security. He received his Ph.D. in Computer Science from Carnegie Mellon University, as well as an M.S. in Computer Science from Stanford University, and a B.A. in Mathematics from the University of Northern Colorado. He served as a computer security officer at Stanford University from 1998 to 2002, where he handled thousands of computer security incidents. He is a faculty mentor for the Carnegie Mellon Hacking Team, Plaid Parliament Pwning (PPP), which has been ranked among the top teams in the world, with notable achievements in the DEF CON Capture-the-Flag competitions, including a #1 ranking in 2011 and 2013. Brumley has received several awards for his contributions to the field of security, including the USENIX Security Paper Award and the prestigious United States Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers. As an expert in security, he continues to engage with the industry and media on topics related to cybersecurity, contributing to discussions around the implications of emerging technologies.
Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA
Conducting research and teaching in the field of computer security.
Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.