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Funminiyi Olajide is an Associate Teaching Professor at Pennsylvania State University’s College of Information Sciences and Technology. He earned his PhD in Cybersecurity from the University of Portsmouth, UK, in 2012 and holds an MSc in Forensic Information Technology. He has over 33 years of professional experience in academia, research, and information technology, combining technical expertise with extensive management knowledge in cybersecurity and digital forensics. Before joining Penn State in 2025, he held senior academic roles in various universities in the UK, where he focused on teaching and supervising research projects at undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. His research interests primarily encompass Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics, Incident Response, and Cybercrime Criminology. He has contributed to curriculum development and has played a significant role in program leadership and academic program management. Dr. Olajide's publications and research involve aspects of cybercrime management and digital forensic investigations, and he is an active member of several professional organizations. His work integrates technical, forensic, and organizational perspectives in addressing cybersecurity challenges.
Pennsylvania State University • University Park, PA
Teaching courses in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Various Universities in the UK • United Kingdom
Held various senior academic positions focusing on cybersecurity and digital forensics education.
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