Dr. Joseph Greenfield

Associate Professor

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Biography

Joseph Greenfield is an Associate Professor of Information Technology Practice and an internationally recognized expert in digital forensics and cyber investigations. He began teaching at USC in 2006 and has developed ten courses in the fields of information security and digital forensics, in addition to building academic minors in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics. His academic credentials include a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering and a Master's Degree in Computer Science from the University of Southern California, and a Doctoral Degree in Computer Science from the University of Rhode Island. His research focuses on BitTorrent forensics, specialized server acquisitions, and the parallel processing of digital forensic artifacts, specifically related to bitstream imaging. He has been instrumental in establishing an academic alliance with the United States Secret Service and the Los Angeles Electronic Crimes Task Force. His students have successfully pursued careers in law enforcement and private consulting. In addition to his role at USC, he works professionally at a computer forensics firm, where he leads cyber breach investigations and serves as an expert witness in various courts.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2006-01-01 — Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Teaching and developing courses in digital forensics and information security.

Awards

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Viterbi School of Engineering Dean's Award

2021-01-01
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United States Secret Service Certificate

2009-01-01
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Information Technology Program Outstanding Contributions

2008-01-01

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.