Dr. Sukarno Mertoguno

Professor

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Biography

Sukarno Mertoguno is a research professor specializing in the development of innovative cybersecurity solutions. With a strong background in electrical engineering, he has contributed significantly to the field, bringing both academic and practical expertise. Prior to joining the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI), Sukarno managed applied scientific research projects at the Office of Naval Research, where he focused on complex software systems. He also has experience as a system architect and entrepreneur in the San Francisco Bay Area. Sukarno holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from SUNY Binghamton, where his research focused on system architecture design, alongside a degree in theoretical physics from the University of Indonesia.

Research Interests

Requirements for Georgia Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in computer science or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science: GRE scores are optional for Fall 2026.