Eric Feldman

Eric Feldman is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Criminology, Law and Society at George Mason University. He is a seasoned federal law enforcement official with 23 years of experience in investigating transnational organized crime for the Department of Homeland Security's Homeland Security Investigations (HSI). Currently, he serves as Assistant Director overseeing all agency firearms, use-of-force training, and tactical programs. His career includes leadership roles such as Supervisory Special Agent, Assistant Special Agent in Charge, Division Director for cyber crime portfolios, and SWAT Commander.

Education: Graduate of Northern Arizona University.

Research Interests: Feldman focuses on cybersecurity, particularly DNS security and cybercrime investigation, as well as transnational organized crime, narcotics smuggling, cross-border subterranean tunnels, and law enforcement strategies. His work bridges academic analysis with operational field experience, emphasizing practical solutions to contemporary threats.

Publications: His recent articles address DNS infrastructure resilience, decentralized internet namespaces, and DDoS defense architectures. He explores technical domains like DNSSEC, PKI, and network security protocols, reflecting his dual expertise in criminal justice and technology.

Media Engagements: Frequently featured in National Geographic, HBO Vice, and Australian 60 Minutes discussing law enforcement challenges in cybersecurity and border security.