Zachary Bauer

Zachary Bauer is an Adjunct Professor at American University's School of Public Affairs, Department of Public Administration. His expertise lies in public management, homeland security strategy, and cybersecurity, focusing on governance, risk management, and cross-sector collaboration.

His research examines how public-sector organizations coordinate evolving security challenges. Key fields of interest include

• Public Management
• Cybersecurity
• Homeland Security
• Risk Management
• Policy Implementation
• Critical Infrastructure Resilience

Recent publications highlight cross-sector collaboration, intergovernmental governance, and organizational dynamics. Notable themes include governance structures, institutional capacity, and gender dynamics in intersectoral relations.

Dr. Bauer’s professional experience bridges academia, the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), local government, and the private sector, offering a multidisciplinary perspective on strategic frameworks and organizational adaptability.