Charles Harry

Dr. Charles Harry is an Associate Research Professor at the University of Maryland (UMD), with a joint appointment in the College of Information and the School of Public Policy. He serves as the director of the UMD Center for Governance of Technology and Systems (GoTech) and the operations director for the Maryland Global Initiative for Cybersecurity (MaGIC). Additionally, he is a Senior Research Associate at the UMD Center for International and Security Studies at Maryland (CISSM), and a member of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Cyber Advisory Panel. His work bridges academia and industry, focusing on cybersecurity risk assessment and strategic implications.

Dr. Harry holds a Ph.D. in Public Policy from the University of Maryland.

His research interests include the following key areas:

• Cybersecurity analysis
• Risk modeling and assessment
• Cyber operations strategy
• Categorization of cyber effects and events
• Strategic consequences of cyber attacks on sectors like transportation and energy
• Data privacy and sociotechnical systems governance

He has received recognition for his contributions, including:

• Director of National Intelligence Extraordinary Achievement Medal
• Signal Intelligence Career Achievement Medal

In advising and grants, Dr. Harry leads major initiatives like GoTech and MaGIC. While no formal students are listed, his roles involve strategic consulting for organizations and governments. His career includes a 14-year tenure at the NSA and leadership of a $35 million cybersecurity consulting firm, demonstrating extensive applied expertise. Grants and funding details are not explicitly provided but are implied through his institutional and advisory roles.

He is affiliated with prominent research groups such as the UMD Center for Governance of Technology and Systems (GoTech), Maryland Global Initiative for Cybersecurity (MaGIC), and the Tech Policy Research & Education Hub. His projects include Tapestry: A Tool for Managing Integrated Cyber Risk, reflecting his focus on holistic risk management systems.