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Darren Hayes, Associate Professor at Pace University's Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems, specializes in Information Technology with a focus on Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics. As Director of the Cybersecurity Program, he bridges academic research with industry needs through grants like the National Science Foundation award (2021-2026).
- Education: PhD in Industrial Engineering (Sapienza Università di Roma, 2019), DPS (Pace University, 2008), MS in Information Systems (Pace University, 2001), H.D.B.S in Banking & Finance (University College Dublin, 1993)
His research explores machine learning applications in forensic analysis, mobile payment security, and cybersecurity education frameworks. Recent publications span digital artifact detection and optical sensor development. Awards include the 2024 Homeland Security International Digital Investigation Award and recognition as one of the Top 10 Computer Forensics Professors (2013).
- 2024: Finding Forensic Artefacts... (Digital Forensics, Machine Learning)
- 2023: Optimizing Reward-Based Crowdfunding (FinTech, AI)
As High Technology Crime Investigation Association First Vice President and FBI Academic Alliance Program Coordinator, he actively shapes professional standards. His 2022 Compliance Week presentations address ransomware mitigation and third-party risk management.
