Diane Barrett

Diane Barrett is an Associate Professor and Director of the Center for Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity Studies at Bloomsburg University, within the Department of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Digital Forensics in the College of Science and Technology. She holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration with a specialization in information security from Northcentral University, an M.S. from Capella University, and a B.S. from Remington College.

• Ph.D., Business Administration (Information Security), Northcentral University
• M.S., Capella University
• B.S., Remington College

Her research focuses on digital forensics, cybersecurity, and the application of forensic methods in cloud computing environments. With extensive experience in forensic investigations, incident response, and security assessments, Dr. Barrett bridges academic scholarship with real-world cyber defense practices. She has contributed to national standards through roles in NIST’s Cloud Computing Forensic Science Working Group and the National CyberWatch Center's Curriculum Standards Panel.

Dr. Barrett has held leadership positions including Program Director for the ADFSL Conference on Digital Forensics, Security, and Law and President of the Digital Forensics Certification Board. She is also the author of multiple books in cybersecurity and digital forensics, reflecting her commitment to education and professional development in the field. Her work emphasizes curriculum development, training, and the advancement of forensic science methodologies.

She has been instrumental in shaping cybersecurity education and policy through service on national panels and working groups.

Dr. Barrett has led training initiatives as Mobile Forensic Training Director and Manager of Research and Training for Cyber programs, indicating strong mentorship and advisory roles in professional development, though specific graduate students are not listed. She has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards, but her contributions to standards and leadership in certification reflect high professional recognition.

She leads the Center for Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity Studies, a hub for interdisciplinary research, training, and collaboration in digital forensics and cybersecurity. The center supports curriculum development, forensic tool evaluation, and partnerships with law enforcement and industry.