Kelsey Fulton

Kelsey Fulton is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the Colorado School of Mines. Their research focuses on human-centric approaches to secure software development, emphasizing developer mental models, tool usability, and organizational processes. They hold a PhD and M.S. in Computer Science from the University of Maryland and a B.S. in Computer Science and Mathematics from Millersville University.

Education:

• Ph.D., Computer Science, University of Maryland (2023)
• M.S., Computer Science, University of Maryland (2019)
• B.S., Computer Science and Mathematics, Millersville University (2017)

Research Interests: Fulton’s work bridges human factors and technical security, investigating how developers reason about security, the usability of secure tools, and systemic barriers in secure development. Their goal is to provide evidence-based recommendations for improving policies, education, and tools.

Notable Achievements:

• Recipient of the 2023 John Karat Usable Security and Privacy Student Research Award
• Best Paper Award at USENIX Security Symposium

Advising & Community: Fulton mentors undergraduate and Master’s students, emphasizing work-life balance and community engagement. They prioritize fostering a supportive environment for researchers in cybersecurity and advocate for inclusivity in the field.