Malcolm Beckett

Malcolm Beckett is an Adjunct/Affiliated Professor at Mitchell Hamline School of Law, where he teaches courses in Evidence and Business Organizations. He is a Virginia-licensed attorney with dual expertise in law and business, holding a Juris Doctor (summa cum laude) and a research doctorate in business. His academic and professional work bridges legal compliance, cybersecurity, and privacy across industries.

• Juris Doctor (JD), summa cum laude – Mitchell Hamline School of Law
• Research Doctorate in Business – National Graduate School
• Certified Information Security Systems Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US and CIPP/E)
• Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Fellow of Information Privacy (FIP), IAPP

His research and teaching focus on information privacy law, cybersecurity law, legal compliance, risk management, and adult education. With a background in law enforcement and investigations, Malcolm integrates real-world operational experience into his academic work, emphasizing pragmatic solutions that align legal requirements with business objectives. He is particularly passionate about expanding access to education for working adults.

Although no recent publications are listed, his expertise suggests strong engagement with interdisciplinary topics at the intersection of law, technology, and business compliance.

Malcolm Beckett has earned significant professional recognition through leading certifications and fellowships in privacy and security. These include:

• CISSP – Certified Information Security Systems Professional
• CIPP/US and CIPP/E – U.S. and European data privacy law
• CIPM – Privacy program management
• PMP – Project management excellence
• FIP – Fellow of Information Privacy by IAPP

He has served in multiple roles in higher education, including professor, administrator, and course designer. His advising and grant activities are not detailed, but his curriculum development in law and security suggests active engagement in academic innovation. There is no mention of specific labs or research teams, though his work likely involves collaboration across legal, technical, and business domains.