Mark B. Schmidt

Dr. Mark B. Schmidt is a Professor in the Information Systems department at St. Cloud State University's Herberger Business School. His expertise includes digital forensics, steganography, and information security, with over 100 research publications. He teaches courses such as Business Statistics, Management Information Systems, and Digital Forensics.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Business Information Systems, Mississippi State University, 2006
• Master of Science in Business Information Systems, Mississippi State University, 2004
• Master of Business Administration, Saint Cloud State University, 1995
• Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness and Business Administration, Southwest State University, 1993

Research focuses on information security vulnerabilities, end-user computing behaviors, and emerging technologies. Recent publications analyze socioeconomic impacts of pandemics and quantum computing limitations.

Research publications primarily investigate security vulnerabilities and computational efficiency, with applications in cybersecurity and data analysis.

Active in student mentorship through cybersecurity scholarship programs and digital forensics lab development.