Mark Fearer

Dr. Mark Fearer is an Adjunct Professor at Capitol Technology University and Branch Chief at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), leading a team examining stock exchange infrastructure security. He holds an Executive Juris Doctor from Concord Law School and a Doctor of Science in Cybersecurity from Capitol Tech. His expertise spans IT Audit, Information Security, and Business Continuity Planning.

• Education: EJD (Concord Law), D.Sc. Cybersecurity (Capitol Tech), MS/BS Computer Science (Fitchburg State)

Research focuses on federal cybersecurity regulations, cloud migration, and C-suite security communication. Authored an ANSI standard on the human element in IT and published a 2020 dissertation on Security Operations Centers.

Awards include the SEC's Four Pillars Award (2018) and John P. Wheeler Veterans Charity Award (2017). Active in professional organizations: ISSA National Capital Chapter (Vice President), ASIS Chapter 151 (Chair), and Woodbridge Linux Meetup (Chair).

Volunteer roles include Marine Corps League Trustee and Moose Lodge Trustee. Holds certifications: CISSP, CISA, USPTO Patent Agent, and Ham Radio Technician.