Michael Black

Dr. Michael Black is an Assistant Professor in the Information Systems and Technology Department at the University of South Alabama's School of Computing. His research focuses on Digital Forensics, Information Assurance, and SCADA Security. He has taught courses such as Digital Forensic Analysis, Network Security Management, and OS Concepts and Security since 2002.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Information Technology (Information Assurance and Security Specialization), Capella University, 2015
• M.S. in Information Systems, University of South Alabama, 2002
• B.S. in Information Technology, University of South Alabama, 2001

Research interests include SCADA Security, forensics of modern storage technologies (e.g., SSDs), and data carving techniques for digital evidence recovery. His publications span algorithmic approaches to forensic challenges and open-source tools in education.

Teaching Experience:

• Assistant Professor, University of South Alabama (2019–Present)
• Senior Instructor, University of South Alabama (2009–2019)
• Instructor, University of South Alabama (2002–2009)
• Part-Time Instructor, University of South Alabama (2002)

His work emphasizes practical applications of digital forensics and cybersecurity, with a focus on enhancing educational tools via open-source solutions and project management methodologies.