Ryan Linn

Ryan Linn is an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Engineering Graduate and Professional Programs at Duke University. He specializes in cybersecurity education and practical security tool development.

Education:

• B.S. in Computer Science from North Carolina State University (2004)

Research Interests:

• Focuses on ethical hacking methodologies and penetration testing frameworks
• Develops educational tools for cybersecurity training
• Explores computer security automation and network defense mechanisms

Publication Trends: His work centers on practical cybersecurity guides, with multiple editions of the influential Gray Hat Hacking series and penetration testing tool development literature.