Meet Our TEAM

DR. BLAIR TAYLOR

Co-Executive Director and Co-Founder

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Dr. Blair Taylor is the Director of the Center for Interdisciplinary and Innovation Cybersecurity (Cyber4All) and a Professor in the Department of Computer and Information Sciences at Towson University. She is a national expert in cybersecurity education and curriculum development. She worked with NSA’s College of Cyber as a Subject Matter Expert on long-term strategies to increase the pipeline of qualified students and build the nations’ cyber workforce.

DR. SIDD KAZA

Co-Executive Director and Co-Founder

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Dr. Sidd Kaza is the Associate Provost for Research at Towson University. He is passionate about cybersecurity education, learning sciences, data mining, and application development. He was one of the primary authors of the ACM/IEEE Cybersecurity Curriculum Guidelines (CSEC 2017). Dr. Kaza received his Ph.D. degree in Management Information Systems from the University of Arizona.

POINT OF CONTACT

Leah Carter

Director of Operations

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Leah is currently pursuing her Master’s Degree at Towson University. As our Project Manager, she is involved in the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of software applications, overseeing the planning of developers, editors, and marketing personnel, and interacting with clients. Her goal is to continue CLARK’s growth by increasing both publishers and users, and to help grow and develop our current and future teams at SecurEd.

Development and Operations Partners

CHRISTOPHER WAGNER

Platform Engineer

Chris is a computer science graduate student at Towson University on the Cyber Operations track. He enjoys working alongside other ambitious developers to create practical cloud-based solutions. When he isn’t developing, he spends his time volunteering at his local church, playing music, and hiking.

DIEGO SOTO

Technical Lead

Diego graduated from Towson University in 2022 with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science. Currently, he is advancing his expertise as a graduate student in the Applied Information Technology program. Diego brings a blend of technical skills and a collaborative spirit to the team, always eager to tackle new challenges and contribute to innovative solutions.

JOAQUIN VILLAGOMEZ

Software Developer

Joaquin Villagomez is a computer science student at Towson University, specializing in cyber operations. Alongside his academic pursuits, he is also a dedicated player for the Mens Lacrosse team. Balancing his passion for technology and athletics, Joaquin is focused on honing his skills both on the field and in the world of cybersecurity.

Luis Dale Gascon

Software Developer

Luis is a computer science graduate student at Towson University. He enjoys exploring random or interesting open-source projects on GitHub, hardware or software, particularly text editors or their respective plugins. In his free time, you’ll find him at the gym or simply enjoying a meal.

BRAND MARKETING MANAGER

Avigail Wagner

Avigail, a Towson University graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, brings a wealth of experience in brand building and marketing to our team. Her expertise in digital marketing, email campaigns, and social media outreach has been instrumental in driving innovative strategies and elevating awareness of our products. Outside of her professional endeavors, Avigail is a passionate adventurer, dedicating her time to hiking, volunteering with youth, and exploring diverse cultures.