Cybersecurity Systems for Human Cognition Augmentation (Advances in Information Security)

This book explores cybersecurity research and development efforts, including ideas that deal with the growing challenge of how computing engineering can merge with neuroscience. The contributing authors, who are renowned leaders in this field, thoroughly examine new technologies that will automate security procedures and perform autonomous functions with decision making capabilities. To maximize reader insight into the range of professions dealing with increased cybersecurity issues, this book presents work performed by government, industry, and academic research institutions working at the frontier of cybersecurity and network sciences. Cybersecurity Systems for Human Cognition Augmentation is designed as a reference for practitioners or government employees working in cybersecurity. Advanced-level students or researchers focused on computer engineering or neuroscience will also find this book a useful resource.

Alexander Kott is a program manager in the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, the central R&D organization of the U.S. Department of Defense. Much of his work focuses on innovative information technologies for command and control. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Pittsburgh. Later, he directed R&D organizations at technology companies including Carnegie Group, Honeywell, and BBN.