Mic Merritt

Mic Merritt currently serves as a Cybersecurity Instructor at Western Governors University, focusing on empowering students through personalized, technology-driven education. With extensive experience in cybersecurity consulting as a Senior Principal Consultant at Merritt Based, Mic specializes in AI/ML penetration testing and application security. Past roles include Senior Principal Security Engineer at Oracle, Director of Offensive Security Operations at the United States Air Force, and CERT Coordinator for NATO. Mic's educational background includes a Doctorate in Computer Science and multiple degrees in cybersecurity and information assurance from various institutions. Committed to improving cybersecurity posture and innovation, Mic Merritt possesses a robust skill set shaped by diverse leadership roles in both military and civilian sectors.