About

William Cox, Cybersecurity Educator

Cyber Warfare Operator & Educator

I am a dedicated Airman and a passionate educator.

I am a cyber warfare operator and educator, dedicated to advancing the field of cybersecurity both in and outside the classroom. As a visiting professor at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and an instructor at UA Pulaski Technical College, I teach courses in cybersecurity and IT, covering essential topics like network security, ethical hacking, and secure cloud architecture. My goal is to prepare students with the practical skills and critical thinking they'll need to thrive in an increasingly digital and interconnected world.

My research focuses on operational technology (OT) security, workforce development, and the usability of cybersecurity tools for blind and visually impaired (BVI) individuals. I am especially passionate about securing critical infrastructure within OT environments, knowing how vital it is to protect these systems from cyber threats. In workforce development, I emphasize building a pipeline of skilled professionals who can meet the growing demands of the cybersecurity industry. I'm also committed to making cybersecurity tools more accessible for BVI users, as I believe inclusivity strengthens our field and makes it more resilient.

Bringing together my experience in cyber warfare operations and my commitment to accessible, real-world education, I aim to bridge the gap between theory and practice in my teaching, helping students develop a well-rounded approach to cybersecurity.

Skills

nunchuks 100%
Bow Staff 90%
Computer Hacking 75%
Linux 80%
Cyber Ranges 90%
Computer Networking 93%

Interests

Operational Technology

Operating Systems

Teaching

Network Security

Cybersecurity

Problem Solving

Cyber Law

IOT

ML/AI

Wireless Security

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Curriculum Vitae

Education

University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Little Rock, AR

Candidate
Ph.D. in Computer and Information Systems

Research Focus: Useability of UI/UX for the blind & visually impaired

Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA

High Distinction
MS in Cybersecurity

Studies included: Cryptogropgy, Network Security, Programming, Access Controls, and Cyber Law & Ethics

American Military University, Charles Town, WV

BS in Information Systems Security

Studies included: Network Security, Ethics, Cyber Law, and General Areas of Information Security

Community College of the Air Force, Montgomery, AL

AAS in Information Systems Technology

AAS in Electronic Systems Technology

AAS in Aerospace Ground Equipment

Work Experience

Operations Superintendent

2018 - Present

223 Cyberspace Operations Squadron, LRAFB, AR

  • Provides direction, resources, and oversight to help ensure that the school administers sponsored research and related activities in accordance with applicable federal regulations, Community College of the Air Force instructions and higher headquarters policies and procedures
  • Provides direction, resources, and oversight to help ensure that all key personnel complete and comply with required education and meet annual training requirements
  • Negotiates schoolhouse support and allocates school resources based on Air Force needs and academic program priorities

Principal Cyber Operations Specialist/Exploitation Analyst

2018 - 2019

Fort Meade, MD

  • Perform internal and external vulnerability assessments as well as penetration
  • Perform well controlled vulnerability exploitation/penetration testing on applications, network protocols, and databases Perform network reconnaissance
  • Perform security forensics on systems
  • IT controls and related standards
  • Identify and evaluate complex business and technology risks, internal controls which mitigate risks, and related opportunities for internal control improvements

Flight Chief

1998 - 2018

229 Information Operaions Squadron, Northfield, VT

  • Use penetration testing tools to validate cyber ranges and network systems.
  • Mitigate vulnerabilities found during penetration testing
  • Create and test cyber operation ranges to include offensive and defense
  • Utilize cyber operation tools to include Nmap, Metasploit, OpenVAS, Nessus, Burp Suite
  • Research current vulnerabilities using OWASP, ExploitDB, CVEs
  • Use network packet capturing tools (Wireshark, TCPDump, Netwitness) to identify malicious threats
  • Create and test scenarios for active defensive exercises

Teaching Experience

Visiting Assistant Professor

2023- Present

UA - Little Rock, Little Rock, AR

  • Developed and instructed Cybersecurity courses
    • Intro to Cybersecurity - CSEC 1310
    • System Security - CSEC 2310
    • Access Control - CSEC 2320
    • Network Security - CSEC 2324
    • Industrial System Security - CSEC 3330
    • Cloud Security - CSEC 4312
    • Human Behavior & Privacy - CSEC 4314

Adjunct Faculty

2020 - Present

UA - Pulaski Technical College, N. Little Rock, AR

  • Developed and instructed Cybersecurity and Information Systems courses
    • Fund of Information Security - CIS1233
    • Cybersecurity Essentials - CIS1243
    • Network Defense - CIS1344
    • Cisco Academy 1 through 3 - CIS1814, CIS1824, CIS1844
    • Cisco Cyber Operations - CIS2014
    • Cybersecurity Internship Mentor - CIS2113
    • VMware Virtual Infrastructure - CIS2304

Adjunct Professor

2018- 2021

Harford Community College, Bel Air, MD

  • Developed and instructed Cybersecurity and Information Systems courses
    • Introduction to Networking - CIS135
    • Fundamentals of Network Security - CIS210
    • Programming 1: Java - CIS119
    • Introduction to Cybersecurity - ISS105
    • Microsoft Windows Server Operating Systems - CIS211
    • Introduction to Unix/Linux - CIS110
    • Network Defense and Countermeasures - ISS221
    • Introduction to Information Science - CIS102

Adjunct Instructor

2012 - 2018

Air Force Institute of Technology, WPAFB, OH

  • Developed and instructed cyberspace operations courses. Study areas include:
    • Network architecture and principles
    • Offensive cyberspace actions
    • Defensive cyberspace actions
    • Windows operating systems
    • Linux operating systems
    • Incident response
    • Cryptography

Awards & Decorations

Military ribbons and decorations, including the Meritorious Service Medal and Army Commendation Medal
  • Highlights
    • Meritourious Service Medal x2
    • Army Commendation Medal
    • Air Force Achievement Medal
    • Army Achevement Medal

Certifications

Cybersecurity certifications including CISSP, CEH, and Security+

Student Portal

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Department of Computer Science

Introduction to Cybersecurity

(CSEC 1310)

System Secuity

(CSEC 2310)

Access Control

(CSEC 2320)

Network Secuity

(CSEC 2324)

Industrial System Security

(CSEC 3330)

Cloud Secuity

(CSEC 4312)

Human Behavior and Privacy

(CSEC 4314)

UA - Pulaski Technical College

School of Business Information Technology

Network Defense

(CIS 1344)

VMware Infrastucture

(CIS 2304)

Cybersecurity Essentials

(CIS 1243)

Cisco Academy - CCNA

(CIS 1814)

Cyber Operations

(CIS 2014)

Internship

(CIS 2113)

Research Interests

Operational Technology Security

CyberSecurity Workforce Development

Cybersecurity Tools Usability for BVI

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