Justin Jetton

Title
Adjunct Faculty, College of Aviation
Email
Department
Department of Aeronautics
College
College of Aviation

Dr. Justin Jettòn is an adjunct professor in the Worldwide Applied Aerospace Science Department. He holds a Ph.D. in Information Technology from the University of the Cumberlands and an M.S. in Computer Information Systems from Bellevue University. He also works as a Senior Threat Intelligence Engineer and previously worked in threat intelligence roles for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Command. 

Dr. Jettòn is a cybersecurity expert and researcher with over 20 years of experience spanning cyber threat intelligence, advanced analytics, and digital forensics. His research interests center on cyber threat intelligence, the adoption of cybersecurity tools, and leveraging artificial intelligence for indications and warnings in national security and private sector environments.

Dr. Jettòn has conducted pivotal research on how risk perception influences technology adoption in critical sectors, particularly within healthcare and law firms, expanding on the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) to address modern cybersecurity challenges. His findings have been shared at prominent industry conferences, including the Rocky Mountain Information Security Conference and H-ISAC.

A passionate advocate for integrating AI in cybersecurity, Dr. Jettòn’s work on using artificial intelligence for near real-time threat analysis has provided valuable insights into enhancing early warning systems for space and cyber operations. His contributions in threat intelligence team development, cloud adoption risks, and improving cybersecurity metrics have significantly influenced how organizations approach these challenges.

Through his academic and professional roles, Dr. Jettòn continues to shape the field, combining technical rigor with a dedication to educating and empowering others in the fight against evolving cyber threats.

  • Ph.D. - Doctor of Philosophy in Information Technology, University of the Cumberlands
  • M.S. - Master of Science in Computer Information Systems: IT Security, Bellevue University
  • M.A. - Master of Arts in International Relations and Conflict Resolution: Comparative and Security Issues, American Military University
  • B.A. - Bachelor of Arts in International Relations: International Conflict, American Military University
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) - International Information System Certification Consortium
  • MMIS 320: Business Information Systems
  • SPAC 515: Cybersecurity Apps in Space
MACY-516: Operational Technology Risks in Aviation - IoT, ICS, SCADA
MACY-515: Foundations of Aviation Cybersecurity
MACY-520: ​Aviation Cybersecurity Threats, Actors, Tools, and Techniques