About
Chip Thornsburg is a Professor of Cyber Defense at Northeast Lakeview College in San Antonio. Chip is responsible for developing curriculum and practical lab projects to train the next generation of Cyber workers. Chip retains his status as a Master Peace Officer in Texas and an Electronic Crimes Investigator. He has conducted cyber investigations for over 15 years, is a member of the National White Collar Crime Center (NW3C), has been inducted into the Order of the Sword and Shield, and is a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the US Secret Service's Electronic Crime Task Force for incident response and ransomware attacks.
Featured Work
Intrusion Detection: An Introductory Guide
This book offers a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the world of intrusion detection. Designed for beginners and those seeking a foundational understanding, it covers the core concepts, techniques, and tools used to identify and respond to malicious activity within computer systems and networks. This book has been used in multiple college-level courses with a focus on hands-on learning.
The book provides a solid foundation for anyone interested in a career in cybersecurity or seeking to deepen their understanding of intrusion detection techniques. The updated version offers additional insights into emerging Artificial Intelligence (AI) threats, the growing concern of online criminal cartels, and how to leverage AI tools to enhance your cybersecurity awareness and productivity.
