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.
This book is ideal for:
• Students studying cybersecurity
• IT professionals new to security
• Anyone interested in learning about intrusion detection
• Security enthusiasts
The book provides a strong foundation for anyone interested in a career in cybersecurity or looking to enhance their knowledge of intrusion detection techniques. The updated version provides additional insights on emerging Artificial Intelligence (AI) threats, the growing concern of online criminal cartels, and how to leverage AI tools to increase your cybersecurity awareness and productivity.
