Summary
Baek Jaejong is an Assistant Teaching Professor and cybersecurity researcher at Arizona State University's School of Computing and Augmented Intelligence, specializing in mobile and wireless network security, Telco (5G), access control, blockchain, and digital forensics. With a Ph.D. from Yonsei University and nine years of experience spanning postdoctoral research, research scientist roles, and teaching, he blends rigorous academic research with practical classroom instruction. His background includes long service as a commissioned officer in the ROK Navy and adjunct teaching in defense-focused programs, giving him a unique perspective on applied security in operational environments. Colleagues value him not for grandstanding but for careful preparation and a pragmatic commitment to being useful to students and practitioners. He leads work in the SEFCOM/CDF research group at ASU, translating cutting-edge research into teachable, real-world security practices.
10 years of coding experience
5 years of employment as a software developer
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Network and System Security, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Network and System Security at Yonsei University
English, japenese