Michael Harris
Adjunct Professor, Information Technology | Tulane University
New Orleans, LA, UNITED STATES
Michael Harris is an expert in the areas of information technology and cybersecurity.
Biography
Michael Harris is a seasoned IT professional and entrepreneur. He has worked with law enforcement, Fortune 500, government, education and local business over the years to setup and improve information systems, training and cyber security. Michael Harris earned his Master’s degree in Information Systems and Security from Walden University in Baltimore Maryland and his Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Belhaven College in Jackson Mississippi. He has been the go-to IT consultant for DOD contractors, FBI, Homeland Security, EOC, and local businesses for 15 + years.
Michael Harris is also highly sought after in the field of health and fitness where he is an ISSA Elite Trainer and fitness studio owner. As a Sports Nutritionist and Personal Trainer, he has helped change the lives of hundreds of families through healthy eating and exercise.
Areas of Expertise (5)
Cybersecurity
Information Technology
Information Technology Training
Information & Cyber Security Management
Sports Nutrition
Education (2)
Walden University: Masters Degree, Information Systems and Security
Belhaven College: Bachelor of Arts, Business Management
Media Appearances (3)
Largest water utility company in US targeted by cyberattack
The National Desk tv
2024-10-08
The company doesn't believe its facilities or operations were impacted by the attack but Michael Harris, an IT professional at Tulane University said regardless, the company should look into updating its cybersecurity.
More scammers are getting away with fraud; will only get worse as technology advances
The National Desk tv
2024-07-08
You have to verify in some form or fashion nowadays and that's a terrible sense that you can't trust a face, a voice, an email," said Michael Harris, an adjunct professor at Tulane University.
Are Public Charging Stations More Dangerous Than Public Wi-Fi? Not Really
Lifewire online
2023-04-12
"Juice jacking is where a bad actor uses public USB ports to introduce malware or monitoring applications to a user's device." Michael Harris, a Tulane University IT professional who has worked with law enforcement, told Lifewire via email. "People should follow good cybersecurity basic hygiene and bring their own outlet charger or battery charger while traveling when they are in need of a charge instead of using public charging stations."
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