Dave Chatterjee

Adjunct Associate Professor in the Engineering Graduate and Professional Programs

Cybersecurity and technology thought leader and subject matter expert Dave Chatterjee is an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Pratt School of Engineering. Dr. Chatterjee has taught Cybersecurity 521, Cybersecurity Program Development, Operations, and Analysis in the Master of Engineering in Cybersecurity Program at the Pratt School of Engineering. He has also taught in the Cybersecurity Executive program. He has delivered guest lectures and mentored product design teams and students in the Master of Engineering Management (MEM) program.

Here is a recent industry quote describing his expertise and contributions to the field of cybersecurity:

-- “Dr. Dave Chatterjee is considered a pioneering figure in cybersecurity, renowned for developing the Commitment-Preparedness-Discipline (CPD) framework, a comprehensive methodology that revolutionizes cybersecurity readiness. With a keen focus on guiding both for-profit and non-profit entities, Dr. Chatterjee excels in fostering high-performance information security cultures, aligning cybersecurity strategies with organizational goals, and ensuring holistic cybersecurity preparedness. His expertise spans diverse industries, including healthcare, technology, education, book and periodical publishing, software development, and higher education.” (AdvisoryCloud)

Dr. Chatterjee was featured in a USA Today article — Dave Chatterjee Drops the Cybersecurity Jargon, Encouraging Proactiveness Rather than Reactiveness. PDF Download. He is also listed in the RSA Conference Expert Portal.

His work has been published in prestigious outlets such as USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, MIT Sloan Management Review, I by IMD, California Management Review, Business Horizons, MIS Quarterly, and Journal of Management Information Systems. Dr. Chatterjee’s research has been sponsored by industry and cited over 3000 times. His highly endorsed book Cybersecurity Readiness: A Holistic and High-Performance Approach was published by SAGE Publishing in March 2021. He is the host and producer of the Cybersecurity Readiness Podcast Series, which has published over 70 episodes and reached listeners in over 100 countries.

Dr. Chatterjee delivers talks worldwide, moderates CXO panel discussions, conducts corporate training, workshops, and webinars, and provides consulting and advisory services. He has appeared in radio and TV interviews and is quoted by news media on significant technology-related developments.

He served as the Chairman of the Board of the Society for Information Management (SIM), Atlanta Chapter, and as a board member of the Cybersecurity Collaborative, offering invaluable insights to chief information officers (CIOs) and chief information security officers (CISOs). He participated in CISO SWAT teams dedicated to addressing critical cybersecurity challenges. He also serves on the advisory board of technology and security companies such as Innovative Technologies AI, Open Street, and Citadel Security Group.

Dr. Chatterjee was Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Organizational Computing and Electronic Commerce, a Taylor & Francis international peer-reviewed research publication.

He has industry certifications in cybersecurity, data analytics, ERP systems, and IT controls. He holds the following cybersecurity certifications: NACD CERT Certificate in Cyber-Risk Oversight Program from NACD (National Association of Corporate Directors), Smart Cities and Critical Infrastructure Security Professional (SCCISP) credential from the IoT Security Institute and the Certificate in Cybersecurity (CC) certification from (ISC)2. 

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Appointments and Affiliations

  • Adjunct Associate Professor in the Engineering Graduate and Professional Programs

Contact Information

  • Office Location: 110 Science Drive, Box 90271, Durham, NC 27708
  • Email Address: dave.chatterjee@duke.edu
  • Websites:

Education

  • M.B.A. East Carolina University, 1992
  • Ph.D. Florida State University, 1997
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (India), 1988
  • Internet of Things Security Institute,
  • International Information System Security Certification Consortium, 2026
  • National Association of Corporate Directors,

Research Interests

Dr. Chatterjee’s interest and expertise lie in the various facets of information technology management – from technology sense-making to implementation and change management, data governance, internal controls, information security, and performance measurement. 

His current research focus is on cybersecurity preparedness and enterprise digitization.

Awards, Honors, and Distinctions

  • 'Thank-a-Teacher' Recognition. The University of Georgia’s Center for Teaching and Learning. 2023
  • UGA Career Center Recognition. The University of Georgia's Career Center. 2023
  • 'Thank-a-Teacher' Recognition. The University of Georgia’s Center for Teaching and Learning. 2023
  • Smart Cities and Critical Infrastructure Security Professional (SCCISP) certification . IoT Security Institute. 2022
  • UGA Career Center Recognition. Director, UGA Career Center. 2019
  • Chair and Speaker, AI and Machine Learning in Future Network. BIT's 6th Annual World Congress. 2019
  • Recognition of Foreign Experts. Vice Director, Department of Foreign Experts Affairs, Zhejiang Province, China,. 2019
  • UGA’s 2018 Teaching Academy Academic Affairs Faculty Symposium. Teaching Academy, The University of Georgia. 2018
  • Outstanding Alumni Recognition Award. St. Xavier's College, Kolkata, India. 2017
  • Outstanding Alumni Recognition Award. Birla High School. 2017
  • UGA Vice Provost's Recognition of PRACS Committee Work. Office of The Vice Provost, The University of Georgia. 2017
  • Provost's Recognition for supporting Center for Undergraduate Research. Provost, The University of Georgia. 2017
  • Judge, Georgia CIO of the Year Award . Georgia CIO Leadership Association. 2015
  • Nomination to UGA Senior Teaching Fellow Award. Department of Management Information Systems, UGA . 2013
  • Co-Chairman, SIMposium 2010, SIM International Conference, . Society for Information Management. 2010
  • Society for Information Management Leader of the Year Award Finalist, 2009. Society for Information Management. 2009
  • Innovative Teaching Recognition, Terry College Alumni magazine in 2009. Terry College of Business, The University of Georgia. 2009
  • Outstanding Teaching Faculty Honoree. The University of Georgia. 2007
  • Outstanding Exec MBA Professor of the Year. Terry College of Business, The University of Georgia. 2007
  • Alpha Kappa Psi, MIS Teacher of the Year Award. Alpha Kappa Psi. 2002

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