Sylvester Kaczmarek - Space, AI & Robotics Cybersecurity
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Introduction
I am Sylvester Kaczmarek, specializing in the crossroads of space robotics, satellite operations, autonomous systems, and secure data management, with a primary emphasis on their cybersecurity. With an integrated approach to these domains, I ensure that the technology of tomorrow is secure and optimized today.
Table of Contents
- Statement
- Professional Overview & Publications
- Cybersecurity Tools & Skills
- Cybersecurity Qualifications & Certifications
- Portfolio Projects
- Contact
Statement
In an era where AI governs data, robots are becoming our co-workers, and space is the new frontier, my mission in cybersecurity is not just to protect but to pave the way for innovations that transcend borders and reimagine boundaries. I aspire to be a leading figure in space cybersecurity, aiming to protect space assets and missions while pioneering innovative methods and protocols for the future of space technology and security. I am dedicated to ensuring that as we push the boundaries of what's technologically possible, we remain grounded in what's technologically secure.
Professional Overview & Publications
For a comprehensive overview of my professional journey, including my resume, education, and certifications, please visit:
Relevant Publications
In line with my ongoing contributions to the field, I have authored and co-authored various publications. Listed below are some of the latest publications that are not under NDA and are unclassified:
- Cybersecurity for satellites is a growing challenge, as threats to space-based infrastructure grow (The Conversation)
- We Need Cybersecurity in Space to Protect Satellites (Scientific American)
- Securing the Stars: Addressing Cybersecurity Challenges in Space Exploration (Cyber Defense Magazine)
- Defending Space Assets From Emerging Threats (Cyber Security Intelligence)
- Space Cybersecurity: Protecting Our Final Frontier (LinkedIn Article)
- Cybersecurity for Space Assets: Focusing on SmallSats and CubeSats (Personal Blog)
- Exploring Global Space Programs: Insights from the CIA's (LinkedIn Article)
- Space Cyber Hacking (Hakin9 Magazine)
- What are robots thinking? (the Royal Society)
- The Evolution of Space Industry Cybersecurity: Embracing Zero Trust (LinkedIn Article)
- Cybersecurity Measures in Modern Space Exploration (PenTest Magazine)
- Cybersecure Lunar Rovers, Safeguarding Moon Exploration, co-authored with William Ferguson (Interstellar Integrity (i2), Pages 4-9)
- Space cybersecurity: Protecting vital infrastructure beyond Earth’s atmosphere (Innovation News Network)
- Why the future of space exploration needs a lunar time zone (Digital Frontier)
- Why do we need coordinated moon time? (The Dispatch Podcast)
- Cybersecurity Challenges in Space Exploration (Arthur D. Little)
- AI Risks and Challenges: Bias, Misuse, Unintended Consequences, and Existential Threats (Safe AI in the Quantum Era Newsletter)
- How Unmanned Surface Vehicles Reshape Strategy for Taiwan (Frontsight Venture Capital)
- Enhancing Urban Safety & Counter-Terrorism through Satellite Security (City Security magazine)
- Biggest space dangers revealed as movie clichés debunked and spacewalks explained
- As threats to space-based infrastructure grow, cybersecurity for satellites is a growing challenge
- The Evolving Cybersecurity Landscape in Space: A New Frontier for National Security (Armed Forces Communications & Electronics Association International (AFCEA))
For public publications, subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsletter. In-depth articles are available upon request.
Cybersecurity Qualifications & Certifications
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Cybersecurity Expertise
I have received cybersecurity training from a variety of organizations, including multiple certified trainings from CISA (Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency), a division of the United States Department of Homeland Security, DCSA (Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency), a part of the United States Department of Defense (DoD), NATO Allied Command Transformation, Google, Cisco, and the British Government's National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). I am certified ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and hold the Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge with a score of 93%. I also completed the 9-month Google Cybersecurity Certification Program with 97.91% grade achieved, and earned the Ce-CSP certification after a rigorous 6-month program with 600+ hours of study, labs, assessments, and quizzes simulating real-world work environments, where I achieved top results and ranked #1.
In addition to my cybersecurity expertise, I have completed certified trainings with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). These trainings underscore my commitment to comprehensive emergency response and crisis management, equipping me with the skills necessary to handle a wide range of crises effectively, ensuring the security and resilience of critical infrastructure in the face of diverse challenges.
Academic Experience
I’m a professor of Cryptography and Secure Communications for both the MSc in Enterprise Cybersecurity and the BSc in Modern Computer Science programs in Italy, and an associate professor of System Engineering, Cybersecurity, and AI/ML for Space Assets in Florida, US.
Additional Information
I hold numerous additional cybersecurity certifications, demonstrating a wide range of knowledge and skills acquired through rigorous training and exams from various organizations. Further details of relevant cyber training, certifications, and academic achievements are shared upon request.
License
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Contact
For sensitive matters, inquiries, or professional collaborations, please reach out via email at space.stranger698@8shield.net. For quicker responses, you can also connect with me on my LinkedIn Profile.







