Dr. William Triplett

Dr. William Triplett is a Dissertation Chair with Capitol Technology University. Dr. Triplett is a highly respected scholar, educator, and executive with over 20 years of experience at the nexus of cybersecurity, healthcare technology, and organizational leadership. He has made significant contributions to his fields, including pioneering research in artificial intelligence (AI) integration and addressing cybersecurity vulnerabilities in healthcare systems. His work emphasizes the critical need to secure smart medical devices and hospital infrastructure against growing cyber threats. 

Throughout his career, Dr. Triplett has balanced academic excellence with practical leadership. He has held advisory roles for several organizations, mentoring aspiring professionals and collaborating with institutions to align academic programs with industry demands. He also serves as an adjunct faculty member with University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) and University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC), delivering courses that prepare future leaders in cybersecurity and technology innovation. 

Dr. Triplett is active in professional organizations such as the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) and Healthcare Information Management Executives (HIME), and American College of Health Data Management, where he influences both educational and operational advancements in the field. 

Dr. Triplett’s accomplishments extend to numerous peer-reviewed publications addressing cybersecurity risks in electronic health records (EHRs) and the application of AI in mitigating healthcare vulnerabilities. He has been a sought-after speaker at major conferences, including the NIST Cybersecurity Symposium and the HIMSS Maryland Conference. 

Dr. Triplett’s academic achievements are extensive, and he holds several advanced degrees. His academic rigor and visionary leadership have been instrumental in shaping cybersecurity and healthcare technology education, and his focus on practical solutions, particularly in advancing security for critical infrastructure, ensures that his work remains impactful and relevant. 

Dr. Triplett’s contributions extend beyond teaching and research. He has forged partnerships between academic institutions and industry stakeholders, ensuring the development of future-ready professionals equipped to address complex global challenges. 

Areas of Expertise 

• Cybersecurity Leadership and Policy 

• Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare Systems 

• Interdisciplinary Education in STEM Fields 

• Healthcare Technology and Smart Device Security

• Cyber and Systems Engineering

• Human Factors 

• Management of Technology

Biography 

Education 

• Ph.D., Cybersecurity Leadership, Capitol Technology University 

• Doctorate, Strategic Leadership, Regent University 

• Ph.D., Healthcare Technology 

• Executive M.B.A., Liberty University 

Organizations & Affiliations 

• American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) 

• Healthcare Information Management Executives (HIME) 

• American College of Health Data Management