Joining us today is Irving “Irv” Bruckstein, a transformational technology executive with more than three decades of experience across higher education, enterprise IT, and cybersecurity. He most recently served as Chief Information Officer at Washington College, where he rebuilt IT operations following a ransomware incident, modernized infrastructure, and led major initiatives in cybersecurity, digital transformation, and online learning.

Irv is now the incoming CEO of CyberAI Group, where he is focused on advancing AI-driven cybersecurity solutions and helping organizations strengthen resilience in an evolving threat landscape. Known for building high-performing teams and aligning technology with strategic outcomes, he brings a pragmatic, results-oriented approach to leadership. He holds a B.S. in Computer Science and Mathematics and an M.S. in Cybersecurity from Hofstra University’s DeMatteis School of Engineering. Irv, welcome to Small College America.