ABOUT US
ABOUT US
​This initiative is dedicated to promoting cybercrime awareness—empowering individuals, organizations, and communities to recognize, prevent, and respond to online threats.
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The CIC provides technical training for law enforcement, child-safety initiatives, and public awareness programs to help people stay secure online. We also offer specialized education for cyber-investigators and support agencies worldwide in using AI, robotics, and advanced technologies ethically and effectively to combat cybercrime.
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With partners in over 20 countries, the CIC unites academia, government, law enforcement, and industry to strengthen global cyber resilience and protect vulnerable populations.
Leadership Team
Dr. Kyung-Shick Choi
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Director of Cybercrime Investigation & Cybersecurity (CIC)
Dr. Choi is a Professor of the Practice and Graduate Program Director of Boston University’s Cybercrime Investigation & Cybersecurity (CIC) programs, where he leads education, research, and training initiatives in digital forensics, cybercrime investigation, and cybersecurity policy.
​An advocate for interdisciplinary collaboration, Dr. Choi fosters partnerships between criminology and technology disciplines to develop effective strategies for cybercrime prevention and response. Through the CIC, he offers specialized training programs and research workshops for law enforcement professionals and global practitioners.
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Dr. Choi is also the founder of the International White Hat Conference, a global initiative uniting academia, government, and industry leaders to advance ethical cybersecurity practices and international cooperation against cybercrime. The conference has grown into a flagship forum promoting innovation, knowledge exchange, and global dialogue on emerging digital threats.
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Dr. Choi has an extensive record of designing and delivering law-enforcement training in computer forensics, child exploitation, and cybercrime investigation. He founded the Cybercrime Division of the American Society of Criminology (ASC) and facilitated the Korean Institute of Criminology’s global project, the Virtual Forum Against Cybercrime (VFAC), in cooperation with the United Nations. He has lectured at INTERPOL, AMERIPOL, and Spain’s ENISE conferences, and testified before the Massachusetts Statehouse in support of cybersecurity legislation (Bill No. H2814).
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As the founding Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Cybersecurity Intelligence & Cybercrime (IJCIC), Dr. Choi continues to advance scholarship in the field. His research focuses on the intersection of human behavior, technology, and criminal justice responses to cybercrime. In 2008, he introduced the Cyber-Routine Activities Theory (Cyber-RAT), now recognized as a foundational framework in computer-crime victimization research.
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Dr. Choi’s scholarship has appeared in numerous peer-reviewed journals and books, including Cybercriminology (2023, Korean edition), Digital Forensics and Cyber Investigation (2022), The Foundations of Statistics in Criminology and Criminal Justice (2020), Cibercriminología (2017, Spanish edition), Cybercriminology and Digital Investigation (2015), and Risk Factors in Computer Crime (2010). He has led multiple federally funded projects with the National Institute of Justice (NIJ), the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), and the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) to strengthen national capacity in cybercrime investigation and digital forensics.
Leadership Team
Lisa G. Venus is a dedicated law enforcement professional with over 25 years of service in the Boston Police Department. Recently promoted to sergeant and assigned to the Roxbury District.
Lisa Venus supervises a team of patrol officers, providing leadership, guidance, and operational oversight in critical situations to ensure the safety and well-being of the community.
Throughout her career, Lisa Venus has served in various capacities within the department, including patrol operations and community engagement roles. Her extensive experience responding to 911 calls and working directly with residents has given her a comprehensive understanding of the diverse needs and challenges within the City of Boston.
Over the years, Lisa Venus has observed a notable shift in the landscape of crime—from traditional physical offenses to those occurring in the digital space. Recognizing that seniors and youth are particularly vulnerable to cyber threats, she has made it a professional priority to promote cybercrime awareness and prevention. She actively collaborates with organizations committed to equipping these populations with the knowledge and tools necessary to safeguard themselves against online exploitation and fraud.
Lisa Venus holds a Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice and Urban Affairs from Boston University. Her academic background, combined with her extensive field experience, underscores her commitment to advancing public safety, community education, and proactive crime prevention in both the physical and digital realms.
Through this platform, Lisa Venus continues her mission to educate, empower, and protect individuals, organizations, and communities from emerging cyber threats—fostering a safer and more informed digital environment for all.
Lisa Venus
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Boston Police