About

Dr. Curtis (Curt) Rasmussen is a remarkable figure whose diverse career and personal passions intertwine to benefit both community and technology. With 22 years of service in the US Navy, where he retired as a Chief Petty Officer, rescue diver, and dive instructor, Dr. Rasmussen honed life-saving skills that underscore his dedication to community service through dive rescues. Transitioning to his current role as the Senior Industrial-Organizational Psychologist at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, he leverages his PhD in Industrial-Organizational Psychology to offer profound insights into leadership and organizational development.

Dr. Rasmussen’s innovative spirit shines through his work with artificial intelligence, where he has filed three patent applications, pushing the boundaries of technological advancement. His expertise extends to human-machine teaming, where he explores new frontiers to enhance collaboration between humans and technology, significantly impacting the cybersecurity workforce. In his leisure time, he continues to scuba dive—rescuing and educating—while riding motorcycles, blending adventure with his commitment to AI exploration.