Cedrick Nkulu has joined Athens State University as its chief information officer. Nkulu brings 15 years of information technology experience to the role.
Nkulu most recently served as chief technology and information security officer at the University of Tennessee Southern where he managed IT strategic plans, budgets and policies while aligning IT initiatives with the university’s goals and enhanced operational efficiency.
Nkulu has a master’s degree in information security and assurance from Middle Tennessee State University and a bachelor’s degree from UT Southern. He also has been certified by Certified Information Systems Security Professional, GIAC Critical Controls Certification and CompTIA Security+.
When speaking of Nkulu, Catherine Wehlburg, president of Athens State University, said, “His leadership comes at a critical time, as technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, and I am confident he will help us navigate this ever-changing landscape with vision and innovation.”