Technical Services:
Short Biography
John Vacca is an information technology consultant, researcher, professional writer, editor, reviewer and internationally-known, best-selling author based in Pomeroy, Ohio. Since 1982, John has authored, edited and published more than 89 books (some of his most recent published books include):
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Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy (FIGG) and DNA Evidence 1st Edition (ISBN: 9781032714974) (Publisher: CRC Press (an imprint of Taylor & Francis Group, LLC (April 22, 2026))
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Environmental Meteorology and Climate Manipulation: Solving Climate-Geoengineering Technology Problems (ISBN: 9780443215094) (Publisher: Elsevier Inc. (March 27, 2026))
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Computer and Information Security Handbook, 4th Edition__SET: 9780443132230; Vol. 1: 9780443158551; Vol. 2: 9780443158568 (Publisher: Elsevier Inc. (September 2, 2024))
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Smart Cities Policies and Financing: Approaches and Solutions, 1st Edition (Publisher: Elsevier Inc. (January 24, 2022))
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Cloud Computing Security: Foundations and Challenges, 2nd Edition (Publisher: CRC Press (an imprint of Taylor & Francis Group, LLC (November 2, 2020))
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Solving Urban Infrastructure Problems Using Smart City Technologies: Handbook on Planning, Design, Development, and Regulation, 1st Edition (Publisher: Elsevier Inc. (September 30, 2020))
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Online Terrorist Propaganda, Recruitment, and Radicalization, 1st Edition (Publisher: CRC Press (an imprint of Taylor & Francis Group, LLC (August 9, 2019))
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Nanoscale Networking and Communications Handbook, 1st Edition (Publisher: CRC Press (an imprint of Taylor & Francis Group, LLC (July 22, 2019))
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Computer and Information Security Handbook, 3E (Publisher: Morgan Kaufmann (an imprint of Elsevier Inc. (June 10, 2017))
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Security in the Private Cloud (Publisher: CRC Press (an imprint of Taylor & Francis Group, LLC (September 1, 2016))
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Cloud Computing Security: Foundations and Challenges (Publisher: CRC Press (an imprint of Taylor & Francis Group, LLC (August 19, 2016))
as well as, more than 600 articles in the areas of advanced storage, computer security and aerospace technology (copies of articles and books are available upon request).
John was also a configuration management specialist, computer specialist, and the computer security official (CSO) for NASA's space station program (Freedom) and the International Space Station Program, from 1988 until his retirement from NASA in 1995.
In addition, John is also an independent online book reviewer. Finally, John was one of the security consultants for the MGM movie titled: "AntiTrust," which was released on January 12, 2001. A detailed copy of John's author bio can be viewed here and John can be reached here.
Education
Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas
Master of Science – Computer Science
Degree, December 17, 1982
Emporia State University, Emporia, Kansas
Master of Business Administration – Management
Degree, December 22, 1978
Washburn University, Topeka, Kansas
Bachelor of Business Administration – Accounting
Degree, May 16, 1976
U.S. Air Force, 1967-71
Subject Areas of Expertise
Artificial Intelligence Human Life Extension
Artificial Intelligence Longevity
Artificial Intelligence Anti-aging Implementation & Deployment
Forensic Science
Configuration Management
Computer Security
Internet Security
Satellite Encryption
Advanced Technologies
Networks
Intelligent Transportation Systems
Wireless Broadband Networks
Wireless Network Security
IM Security
Storage Area Networks
Ecommerce
Telecommunications
Wireless Data
Astronomy
Astrophysics
Neuroscience
Geology
Nanotechnology
National Infrastructure
Private Cloud Security
Smart Cities Security
Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy (FIGG)
Data Base Administration
Application & Software Development
Intranet Security & Disaster Recovery
Engineering
Satellite Communications
Systems Management
Data Warehousing
Information Warfare
Computer Forensics
Optical Networking
Robotics
Virtual Reality
SSL/TLS
High-Speed Networks
Physics
Chemistry
Energy
Meteorology
Terrorism: International & Domestic
Artificial Intelligence
Climate Change
Election Security
DNA Evidence
Program Control
Information Technology Management
Multimedia
Aerospace Technologies
Cabling
Holography
Net Privacy
Public Key Infrastructure
Identity Management
Router Installation
iMode Wireless
Identity Theft
Facilities Security
Microelectronics
Cosmology
Biology
Paleontology
Science
Smart Cities Technologies
Cloud Computing Security
Life Extension, Longevity & Aging
Smart Cities Policies & Financing
Technical Consultant on TV/Motion Pictures
Antitrust, MGM, Starring academy award winner Tim Robbins - Release Date: January 12, 2001
Collateral, United Artists, Starring golden globe award winner Tom Cruise - Release Date: August 6, 2004
Identity Theft: The Michelle Brown Story, Lifetime Television for Women, Starring Kimberly Williams-Paisley and Annabella Sciorra [Expert Source and Inspiration for: "Quiz: Are You At Risk," by Sara Eckel - Release Date: November 1, 2004
Certificates and Awards
NASA Headquarters Exceptional Performance Award to SSFP Restructuring Team
Received October 2, 1991 from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) for outstanding individual initiative, ability and accomplishments in the performance of duties in support of NASA objectives at Headquarters.
Superior Accomplishment Award For Special Act or Service
Received on July 12, 1990 from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) for coordinating and monitoring the development of the Configuration Management Status Accounting System; and, directing the closure of thousands of Level II Action Items, which considerably reduced the number of outstanding actions.
Organizations
Planetary Society, Pasadena, California
Society For Technical Communication, Washington, D.C.
Institute Of Electrical Engineers, Inc. (IEEE), Piscataway, New Jersey