Keri Pearlson

Keri Pearlson is a Principal Research Scientist and Senior Lecturer at the MIT Sloan School of Management. She is affiliated with the Information Technology academic area and the Cybersecurity at MIT Sloan (CAMS) research consortium. Pearlson's research focuses on cybersecurity resilience, including how boards of directors govern digital risk, AI-related security challenges, and organizational cybersecurity culture. She has held academic and industry positions at institutions such as Babson College, The University of Texas at Austin, and AT&T. She is also the coauthor of the textbook 'Managing and Using Information: A Strategic Approach.'

Keri Pearlson is a Principal Research Scientist and PI at MIT, focusing on information systems, cybersecurity, and the organizational impacts of technology. Her research explores strategic implications of technological advancements, particularly in information systems management and cybersecurity culture. Pearlson's work addresses challenges such as telecommuting, telemedicine, and the integration of cybersecurity practices within organizations. She investigates how technology influences organizational behavior, adaptability, and resilience, emphasizing the importance of strategic management in navigating digital transformation. Her publications highlight the need for proactive cybersecurity measures and the development of frameworks for secure, efficient, and customer-centric technological systems.