Dr. Greg Price, the Chief Technology and Security Officer at Troy University, has been recognized as one of the elite IT professionals globally with a top-ten finish in the prestigious 2024 Oncon Icon Technology Professional of the Year Awards. With a distinguished career spanning over three decades, Dr. Price has spent 27 years at Troy University, where he has been pivotal in promoting innovation and excellence in the IT sector.
Over his career, Dr. Price has received numerous awards and honors, including being named one of the top 100 IT Technologists by ComputerWorld and leading Troy University’s cybersecurity team to national recognition. He holds 11 industry certifications, is a licensed engineer in two fields, has secured three technology patents, and authored seven influential books on technology and cybersecurity.
Dr. Price is not just focused on his professional accomplishments but is also involved in social responsibility initiatives. He founded the Alabama Digital Forensics Institute and the Alabama Cyberkids Awareness Program and raised over $3 million for children’s hospitals through his participation in ultra-endurance running events.
During the awards ceremony, Dr. Price expressed his excitement about being named a top-ten finalist for the Icon Award. He emphasized that this recognition is not just about him but acknowledges the collective impact and innovations made by his team at Troy University. Dr. Price attributed their success to collaborative efforts, innovative projects, and boundary-pushing initiatives that they have achieved together.
In conclusion, Dr. Greg Price’s achievements are not only limited to his technical skills but also extend to social responsibility initiatives that he takes up alongside his professional life