Faculty Profile

Darryl Santry

Darryl Santry

Program Chair, Cybersecurity - A.S. and B.S.

College of Technology

Assistant Professor

B.S., St. Joseph's University

M.S., Wilmington University

Biography

Mr. Darryl Santry, Assistant Professor, acts as the Chair for two programs - Chair of the M.S. Cybersecurity and M.S. Information Systems Technologies-Information Assurance programs at Wilmington University.  Mr. Santry integrates a multifaceted career that spans academia, military service, law enforcement, and digital forensics.

Since joining Wilmington University in 2017 as an Adjunct Instructor, Darryl prides himself in imparting cybersecurity knowledge and expertise to students.

Before joining Wilmington University, Darryl managed a specialized Digital Forensic lab. This unit provided critical assistance to local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. His expertise in analyzing digital evidence played a pivotal role in solving complex law/cybersecurity cases, including cyber incidents and ransomware attacks.

Darryl’s military service commenced at the age of 17 when he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. After completing his service, Darryl pursued higher education at Saint Joseph’s University, opening new doors for his career. 

Mr. Santry currently serves as a Senior Leader and Cyber Warfare Operator in the DE Air National Guard, contributing to national security efforts. His tours with US Cyber Command underscore his commitment to safeguarding critical systems.

Mr. Santry actively participates in the global community of digital investigators through the International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS). Additionally, he is involved in the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Program (ICAC) and collaborates with Delaware InfraGard to protect critical infrastructure against cyber threats.

Beyond the classroom, Darryl delivers guest lectures and presentations at various computer and cybersecurity conferences worldwide. His passion for education and advocacy shapes the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.