# Bruce Schneier

> Cryptographer, author, lecturer at Harvard Kennedy School.

Schneier is a lecturer in public policy at the Harvard Kennedy School, a faculty affiliate at the Ash Center, a fellow at Harvard's Berkman Klein Center, a board member of EFF, and Chief of Security Architecture at Inrupt. He is the author of 14 books on cryptography, security and society.

- **Category:** [Influencers & Voices](https://gracker.ai/cyber-resources/influencers)
- **Website:** https://www.schneier.com
- **Location:** Cambridge, MA, USA
- **Company:** Harvard Kennedy School / Inrupt / EFF
- **Title:** Lecturer; Chief of Security Architecture; Board Member
- **Verified:** Yes
- **Last updated:** April 21, 2026

## Expertise

- Cryptography
- Security policy
- Privacy
- AI & security
- Security economics

## Frequently asked questions

### Who is Bruce Schneier?

Bruce Schneier is a cryptographer, computer security professional and best-selling author who has been shaping public thinking on security, privacy and power for three decades. His blog Schneier on Security and newsletter Crypto-Gram reach more than 250,000 readers.

### What is Bruce Schneier's current role?

Bruce Schneier is Lecturer; Chief of Security Architecture; Board Member at Harvard Kennedy School / Inrupt / EFF.

### What is Bruce Schneier known for?

Bruce Schneier focuses on Cryptography, Security policy, Privacy, AI & security, Security economics.

### Where is Bruce Schneier based?

Bruce Schneier is based in Cambridge, MA, USA.

### What is Bruce Schneier listed under on Cyber Resources?

Bruce Schneier is listed in the Influencers & Voices category of Cyber Resources, the curated directory of the cybersecurity marketing and growth ecosystem.
