Tallinn University of Technology, Faculty of Information Technology 
Tallinn, Estonia

Marko Arik, PhD is a student at Taltech Tallinn University of Technology, researching cyberspace operations. He has over 20 years of exemplary service in the Estonian Defence Forces in positions such as: Head of IT Management, Head of CIRC, Head of Cyber-security, Head of Cyberspace Operations. Mr Arik is also a reserve military officer and cybersecurity lead, who is continuously involved in participating, planning, and executing international cybersecurity exercises, such as CX Crossed Swords and Locked Shields.