METUCHEN, NJ, August 20, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Scott Schober has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

An established expert in his field, Mr. Schober currently serves as the chief executive officer of Berkeley Varitronics Systems, a role he has held since 1990. Under his leadership, the company has become a recognized innovator in wireless technology and cybersecurity solutions. Among his most notable achievements is the development of the Wolfhound Pro, a specialized tool designed for law enforcement to track suspects using cell phone frequencies. This device has been deployed alongside advanced surveillance equipment like Stingrays to locate individuals involved in criminal activities. It has also been used during rescue operations, recently utilized in the French Alps to help locate a trapped individual by detecting a cell phone signal, ultimately saving a life.

In addition to his executive responsibilities, Mr. Schober is also the host of Cybersecurity Brief and has served as a speaker and cybersecurity subject matter expert through www.ScottSchober.com since 2014. He regularly shares insights on his website about cyber threats and best practices for digital safety, furthering public understanding of cybersecurity risks.

Mr. Schober is the host of the video podcast series What Keeps You Up at Night?, where top cybersecurity experts share their greatest cyber fears. He also co-hosts the audio podcast Cyber Coast to Coast alongside his brother and business partner, Craig Schober. Both shows are available on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Mr. Schober is a highly sought-after author and expert for live security events, media appearances, and commentary on the topics of ransomware, wireless threats, drone surveillance and hacking, cybersecurity for consumers, and small business. He is often seen on ABC News, Bloomberg TV, Al Jazeera America, CBS This Morning News, CNN, Fox Business, and many more networks. Mr. Schober's advisory roles include serving as an advisor for BlockSafe Technologies Inc. and as a member of the board of advisors at Cyberlitica. His expertise is further recognized through his position as senior advisor at Dark Cryptonite and as senior board member of the Global Cybersecurity Association.

Furthering his expertise and network, Mr. Schober's professional affiliations extend to membership on the board of Carson Technologies, participation on the cybersecurity advisory board for ThingBlox and involvement with the New Jersey Technical Council.

Academically, Mr. Schober earned a Bachelor of Science in computer science and information technology from Kean University in Union, New Jersey, in 1992. Complementing this degree, he holds certification as a National Weather Service Spotter from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

Throughout his career, Mr. Schober has been recognized for both technical contributions and thought leadership. He was a presenter at the 29th IEEE Annual Symposium on Direction Finding Techniques hosted by the IEEE and holds a patent for "A System and Method for Identifying a Television Program." His expertise has also earned him industry accolades, including being named to Cybercrime Magazine's Wireless Security, Cybersecurity Pundits 2024 List of Industry Experts and ranking number eighteen on The 100 Most Influential People In Cyber Security by Cybersecurity Newsletter in 2021.

Mr. Schober's influence extends into civic engagement through his service on the Skimmer Education Task Group for the National Conference on Weights and Measures, supporting library fundraising efforts at Metuchen Public Library since, contributing to the cybersecurity board of advisors at Kean University and participating on the board of directors for The Kean University Foundation Inc.

As an author, Mr. Schober has published several works aimed at educating both professionals and the general public about cyber risks and solutions. His books include "Senior Cyber" published in 2021, "Cyber Security Is Everybody's Business" released in 2019 and "Hacked Again" published in 2016. He has further contributed articles such as "Brand Hacking: The Sting of a Cyber-breach" to The Huffington Post and served as a freelance writer for Fortune/Money Magazine under Time Inc.

Reflecting on his career, Mr. Schober attributes his success to lessons learned from his father, who emphasized perseverance, critical thinking and hard work. Additionally, early exposure to Berkeley Varitronics Systems, a family business, fostered his passion for technology and personal experiences with cybercrime and identity theft deepened his resolve to educate others about digital security.

Looking ahead, Mr. Schober aims to launch his fourth book to share stories and insights about the dark web and online corruption. He remains dedicated to empowering individuals with practical strategies for online safety, prioritizing education over product sales to help people protect themselves from cyber threats. Through continued advocacy, he seeks to inspire future generations to advance efforts in cybersecurity awareness and protection.

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