David D. Geer
Verified- Cybersecurity Content Writer, Journalist, Freelance
- Cybersecurity Journalist, Communications of the ACM
Cleveland, Ohio
As seen in:
Communications of the ACM
Covers:
I cover cybersecurity
Freelance cybersecurity content writer, journalist | Former CSO Magazine writer | 25 Years | Helping companies reach decision-makers with authoritative content.
Interview
What was your first job as a journalist?
I've always worked as an independent journalist serving clients and publications. My first clients included Smart Computing and Hostingtech.
Who's your favorite fictional journalist?
Edgar Allan Poe
What does it mean to be a journalist?
I write news stories for online news sites.
How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
If you have an assignment, project, or lead on a possible project for me, email me at david@davidgeer.com. Thanks!
What tools and software do you use to do your job?
I use Microsoft Word 2016, Google Search Engine, Google Chrome, Microsoft Outlook 2016, and a number of other tools.
What's your favorite social network?
LinkedIn is my favorite by far.
Why did you become a journalist?
I've written since the age of 14. I could always write well. My mind is always working.
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
Using Psychology to Bolster Cybersecurity https://cacm.acm.org/news/using-psychology-to-bolster-cybersecurity/
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
Love it or leave it.
When's the best time to pitch you?
If you are an assigning editor or potential client or you have a lead, reach out anytime by email.
What's your favorite drink?
Powerade Zero!
Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?
Bleeping Computer
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