Adrian Johnson
TLDR:
- Mitch Kajzer, a cybersecurity and public safety leader in St. Joseph County, retires after a long career.
- Kajzer started an innovative program at Notre Dame that allowed students to assist in cybercrime investigations.
St. Joseph County cybersecurity & public safety leader retires
A local public and cyber safety leader, Mitch Kajzer, is retiring after serving on the South Bend Police Department and being shot in the line of duty in 1992. He played a key role in starting a program at Notre Dame that allowed students to assist in cybercrime investigations, a concept that has now spread to other universities in the state.
Over the years, Kajzer and his students have helped local law enforcement agencies in northern Indiana and Southern Michigan solve crimes using digital forensics skills. His dedication to training the next generation of cybercrime investigators has been praised by students, with many expressing gratitude for the opportunities and trust he has provided.
Despite retirement, Kajzer plans to continue teaching digital forensics with more flexibility, while moving closer to his family. His impact on cyber safety in the region and his commitment to educating students in this field will be remembered by those who have worked with him.
