About Don Scott

Meet the Author

Donald Scott brings a unique perspective to political thriller writing, combining deep knowledge of advanced defense technologies with a keen understanding of contemporary cybersecurity challenges. His background in naval electronics, missile systems, and information security informs every page of The Janus Legacy series.

With over two decades of experience spanning U.S. Navy specialized electronics, defense research at ATK Missile Systems, and executive roles in cybersecurity, Scott understands the complex technological landscape that modern intelligence professionals navigate daily. His characters face the same impossible choices that real-world operatives encounter when cutting-edge technology meets national security imperatives.

Scott’s expertise extends from classified military systems to AI-driven surveillance platforms, including direct collaborations with government agencies on advanced security technologies. As a certified penetration specialist and ethical hacker, his understanding of digital vulnerabilities transcends theory, having been tested against sophisticated defense systems. His maritime security operations experience adds a tactical edge that gives his fiction its razor-sharp authenticity.

Scott’s writing explores the tension between technological capability and democratic oversight, asking difficult questions about the price of security in an increasingly connected world. His work has been praised for its authentic technical detail, complex characters, and unflinching examination of power in the digital age.

When he’s not writing, Scott enjoys cave diving, offshore sailing, and aviation. An accomplished technical diver and certified pilot, he brings a calculated approach to high-risk environments that infuses his fiction with rare authenticity. He currently resides in Europe, where he continues to observe the intersection of technology and national security that inspires his fiction.