Professional Experience

• Investigative Analyst at Black Milk Security, LLC (2025–2026)
• Research Assistant at Florida Atlantic University (2024)
• Teaching Assistant at Florida Atlantic University (2023–2024)
• Management Consultant at K&D Corporation (2020–2023)
• Data Entry Clerk at Nordia Inc. (2020)

Mr. Vitalii Artemenko is a criminologist, researcher, and investigative analyst whose professional and academic experience spans criminological research, security analysis, consulting, project management, logistics management, and higher education. His work is driven by an interest in understanding complex security and criminal justice challenges through rigorous research, data-informed analysis, and practical problem-solving.

Beginning in Fall 2026, Mr. Artemenko will pursue a Ph.D. in Criminology and Criminal Justice at Florida State University, where he plans to further develop his research interests in national security, transnational crime, criminal justice policy, community-based policing, and the intersection of law and technology.

From 2025 to June 2026, Mr. Artemenko served as an Investigative Analyst at Black Milk Security, LLC, where he applied criminological theory and crime analysis to security incidents, investigative research, and emerging threats. His work included conducting in-depth research in support of threat mitigation and risk assessments, identifying patterns and trends relevant to security and investigative decision-making, and contributing to strategies designed to reduce risk and prevent future incidents.

Previously, Mr. Artemenko worked as a Management Consultant at K&D Corporation, specializing in administrative management, supply chain logistics, freight coordination, media relations, and operational consulting. He has extensive experience in procurement and strategic sourcing, full-spectrum supply chain services, project management, and foreign investment and relations support. From negotiating international freight quotes to managing digital platforms and supporting humanitarian initiatives, Mr. Artemenko delivered end-to-end solutions tailored to complex client needs.

Academically, Mr. Artemenko holds a Master of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice from Florida Atlantic University (2025) and a Bachelor of Arts with Honors in Criminology from Wilfrid Laurier University (2022). Mr. Artemenko's academic work has focused on topics such as cybercrime, restorative justice, and a co-authored publication on public support for drug courts, which is currently published in the Journal of Criminal Justice and Behavior. His Area Paper focused on whistleblowing in the U.S. Government. As both a Research Assistant and Teaching Assistant, Mr. Artemenko has contributed to scholarly publications and supported student learning in higher education.

Fluent in English, Ukrainian, and Russian, Mr. Artemenko brings an interdisciplinary and international perspective to his academic and professional work. His research interests center on national security, transnational and organized crime, criminal justice policy, policing, emerging technologies, and the relationship between law, security, and technology.

Mr. Artemenko is also an Instrument-Rated Private Pilot with a longstanding passion for aviation. He continues to expand his aeronautical knowledge and flight experience while pursuing additional endorsements and qualifications as he progresses through advanced stages of pilot training. Aviation has been a lifelong interest and remains an important part of his personal and professional development, reflecting his commitment to continuous learning, technical proficiency, discipline, and sound decision-making.

Whether examining security threats, conducting criminological research, studying criminal justice institutions, or addressing complex organizational challenges, Mr. Artemenko is committed to producing research and analysis with practical relevance and meaningful social impact.