About Joe Sremack

Computer scientist and forensic examiner helping organizations understand complex technology when the stakes are high—in litigation, investigations, and regulatory matters.

As Practice Leader of CBIZ's Forensic Data Analytics and Technology division, Joe brings more than two decades of expertise in data analysis, software examination, and AI system investigation to matters involving substantial financial exposure and complex regulatory compliance.

Joe Sremack is an AI expert witness who has consulted on over 500 matters across multiple jurisdictions. He specializes in AI system forensics, source code analysis, and software disputes for litigation, investigations, and risk management. Certified as a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), and Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US), he holds an M.S. in Computer Science from North Carolina State University and a B.A. in Computer Science and Philosophy from The College of Wooster. He is the author of AI Forensics: Investigation and Analysis of Artificial Intelligence Systems (Chapman and Hall/CRC, 2026) and Big Data Forensics (Packt, 2015). Joe has provided expert testimony in state and federal courts and presented findings before federal regulatory agencies.

500+
Consulting Engagements
50+
Countries
20+
Years Experience

Areas of Expertise

AI & Machine Learning Forensics

Investigation of AI system development, training data provenance, model behavior analysis, and algorithmic decision-making in IP theft, bias claims, and AI harm litigation.

Source Code & Software Analysis

Examination of proprietary code in trade secret misappropriation, patent infringement, open source license compliance, and software IP disputes.

Forensic Data Analytics

Large-scale data collection and analysis from enterprise systems, cloud platforms, and social media for fraud investigations, class action certification, and complex commercial litigation.

Data Privacy Assessments

Analysis of online tracking technologies, data anonymization practices, and unauthorized disclosure of PII/PHI in consumer privacy litigation.

Enterprise System Investigations

Timestamp authentication, system controls validation, and operational analysis for failure investigations and regulatory compliance matters.

Notable Experience

Joe has served as expert in some of the largest and most complex investigations in recent history, including three of the largest Ponzi schemes—among them the Bernie Madoff matter—as well as major stock option backdating investigations, mortgage-backed security fraud cases, and international regulatory compliance matters.

His work spans virtually every major industry, including technology, healthcare, financial services, insurance, energy, and manufacturing. He routinely develops custom software solutions and analytical tools to address unique investigative challenges.

Credentials

Education

  • M.S., Computer Science — North Carolina State University
  • B.A., Computer Science and Philosophy — The College of Wooster

Certifications

  • Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
  • Certified Information Privacy Professional, U.S. (CIPP/US)

Recognition

  • Who's Who Legal — Data Experts (multiple years)

Professional Affiliations

  • Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
  • Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA)
  • IEEE Biometrics Council
  • The Sedona Conference
  • International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP)