Scott Murphy

Military Fellow, Defense and Security Department
Scott Murphy

Lieutenant Colonel Scott Murphy is the 2024–2025 Commandant of the Marine Corps fellow in the Defense and Security Department at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. Scott commissioned into the Marine Corps in May 2005. After entry level and MOS training as an Armor officer, he reported to his first duty station in Twentynine Palms, California. Following his time in Twentynine Palms, Scott served in a variety of operational and staff roles in Quantico, Virginia; Camp Lejeune, North Carolina; and Washington, DC. Most recently, Scott was a training advisor at Training and Education Command in Quantico, helping Marine Corps units incorporate new concepts and equipment. Throughout his career, Scott has had the privilege of serving alongside the most talented servicemembers in the Marine Corps and Joint Force. Scott has a BS in political science and an MA in security studies.

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Insights for Future Conflicts from the Russia-Ukraine War

The Russia-Ukraine conflict shocked the world, unfolding a story of adaptation, resilience, and innovation with global implications. Drawing from analysis and news coverage, this report distills 10 insights that will shape the next war.  

Digital Report by Krista Auchenbach, Nathan Lewis, Scott Murphy, Quinton Packard, Scott Pence, Luke Slivinski, and Matthew Slusher — May 8, 2025

Conflict in Focus: Lessons from Russia-Ukraine

The Russia-Ukraine War has redefined modern conflict, from drones and cyberattacks to contested space. Conflict in Focus, a CSIS series, unpacks key lessons across all domains of war—insights vital for anticipating and preparing for future large-scale conflicts.

Report by Matthew Slusher, Krista Auchenbach, Scott Murphy, Quinton Packard, Scott Pence, and Luke Slivinski — May 2, 2025