Profile
I hold a DPhil (Phd) degree in Computer Science (Cyber Security) from the University of Oxford, UK. Prior to that, I completed a MSc. in Information Security from University College London (UCL), London, UK. Before that, I completed a BSc. on Computer Science, with a second class honour grade from King Abdulaziz University (KAU). Additionally, I have a Diploma in English for Academic Purposes from UCL, UK.
I am passionate about education. With over 17 years of experience (since 2004), I worked in various academic and
administrative position, in multiple institutions, in the general and
higher education, both in the private and public sectors.
During my work in IT departments, I passed several IT career certification exams including: Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), and Computing & Technology Industry Association's A+ (computer maintenance), Network+ (networking), and I-Net+ (Internet and networking).
In addition to my role as an academic, I had some interesting leadership experiences. I am the first Head of Labs and Technical Support Unit at College of Computing & IT at KAU (2008-2011). I had the pleasure to technically train a generation of newly hired technicians at the unit and at the University's Computer Skills Unit. I am happy to be the founding lecturer of the Network Lab in the College of Computing & IT at KAU in 2007. Additionally, I was the Student Activities Chair for the Institute of Electronics and Electrical Engineers (IEEE) in the Westren Saudi region. I also was the Counselor for the KAU IEEE Student Branch. With a group of Engineering College students, I co-founded the IEEE Women In Engineering (WIE) group at KAU.
I received several global awards. I am the recipient of the IEEE Clementina Saduwa Award for women in engineering, and the recipient of the Best Paper Award in the 15th Int. SecureComm conference, and the recipient of the IEEE Exemplary Counselor for my efforts in IEEE KAU Student Branch.
Education
- 2004
Bachelor degree from Computer ScienceScience College, King Abdulaziz University, جدة, المملكة العربية السعودية
- 2012
Master degree from Computer ScienceCollege of Engineering, University College London, لندن, بريطانيا
- 2020
Doctorate degree from Computer ScienceOriel College, University of Oxford, أكسفورد, بريطانيا
Employment
- 2004-2006
Network Coordinator & User Support, Information Technology Department, Dar Al-Fike Schools, جدة, المملكة العربية السعودية
- 2006-2006
IT Assistant, Graphic Designer, Information & Educational Technology Services Department, Effat College, جدة, المملكة العربية السعودية
- 2006-2007
Junior Network Administrator, Information Technology Department, Dar Al-Hekma College, جدة, المملكة العربية السعودية
- 2007-2013
Teaching Assistant, Information Systems Department, King Abdulaziz University, جدة, المملكة العربية السعودية
- 2008-2011
Head of Labs Affairs & Technical Support Unit at College of Computing & IT , King Abdulaziz Universty, جدة, المملكة العربية السعودية
- 2013-2020
Lecturer, King Abdulaziz University, جدة, المملكة العربية السعودية
- 2020-حاليا
Assistant Professor, King Abdulaziz University, جدة, المملكة العربية السعودية
- 2021-حاليا
Vice-Supervisor of the Cyber Security Club, King Abdulaziz University, جدة, المملكة العربية السعودية
Research Interests
Cyber Security, communication protocols, Internet security, human and security.
Scientific interests
Courses
| Professional Computing Issues |
428 |
CPIS |
| Programming and Problem Solving |
110 |
CPIT |
| Computer Skills |
111 |
CPIT |
| Information and Computer Security |
312 |
CPIS |
| Software Engineering |
250 |
CPIS |
| Computer Architecture and Organisation |
210 |
CPIS |
| Fundamentals of Data Networks |
370 |
CPIS |
| Programming |
202 |
CS |