Cybersecurity and information assurance, particularly in network security, ethical hacking, and security risk management. I am also interested in IoT and smart home security, big data security, and mobile application security. Additionally, my work explores phishing attacks, cybersecurity awareness, and the application of data mining techniques to improve security systems.

Dr. Yazan Alshboul is an Associate Professor in the Cybersecurity Program at the College of Computer and Information Sciences. He holds a D.Sc. in Information Systems with a specialization in Information Assurance and Computer Security from Dakota State University, USA. His research focuses on cybersecurity, information assurance, network security, and security risk management. He has published several research papers in international journals and conferences and actively contributes to the academic community as a reviewer and researcher in cybersecurity and information systems. Reference: Navigating Cybersecurity Challenges and Opportunities in the AI Era The advancement and highly adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies are transforming digital ecosystems across governments, industries, and critical infrastructures. As AI brings significant opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and automation, it also establishes new cybersecurity challenges. This discussion explores the evolving cybersecurity landscape in the era of AI, highlighting both related AI threats and strategic opportunities to defend systems. The discussion will examine how AI can be leveraged to enhance cybersecurity capabilities while also addressing the risks associated with AI-driven attacks, adversarial machine learning, data manipulation, and algorithmic vulnerabilities. Additionally, the presentation will emphasize the importance of effective cybersecurity governance, risk management, and policy frameworks to ensure secure and responsible AI deployment. By providing both strategic insights and practical perspectives, this talk aims to support researchers, policymakers, and practitioners in strengthening cybersecurity resilience in AI-enabled environments.