Educator and researcher specialising in networking, cybersecurity, cloud technologies and authentic hands-on learning.
I teach future IT professionals, develop industry-aligned learning experiences, and explore innovative approaches to cybersecurity education and technical skills assessment.
University Educator
Cybersecurity Specialist
Networking Professional
Cloud and System Administrator
About Me
I am an Associate Lecturer in Networking and Cybersecurity with experience in teaching, curriculum development and technical infrastructure. My professional interests span cybersecurity, enterprise networking, cloud technologies and educational innovation.
My work focuses on bridging the gap between academic learning and industry practice through authentic laboratory experiences, practical assessment design and technology-enhanced learning.
Networking
- Cisco Networking
- Routing & Switching
- IPv4 & IPv6
- Network Design
- Enterprise Infrastructure
Cybersecurity
- Security Fundamentals
- Incident Response
- Security Awareness
- Threat Analysis
- Secure System Design
Administration
- Active Directory
- Windows Server
- Azure
- Hyper-V
- Infrastructure Automation
Teaching and Learning
My teaching philosophy is centred on authentic learning, industry relevance and student engagement. I aim to create learning experiences that develop both technical competence and professional problem-solving skills.
Curriculum Development
Design and enhancement of networking and cybersecurity units aligned with industry requirements.
Laboratory Innovation
Development of practical learning environments using Cisco equipment, Active Directory, Hyper-V and Azure technologies.
Assessment Design
Creation of authentic assessments that evaluate technical knowledge through realistic professional scenarios.
Student Success
Supporting learners in developing industry-ready technical and problem-solving capabilities.
Research Interests
01
AI in Education
Exploring responsible and effective uses of artificial intelligence in teaching, assessment and student learning.
02
Cybersecurity Education
Investigating teaching strategies, assessment methods and student engagement within cybersecurity programmes.
03
Network Security
Researching practical approaches to securing modern networked systems and infrastructures.