Strategic Security Agent Placement in 5G Intrusion Detection Systems
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Highly accomplished Principal Researcher and Full Professor with over two decades of expertise in advanced ICT, optical communications, wireless networks, and quantum computing. Proven leader in securing multi-million Euro research grants and driving innovation from conceptualization to patent, with a robust publication record of over 70 peer-reviewed articles. Adept at steering complex R&D initiatives and fostering academic excellence, positioning for senior research or academic leadership roles.
Research Director
Athens, Greece, Greece
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Summary
Engaged in contract research and development, leading strategic R&D initiatives for advanced technological solutions.
Highlights
Directed R&D projects, leveraging expertise in quantum computing and wireless networks to develop innovative solutions.
Collaborated with external partners on contract-based research, contributing to cutting-edge advancements in the field.
Provided strategic direction for research initiatives, ensuring alignment with project objectives and delivering high-impact outcomes.
Principal Researcher
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Malaysia
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Leads advanced research initiatives in ICT, wireless communications, and quantum computing, driving innovation from conceptualization to patenting and publication while managing significant research portfolios.
Highlights
Secured over €33 million in Horizon Europe grants (2021-2028) for projects including Digital Twin infrastructure for Green Smart Shipping, Edge-IoT environments, and 6G security service platforms.
Directed cutting-edge R&D projects in ICT, wireless communications, and quantum computing, aligning research with strategic organizational and national innovation goals.
Innovated and secured 6 patents, including a "Method And System For Indoor Location Estimation Using Fingerprint Data" (2016) and a "Network Based Intrusion Detection System using ARIMA" (2009).
Authored and co-authored over 30 journal publications and numerous conference papers, significantly advancing knowledge in optical networks, wireless communication, and quantum machine learning.
Provided expert consultancy and served on industrial expert advisory panels, shaping future research directions and curriculum development for Doctor of Philosophy programs.
Full Professor
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Malaysia
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Served as a Full Professor, contributing to advanced academic research, teaching, and administrative functions within the Department of Physics.
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Led advanced research projects in physics, contributing to the academic body of knowledge and guiding junior researchers and postgraduate students.
Delivered high-level lectures and mentored students, fostering academic excellence and research capabilities in complex scientific domains.
Contributed to departmental strategic planning and administrative oversight, ensuring smooth academic operations and program development.
Associate Professor
Cyberjaya, Selangor, Malaysia
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Advanced to Associate Professor, specializing in Information Science and Technology, with a strong focus on teaching, R&D, and administrative leadership.
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Spearheaded research in optical communications and wireless networks, leading to multiple publications and securing significant grants (e.g., RM160,500 IRPA Grant, RM418,000 eScience Fund).
Supervised 4 postgraduate students (MengSc) through to completion, guiding research in lightwave networks, packet switching, and particle swarm optimization.
Developed and taught a diverse range of engineering and mathematics courses, including Digital Logic Design, Fiber Optic Communications, and High-Speed Networks.
Provided administrative leadership, contributing to curriculum development and faculty management within the Faculty of Information Science and Technology.
Senior Lecturer
Cyberjaya, Selangor, Malaysia
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Managed advanced research and teaching responsibilities in Information Science and Technology, focusing on R&D, academic instruction, and administrative support.
Highlights
Conducted advanced research in optical and wireless networks, leading to peer-reviewed publications and enhancing the university's research profile.
Taught specialized courses in areas such as Opto-electronics & Fiber Optic Communications and High-Speed Networks to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Actively participated in R&D initiatives, collaborating with colleagues and contributing to successful grant proposals including an RM70,000 IRPA Grant.
Lecturer
Cyberjaya, Selangor, Malaysia
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Contributed to teaching, research, and administrative duties within Multimedia University, focusing on foundational and advanced topics in engineering and mathematics.
Highlights
Delivered lectures across various subjects including Engineering Mathematics I, III, IV, C Programming Language, and Discrete Mathematics, enhancing student learning outcomes.
Engaged in departmental R&D activities, supporting ongoing projects and developing initial research interests in areas like optical communications.
Provided administrative support to the department, contributing to the efficient functioning of academic programs and student mentorship.
Assistant Lecturer
Cyberjaya, Selangor, Malaysia
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Summary
Initiated academic career by assisting in teaching and supporting educational programs within the Faculty of Information Science and Technology.
Highlights
Assisted in delivering tutorials and practical sessions for various engineering and mathematics courses, improving student understanding.
Supported faculty in research activities and administrative tasks, gaining foundational academic experience and insight into university operations.
Tutor
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Malaysia
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Summary
Provided direct instructional support to students in the Department of Mathematics, facilitating academic success.
Highlights
Conducted tutorial sessions for mathematics courses, clarifying complex concepts and improving student comprehension.
Assisted professors in grading assignments and exams, contributing to the academic assessment process and student feedback.
Honorary Adviser
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Provided advisory support to the Guan Ying Temple, contributing to its community engagement and operations.
Highlights
Offered strategic guidance and insights to the temple management on community outreach and operational matters.
Supported initiatives aimed at preserving cultural traditions and fostering community spirit.
Hospitality Coordinator
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Managed hospitality arrangements for delegates from the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences during their visit to Melaka.
Highlights
Coordinated logistics and hospitality for high-profile international delegates, ensuring a seamless and welcoming experience.
Represented the local community in fostering international relations and cultural exchange.
Committee Member
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Contributed to the community through active participation in the FuiChew Association Melaka.
Highlights
Participated in committee meetings and initiatives, helping to organize community events and programs.
Supported the association's mission to promote cultural heritage and community welfare.
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Ph.D
Optical Communications and Networkings
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M.Sc.
Mathematics
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B.Sc.
Mathematics
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TECNOS Award
Awarded for significant technology publication based on 'Analysis of ShuffleNets with limited number of wavelength converters employing deflection routing'.
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Applied Computing, San Sebastian, Spain
Received for the paper 'Performance Analysis of a Simplified Call Admission Control Scheme for Multimedia Wireless Network'.
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Rómulo Garza Award
Recognized for outstanding research and technology development based on the publication 'Analysis of ShuffleNets with limited number of wavelength converters employing deflection routing'.
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The Outstanding Young Malaysian Awards
Recognized for exceptional academic leadership and significant accomplishments as a young Malaysian professional.
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NTT-MSC
Participated in a prestigious research training internship at NTT Network Innovation Laboratory, Japan.
Awarded By
Universiti Malaya
Awarded a tutorship position at Universiti Malaya, demonstrating academic merit and teaching potential.
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ICASSP 2025 - 2025 IEEE International Conference on Acoustics, Speech and Signal Processing (ICASSP)
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IEEE Access
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IEEE International Conference on Acoustics, Speech and Signal Processing (ICASSP)
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Computer Networks
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International Journal of Technology
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IEEE TNSE
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Energies
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IEEE International Conference on Communications (ICC)
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IEEE Transactions on Wireless Communications
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2017 IEEE 13th Malaysia International Conference on Communications (MICC)
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IEEE Trans. Green Commun & Netw.
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Energy Efficiency: Performance, Improvement Strategies and Future Directions, Nova Science Publishers, Inc.
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24th Wireless and Optical Communication Conference (WOCC 2015)
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Morgan Kaufmann
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Morgan Kaufmann
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Morgan Kaufmann
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Edited a book on bio-inspired computation in telecommunications.
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The 14th IEEE International Conference on Computer and Information Technology (CIT 2014)
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2014 IEEE TENSYMP
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Computational Intelligence and Metaheuristic Algorithms with Applications. Hindawi Publishing Corporation,The Scientific World Journal
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IET Commun.
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Wireless Communications and Mobile Computing
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The Scientific World Journal
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2nd International Conference on Advances in Computing, Communication & Informatics
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The 19th Asia-Pacific Conference on Communications (APCC2013)
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International Conference on Mathematical Sciences & Computer Engineering (ICMSCE 2012)
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The IET International Conference on Wireless Communications and Applications (ICWCA)
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18th Asia-Pacific Conference on Communications (APCC)
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The IET International Conference on Wireless Communications and Applications (ICWCA)
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The IET International Conference on Frontier Computing - Theory, Technologies and Applications (IETFC2012)
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ISRN Communications and Networking
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MISG workshop
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2nd International Conference on Communication Software and Networks (ICCSN 2010)
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IEEE ICC 2008
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UNITEN Students Conference on Research and Development (SCORED) 2007
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Sci. Int. -Lahore
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J. Applied Sciences
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Computer Comm.
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Photonic Netw. Commun. (Kluwer)
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BT Technol. J.
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BT Technol. J.
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International Conference on Advanced Information Networking and Applications, 2006. AINA 2006. 20th
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BT Technol. J.
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BT Technol. J.
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Proceedings of the IASTED International Conference on Networks and Communication Systems 2006
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Applied Computing, San Sebastian, Spain.
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IEEE J Quantum Elect
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IEEE J. Sel. Top. Quant.
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Photonic Netw. Commun. (Kluwer)
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OSA J. Opt. Netw.
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IEEE Workshop on High Performance Switching and Routing, Hong Kong
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IEICE Electron. Express
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OSA Opt. Express
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MMU Int. Symposium on Information and Communications Technologies
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IEEE Int. Conf. on Comm., (ICC), ON04-2, Paris, France
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IEICE Electron. Express
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IEEE/LEOS Summer Topical Meetings on Biophotonics, Optical Interconnects and VLSI Photonics, and WGM Microcavities, TuB3.2
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IEICE Electron. Express
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OSA Appl. Optics
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OSA Applied Optics
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IEEE Photonic. Tech. L.
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IEICE Electron. Express
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9th Asia-Pacific Conference On Communication, Penang Malaysia
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J. Opt. Commu.
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J. Opt. Commu.
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The 3rd IEEE Pacific-Rim Conference on Multimedia
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IEEE The 4th International Conference on Transparent Optical Networks (ICTON 2002)
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OSA J. Opt. Netw.
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Lect. Notes Comp. Sci. (Springer Verlag)
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J. Opt. Commu.
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OSA J. Opt. Netw.
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IEICE Technical Report, SSE99-115, PS99-39
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Proc. Of the 1999 Communications Society Conference of IEICE
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Phys. Rev. A
Optical Communications, Wireless Networks (4G, 5G, 6G), WDM Technology, Network Architectures, Network Optimization, Packet Switching, OFDMA, CDMA, Lightwave Networks, Fiber Optic Communications, Multimedia Networks, Edge-IoT Environments, Digital Twin Infrastructure.
Quantum Computing, Quantum Machine Learning, Quantum Neural Networks, Quantum Engineering, Quantum Information Theory.
Machine Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Deep Learning, Particle Swarm Optimization, Bio-Inspired Computation, Intrusion Detection, Predictive Analytics, Computational Intelligence.
C Programming Language, C++, Object Oriented Programming, Data Structure & Algorithm, Digital Logic Design.
Research Design, Grant Writing, Project Management, Performance Analysis, Simulation & Modeling, Thesis Supervision, Academic Publishing, Patent Development, Experimental Design, System Design.
Curriculum Development, Lecturing, Tutoring, Mentorship, Academic Administration, Faculty Management, Course Design, Postgraduate Supervision.
Network Security, Intrusion Detection Systems, Cybersecurity, Security Service Platforms.
Engineering Mathematics, Discrete Mathematics, Field Theory, Numerical Mathematics, Advanced Mathematical Methods, Elementary Particles and Forces, Physical Electronics.
Institute of Information and Telecommunications NCSRD, 153 10 Athens, Greece. Tel: +306944696221, c.zarakovitis@iit.demokristos.gr
Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Multimedia University. Tel: +6013 620 5857, hslim@mmu.edu.my
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Summary
Secured €5,962,342.35 Horizon Europe Grant for trustworthy Quantum DevOps for secure software and hardware quantum engineering.
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Secured €4,201,741.25 Horizon Europe Grant for a smart, automated, and reliable security service platform for 6G.
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Secured €7,987,425.00 Horizon Europe Grant for open autonomous programmable cloud apps and smart Edge Sensors.
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Secured €8,628,236.00 Horizon Europe Grant for a programming platform for intelligent collaborative deployments over Edge-IoT environments.
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Secured €6,987,331.00 Horizon Europe Grant for developing Digital Twin infrastructure for green smart shipping.
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Secured RM123,300.00 FRGS Fund to develop radiation-aware energy-efficient resource allocation for 5G mobile networks.
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Secured RM418,000.00 eScience Fund to optimize coverage and capacity in 4G wireless networks.
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Secured RM108,000.00 eScience Fund for developing algorithms for conceptual graph database management.
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Led a project on predictive intrusion detection at Free Net Bus. Solutions Sdn Bhd, Cyberjaya.
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Developed a smart predictive trigger system for improved handover efficiency in wireless networks at BT Multimedia Malaysia.
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Secured RM160,500.00 IRPA Grant for the study and design of SCM in FTTH and Metropolitan Networks.
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Secured RM70,000.00 IRPA Grant to investigate lightwave network architectures and transmission performance.
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Developed a multicast photonics switch for WDM technology at NTT Network Innovation Laboratory, Japan.