Dr Nasr is a Lecturer in Cybersecurity and is the module leader for Computer Networks and Security, Network Security and Wireless Networks and Security for MSc Cybersecurity at Northumbria University London. His teaching approach combines theory and practical components to ensure a well-rounded education, allowing students to comprehend the subject holistically and apply their learning effectively by executing practical labs.
Nasr holds a PhD in Cybersecurity from Cranfield University, UK, an MSc in Computing-Networking from Sheffield Hallam University, and a bachelor’s degree in computing. Throughout his educational and teaching journey, he has acquired in-depth knowledge in various areas, ranging from computer networks and security to cutting-edge technologies like IoT security, cryptography, and machine learning. Furthermore, he has published several journal and conference papers in cybersecurity. His interest field encompasses Networking and Security, including IoT (Internet of Things) security, Cryptography, Intrusion Detection, and Machine Learning in the context of security.
Dr. Nasr Abosata’s career in cybersecurity is distinguished by a blend of academic excellence and industry expertise. At Cranfield University, during his PhD, he significantly contributed to teaching assistance and lab demonstration for Cyber-Secure Engineering Systems and Processes, where he shared his deep knowledge in areas like VPNs, cryptography, and network security. This role not only refined his teaching abilities but also enriched his practical understanding of cybersecurity.
Before his academic pursuits, Dr. Nasr gained practical experience as a research assistant at the National Science and Technology Commission in Tripoli, providing him with a solid practical foundation and a unique perspective in cybersecurity. This blend of experiences empowers him to effectively bridge theory and practice in his current academic role.
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Conferences
Thesis: “Cybersecurity of the Internet of Things: Security Approaches Development for Industrial Application-Based Distributed Sensors.”
Thesis: “Penetration Testing Implementation: Investigating Security Issues in IPv6 Environments.”