Member Advisory Board

 Dr. Shahbaz Pervez Chattha is a distinguished Senior IEEE member and a recognized leader in the field of Information and Communication Technology (ICT). His career is characterized by a unique synthesis of advanced academic research and high-impact industrial application, positioning him at the forefront of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence innovation.

Dr. Chattha's research portfolio is strategically focused on developing the next generation of secure, resilient systems. His core investigative domains include:

· AI-Driven Cybersecurity: Pioneering research in both the offensive and defensive applications of AI, including Adversarial Machine Learning, to counter evolving digital threats.
· Secure Network Architectures: Advancing the security of modern infrastructures, with a specialized focus on Software Defined Networks (SDN) and Large-Scale Distributed Systems encompassing Cloud and IoT platforms.
· Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC): Developing frameworks to integrate robust security governance into complex organizational and technological structures.
· Cryptographic Innovation: Making seminal contributions to the field of Lightweight Cryptography, essential for securing resource-constrained devices in the Internet of Things (IoT).

This theoretical expertise is validated by an exceptional set of credentials, including over 15 active industry certifications from global leaders such as Cisco, EC-Council, and ISACA. A testament to his mastery and pedagogical skill, he is one of the few professionals in New Zealand designated as a Certified Master Trainer for both Cisco Systems Inc. and the EC-Council.

Dr. Chattha's distinguished research is documented through numerous publications in premier international venues. More importantly, his work is grounded in practical execution, demonstrated by a successful track record in senior technical and managerial roles. He has spearheaded the design and management of critical ICT projects, secured competitive research grants, and has been instrumental in implementing internationally standardized security frameworks for complex infrastructures, with a particular emphasis on smart city ecosystems.

Through this powerful combination of scholarly excellence, industry leadership, and practical implementation, Dr. Chattha consistently bridges the gap between theoretical research and real-world security challenges.