Zaki R.
Cybersecurity & PM Specialist ➤ I help organizations safeguard mission-critical systems by leading cybersecurity operations, threat intelligence, project operations, and advanced network defense strategies.
- Role
- Faculty Research Associate at Naval Postgraduate School
- Location
- Sacramento, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Zaki R.
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Experience
Faculty Research Associate
Aug 2024 — Present · Monterey, CA, US
In this role, I empower faculty and students with the technical knowledge of cybersecurity and national defense while mentoring the next generation of cyber professionals. This role involves leading testbed development for cyber-physical systems, reverse engineering hardware and software, and collaborating with principal investigators to drive impactful research. Also, I manage advanced cybersecurity laboratories, oversee multimillion-dollar resources, and ensure that critical academic findings connect seamlessly with operational defense needs.Key achievements and contributions during this tenure include: Guided 56 research projects in reverse engineering, creating a mentorship model that elevated student expertise. Conducted 7 vulnerability assessments delivering actionable insights that supported successful cyberspace operations. Managed 2 cybersecurity labs and full procurement cycles, ensuring readiness and optimal allocation of financial resources. Directed 5 research projects that resulted in 4 graduate degrees and a project showcase at a major technology fair. Established a research-to-operations pipeline to align academic outcomes with real-world defense applications.
Education
The Citadel
Bachelor of Arts - BA
Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center
Associate's degree
Naval Postgraduate School
Master's degree
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