I am thrilled to have joined the Department of Computer Science at Mercer University as a Tenure-track Assistant Professor. My extensive industry background in systems and network administration, complemented by my research contributions to the field of cybersecurity, has positioned me as a recognized authority in my specialized domain. 

I am enthusiastic about engaging with students and nurturing their educational and professional growth. One of my initiatives is to launch a comprehensive cyber awareness campaign, "Everyone can learn to be safe on the internet!" collaborating closely with active student groups, spreading cyber awareness at Mercer and the community around us. 

I received my Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) under the supervision of Dr. Deepak Tosh (Ph.D. Dissertation). I received my masters in Software Engineering from UTEP. My research interests lie in Cyber Situational Awareness, Risk Modeling and Analytics, Machine Learning, and Distributed Systems. If you are interested, I am open to discussing and hearing about your ideas and proposals. 

NEWS

• [Aug 2024] Arrival of our baby boy Tahfeez :)

• [Apr 2024] Hayden presented his work at the BEAR Day at Mercer University, read more

• [Apr 2024] Presented at the SYSCON 2024 Conference

• [Apr 2024] How to avoid becoming a victim of cybercrime, read more

• [Mar 2024] Affiliated with Collaborative Center for Computing at Mercer University

• [Feb 2024] Presented at the 2nd Annual Scholarship Showcase at Mercer University

• [Feb 2024] Selected for Outstanding Dissertation Award for the academic year 2022-23 by UT El Paso

• [Feb 2024] Presented at Networking with Center of Engaged Learning (CEL) at Mercer University

• [Jan 2024] Paper accepted at the 18th Annual IEEE International Systems Conference (SYSCON 2024)

• [Nov 2023] Cybersecurity Awareness Workshop # 2 at Mercer University

• [Oct 2023] Participated with Mercer CyBears in the CPTC

• [Oct 2023] Cybersecurity Awareness Workshop # 1 at Mercer University

• [Aug 2023] Joined Mercer University as a Tenure-track Assistant Professor