Eric Chiejina

Dr. Eric Chiejina is a Senior Lecturer in Computer Science at the University of Hertfordshire, affiliated with the School of Physics, Engineering & Computer Science. He holds a BTech (Hons) in Physics & Electronics, MSc in Computer Science, and a PhD in Computer Networks and Security. He is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) and specializes in network security, IoT security, and trust management systems.

Education:

• PhD in Computer Networks and Security, University of Hertfordshire (2011–2015)
• MSc in Computer Science (Intrusion Detection Systems using Machine Learning), University of Hertfordshire (2008–2009)
• BTech (Hons) in Physics & Electronics, Federal University of Technology, Owerri (2001–2005)
• PGCert in Education, University of Hertfordshire (2016–2017)

Research Interests:

• IoT Security and Cyber Security
• Trust and Reputation in Mobile Ad Hoc Networks (MANETs) & Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs)
• Software Defined Networks
• Artificial Intelligence in Intrusion Detection
• Quantum Computing
• Network Security Protocols and Performance Evaluation

Grants & Projects:

• Principal Investigator (PI) for Indigo Tree Digital - KEEP+ (2021–2022)
• Co-Investigator (CoI) for Indigo Tree Digital - KEEP+ (2021–2022)
• Focus areas: Key Stakeholder Analysis, Customer Requirements, Software Development

Labs/Teams: Engaged in collaborative projects involving interdisciplinary teams focused on network security and IoT applications.