Kam-Fung Cheung

Kam-Fung (Henry) Cheung is a Lecturer at the School of Information Systems and Technology Management (ISTM), University of New South Wales (UNSW) Business School, where he focuses on cybersecurity, transport and logistics, and operations research. His academic journey spans institutions across Australia and Hong Kong, with expertise bridging theoretical frameworks and practical applications in critical infrastructure security and supply chain management.

• Ph.D., Transport and Logistics Studies, The University of Sydney, 2021
• M.Phil., Systems Engineering and Engineering Management, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, 2016
• B.Eng., Information Engineering (minor in Computer Science), The Chinese University of Hong Kong, 2014
• B.Sc., Mathematics, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, 2013

Dr. Cheung's research centers on cybersecurity management, cyber supply chain risk management, and network vulnerability analysis, with particular emphasis on transportation systems. His work applies game-theoretic frameworks and network analysis techniques to address complex security challenges in logistics and critical infrastructure. His interdisciplinary approach combines operations research, optimization, and systems engineering principles to develop practical security frameworks for real-world applications.

His recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward integrating cybersecurity with transportation and logistics systems. Notably, his work on attacker-defender models and network vulnerability analysis has established him as a key researcher in cyber supply chain risk management. His research bridges theoretical models with practical applications, particularly in supply chain security and transportation network resilience, with a growing focus on the implications of cyber threats for critical infrastructure.

• Finalist in the Rising Star Award, Australian Logistics Council (ALC), 2024
• Multiple Feedback for Teaching (FFT) Student Survey Awards from the University of Sydney Business School (2020-2022)
• Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies Research Prize, The University of Sydney, 2021
• Frank Coaldrake Scholarship and Business School Research Scholarship from The University of Sydney

Dr. Cheung has contributed to research collaborations securing over $280k in funding from prominent Australian organizations including the Digital Grid Futures Institute, the George Institute for Global Health, and Woodside Energy. His media engagement is extensive, with commentary featured in major outlets including The Sydney Morning Herald, The Guardian, ABC, and UNSW publications, where he provides expert analysis on cybersecurity threats, scams, and digital safety. His industry experience as a Senior Consultant (Cybersecurity) at Ernst & Young (EY) informs his practical approach to both research and teaching, which includes courses on networking, security, and data analytics.