Ronak Al-Haddad

Ronak Al-Haddad is a Lecturer at Anglia Ruskin University in the School of Computing and Information Science, Faculty of Science and Engineering, specializing in Computer Science, Cyber Security, and Networking with emphasis on Software Defined Networking (SDN) and Quality of Service (QoS) research and instruction.

Her academic credentials include:

• PhD in Science and Engineering, Anglia Ruskin University (2021)
• MSc in Computer Science (Distinction), Anglia Ruskin University (2014)
• BSc in Software Engineering, Alrafedin University College, Baghdad, Iraq (2005)
• PGCert Higher Education, Anglia Ruskin University (2023)
• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA, 2023)

Dr. Al-Haddad's research pioneers SDN architectures for next-generation networks, developing frameworks like QoSVisor to address congestion through intelligent traffic shaping, network slicing, and machine learning integration. Her work bridges theoretical innovation with practical solutions for 5G/6G security-performance trade-offs, focusing on multimedia classification, bandwidth management, and AI-driven QoS validation in wireless environments.

Publication analysis reveals consistent evolution from foundational SDN frameworks (2017) to advanced slicing techniques (2021), with increasing emphasis on AI/ML security testing in wireless networks. Recent work demonstrates strategic progression toward 6G-ready solutions through rigorous performance parameter validation.

Professional recognition includes:

• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)

She supervises postgraduate researchers while leading the BSc Computer Networks program and teaching core modules including Network Routing, Cyber Security, and Mathematics for Technology. Her service extends to the Royal Society’s International Exchanges Committee (2024-2026) for scientific grant assessment and IEEE Industrial Electronics Society leadership as Women-in-IES Ambassador (2024).

As active member of ARU's Cyber Security and Networking Research Group, she drives collaborative projects in SDN security and represents the university through IEEE initiatives and Royal Society international partnerships focused on emerging network technologies.