Dr. Abebe Diro is a Lecturer in Cybersecurity at RMIT University's School of Accounting, Information Systems and Supply Chain. As a distinguished researcher and educator, he specializes in cutting-edge areas including AI-driven security, cryptography, and space cybersecurity. His impactful research program has attracted competitive funding for projects such as the Defence 2024 Strategic Policy Grants Program, Enhancing Cyber Security across the Pacific University Sector, and initiatives with CSIRO Data61 and the Australian mining sector, earning him the School's Early Career Research Excellence Award in 2024. Dr. Diro's unique combination of research impact positions him as a rising leader in cybersecurity academia.
A passionate educator, Dr. Diro excels in teaching both technical cybersecurity subjects and governance, risk and compliance (GRC) frameworks. His innovative course designs and teaching methodologies have consistently delivered outstanding student outcomes while maintaining ACS accreditation standards. This teaching excellence was recognized by RMIT University through the prestigious Early Career Teaching Excellence Award.
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