About Zubair Ahmad
Jawad Ali is a seasoned Technical Specialist at York St John University, blending hands-on IT infrastructure management with advanced research in security, privacy, blockchain, and Internet of Things (IoT). He supports staff, students, and events by managing cloud services, AV systems, VR setups, Moodle platforms, and makerspace technologies such as 3D printing. His work ensures seamless, secure, and innovative user experiences across digital and physical learning environments.
- Expert in IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and emerging tech for education environments.
- Strong background in managing AV systems, cloud platforms, VR, Moodle, and 3D-printing setups.
- Active researcher in blockchain, IoT, privacy, and security with published papers and conference presentations.
Beyond his technical leadership, Jawad is a prolific researcher committed to advancing digital trust in educational spaces. He's authored multiple peer-reviewed papers on IoT privacy, blockchain-based frameworks, and security architectures, and regularly contributes to academic conferences internationally. His interdisciplinary approach bridges technology implementation and scholarly exploration.