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Computing Technology and Information Systems Department

Chafic Bou-Saba

Associate Professor for Computing Technology and Information Systems


Office

Bauman-210K
+1 (336) 3162276
bousabacw@guilford.edu

Biography


Dr. Chafic BouSaba is an Associate Professor of Computing Technology and Information Systems at Guilford College, where he has made significant contributions to academic programs and curriculum development. Holding a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from NC A&T State University, Dr. BouSaba has a distinguished 18-year tenure in academia, highlighted by his establishment of the Cyber and Network Security major at Guilford. His career in education began at Guilford College in 2008, and since then, he has held roles ranging from part-time adjunct instructor to Associate Professor since 2020. Dr. BouSaba has also impacted the industry as a software and verification engineer at IBM and brings a wealth of knowledge to his current positions, including serving as the Cyber and Network Security Coordinator. A recognized scholar, Dr. BouSaba's work includes over 18 publications in technology, security, and cloud technologies. He is a recipient of grants from prestigious organizations like Google IgniteCS, and his research contributions have supported projects for the Office of Naval Research and the Department of Defense.

Areas of Interest:
Dr. BouSaba's academic pursuits are driven by a deep interest in the intersection of technology and society. His areas of interest encompass Artificial Intelligence, Cyber and Network Security, Software Development, and Open Source Solutions. These interests not only shape his research, but also guide his approach to teaching and mentorship, fostering a cutting-edge learning environment for his students.

Some recent publications:
C. BouSaba “Using Ethereum Platform to Securely Register Students’ Extracurricular Activities,” IEEE SoutheastCon 2023, Orlando, Florida, April 13 - 16, 2023

C. BouSaba “Building a High-Availability Cluster Using Raspberry Pi and Kubernetes,” ATMAE Annual Conference 2023, Louisville, Kentucky, November 9-11, 2022

C. BouSaba “Implementing a DeMilitarized Zone Using Holistic Open Source Solution,” Annual Conference American Society for Engineering Education ASEE, Tampa, Fl, June 15 - 19, 2019

C. BouSaba and E. Anderson “Degree Validation Application Using Solidity and Ethereum Blockchain,” IEEE SoutheastCon 2019, Huntsville, Alabama, April 11 - 14, 2019

W. Pizio and C. BouSaba “Creating a Cyber Security Major in a Liberal Arts Institution,” 2016 ATMAE Annual Conference, Orlando, Fl, Nov. 2-5, 2016