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DYARI MOHAMMED SHARIF, Assistant Lecturer in Cybersecurity

DYARI MOHAMMED SHARIF

Assistant Lecturer in Cybersecurity·University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH)

Iraq

Doctorate, AI Security

Work experience

Total years of experience: 6 years, 7 months

Assistant Lecturer in Cybersecurity

February 2026 - Present

University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH)

Erbil, Iraq

February 2026 - Present

• Deliver 46 undergraduate modules per semester within the Cybersecurity domain, covering lectures, tutorials, and lab
sessions in alignment with programme and University quality standards.
• Design and implement appropriate assessment methods, provide constructive and timely feedback, and maintain
academic standards and adherence to established timescales.
• Supervise undergraduate projects and dissertations in Cybersecurity and related areas, providing academic guidance
and pastoral support through scheduled office hours and tutorials.
• Engage in research and scholarly activities in adversarial machine learning and AI robustness, publishing findings
and presenting at national and international academic conferences.
• Contribute to research development initiatives that strengthen the Schools academic profile and regional impact.
• Participate actively in programme, school, and university-level academic and administrative committees.
• Support departmental administrative functions, including module coordination, student recruitment activities, and
programme development.

Company industry:
Primary, Prep, & Secondary School

Programme Coordinator

April 2025 - Present

The University of Kurdistan - Hewlêr

Erbil, Iraq

April 2025 - Present

- Lead curriculum design and planning, programme development, and academic quality assurance for the Computer Science with Cybersecurity undergraduate programme.
- Review and refine module structures, learning outcomes, assessment methods, and delivery plans in line with institutional standards.
- Coordinate module leaders and teaching teams to ensure consistent implementation of learning activities, assessments, and student support.
- Engage with industry advisory input and external review processes to improve curriculum relevance and graduate outcomes.
- Support students and faculty through structured academic guidance, programme communication, and learning pathway coordination.

Company industry:
Higher Education
Job role:
Teaching and Academics

Adjunt Faculty in Computer Science and Computer Engineering

September 2025 - January 2026

University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH)

Erbil, Iraq

September 2025 - January 2026

• Design, prepare, and deliver lectures, tutorials, and lab sessions in cybersecurity for UG1 and UG4 cohorts
• Develop innovative pedagogical approaches that encourage active learning and critical thinking
• Contribute to departmental research initiatives, particularly in adversarial machine learning and AI robustness

Company industry:
Primary, Prep, & Secondary School

Payroll Manager

December 2023 - January 2025

KRG financial inclusion initiative (MyAccount)

Erbil, Iraq

December 2023 - January 2025

• Oversaw payroll operations for a million KRG employees sector beneficiaries and over 1 K Accounting Units, totaling
around IQD 1 trillion.
• Led and managed the payroll section of the MyAccount initiative for +12 consecutive months, supervising a team of
10 employees to ensure operational excellence.
• Spearheaded the expansion of digital payment adoption from 3K beneficiaries in January to 200K by October,
achieving comprehensive coverage of all Erbil entities and the largest deployment in Dohuk within 10 months.
• Developed a Python-based scripts to streamline payroll preparation, significantly reducing time and complexity for
processing.
• Authored comprehensive Payroll Manuals in English, Kurdish Nawandi, and Kurdish Kurmanji, facilitating smooth
onboarding of entities to the MyAccount system, replacing the labor-intensive tracking of individual Google Sheets.
• Onboarded AUs and treasuries to the MyAccount platform, facilitating smooth payroll operations and conducting
training sessions on system use and troubleshooting.

Company industry:
Banking

Data Officer

December 2021 - October 2023

Mercy Corps

Erbil, Iraq

December 2021 - October 2023

• Collected, aggregated, and archived data of 17 programs according to data quality standards
• Created databases for +9 programs and developed dashboards for +100 activities in PowerBI and Google Sheets
• Performed data checks and data cleaning for +1000 Distribution Lists from multiple programs (e.g., WASH, Social
Cohesion)
• Automated repetitive tasks using Python and C#. (e.g., developed a Python app to auto-generate and store vouchers
in their respective PDFs, developed a Python app to detect names that were almost identical but had a typo)
• Supported MEL work plans with +900 urgent data requests recorded in a tracker with assessments and on-site
monitoring
• Led and supervised data collections using Ona, KoboToolBox, and SurveyCTO for 3 consortiums
• Developed 12 enumerators capacity via in-person sessions and assisted them in the data collection methods

Company industry:
Non-profit Organization
Job role:
Information Technology

Data Management Officer

June 2020 - December 2021

Erbil Covid19 Centre

Soran, Iraq

June 2020 - December 2021

• Obtained data from medical facilities (e.g., hospitals, clinics) from 9 districts (e.g., Soran, Choman, Mergasor)
• Cleaned data by removing any errors and inconsistencies for +36 lists
• Ensured data accuracy and relevance of 2 databases and 1 dashboard on a regular basis
• Populated dedicated tables on the Airtable Platform server with the refined data
• Enabled structured storage and easy accessibility of information via a representative dashboard using a React app
• Utilized Github to modify code snippets to preprocess the incoming data and update the dashboard

Company industry:
Medical & Healthcare Equipment
Job role:
Information Technology

Computer Science Module Leader

September 2019 - December 2021

Zagros, Soran & Data Institutions

Soran, Iraq

September 2019 - December 2021

• Instructed 178 senior students from 5 Computer branches for 2 years in Computer Science department
• Supervised 4 final year theses each year for 2 years while monitored 12 other theses
• Examined and revised 17 final year theses for linguistic and English language accuracy
• Produced content for various social media channels like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
• Organized 6 workshops, 9 seminars and 2 competitions in Computer Science department
• Headed the scientific activities committee, and trained 11 lecturers on the Ministrys guidelines
• Administered 37 mid-term exams and 24 final year exams and monitored the computer networked labs

Company industry:
Higher Education

Adjunt Faculty in Computer Science and Computer Engineering

November 2020 - October 2021

University of Kurdistan - Hewlêr (UKH)

Soran, Iraq

November 2020 - October 2021

• Ensured proper computer functionality and up-to-date software (e.g. Microsoft Windows, Pearson software) for
exams
• Handled +1000 multilingual phone inquiries (English, Kurdish, Persian) from exam candidates within Iraq and abroad
• Responded to +100 emails as a copywriter, addressing candidate and staff concerns
• Guided and proctored +200 exam candidates, ensuring adherence to guidelines
• Monitored network activity and maintained stable internet connection
• Using Adobe Photoshop, created and designed content for +100 Social Media posts

Company industry:
Higher Education

Assistant Developer & Teaching Assistant

September 2019 - January 2020

Soran University

Soran, Iraq

September 2019 - January 2020

• Delivered practical application guidance on programming and databases during lectures
• Assisted 2 fellow lecturers in conveying theoretical concepts on Artificial Intelligence and Internet Security
• Assisted 2 final-year students in their research projects on programming and writing skills
• Refined the linguistic and writing capabilities of 6 undergraduate and 1 postgraduate theses
• Oriented 6 classes of students from various departments to the Soran Universitys faculties via touring and seminars
• Coordinated 2 annual exhibitions showcasing student work where +100 projects were presented
• Ensured 4 labs were prepared and equipped for learning activities

Company industry:
Primary, Prep, & Secondary School

Education

Faculty of Science, Soran University

November 2026

November 2026

Doctorate, AI Security

Iraq

Soran University

January 2023

January 2023

Master's degree, Data & AI

Iraq

Soran University

July 2019

July 2019

Bachelor's degree, Computer Software/ Software

Iraq

Skills

SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
Intermediate
SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
Intermediate
FINANCIAL SERVICES
Intermediate
FINANCIAL SERVICES
Intermediate
DATA MANAGEMENT
Expert
DATA MANAGEMENT
Expert
PYTHON PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE
Intermediate
PYTHON PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE
Intermediate
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Expert
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Expert
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
Expert
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
Expert
RESEARCH
Expert
RESEARCH
Expert
EDUCATION
Expert
EDUCATION
Expert
ACADEMIC ADVISING
Intermediate
ACADEMIC ADVISING
Intermediate
ACADEMIC WRITING
Intermediate
ACADEMIC WRITING
Intermediate
ADVERSARIAL MACHINE LEARNING
Intermediate
ADVERSARIAL MACHINE LEARNING
Intermediate
COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS
Intermediate
COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS
Intermediate
COMPUTATIONAL MATHEMATICS
Intermediate
COMPUTATIONAL MATHEMATICS
Intermediate
CYBER SECURITY
Intermediate
CYBER SECURITY
Intermediate
EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION
Intermediate
EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION
Intermediate
LECTURING
Intermediate
LECTURING
Intermediate
TUTORIALS
Intermediate
TUTORIALS
Intermediate
Science
Intermediate
Science
Intermediate
Network Security
Intermediate
Network Security
Intermediate
Project Management
Intermediate
Project Management
Intermediate

Languages

English

Expert

Arabic

Beginner

Kurdish

Native Speaker

Persian

Expert