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Graduate Research Assistant
Department of Computer Science, University of Wyoming
Laramie, Wyoming, USA
E‑mail ☎ asifalif97@gmail.com
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Biography
Asif Alif is a PhD student at the University of Wyoming, USA, specializing in Cyber Security with a keen interest in Quantum Cryptography and Post-Quantum Cryptography. His passion is reflected in his participation in over 100 Cyber Security Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions, tackling challenges in Cryptography, Steganography, Digital Forensics, Reverse Engineering, Network Security, and more. He was 1st runner-up in the Inter University Cyber Drill organized by BGD e-GOV CIRT, Bangladesh. Asif received the prestigious ICT Division fellowship for his Master’s thesis and holds certifications including CEH Practical. His research aims to push boundaries in advanced security solutions and contribute meaningfully to the academic community.
Research Interests
- Cyber Security
- Post-Quantum Cryptography
- Quantum Cryptography
- Quantum Information Theory
Education & Credentials
B.Sc. in ICT, Islamic University Bangladesh, 2023
M.Sc. in ICT, Islamic University Bangladesh, 2025
PhD in Computer Science, University of Wyoming (ongoing)
Selected Publications
- “Quantum Cryptography and Post-Quantum Security: A Comparative Study,” arXiv, 2024.
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Teaching & Training
• CTF Instructor, IEEE Islamic University Student Branch (2021–2022)
• Instructor, Cyber Skills Bootcamp, BUBT (2024)
• Trained 170+ students across 16 cybersecurity modules including Cryptography, Digital Forensics, Web Security, and OSINT.
Honours & Service
- ICT Division Fellowship Recipient (Bangladesh)
- 1st Runner-up – Inter University Cyber Drill, BGD e-GOV CIRT
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH Practical)