I am currently writing up my PhD thesis on Wireless Sensor Network Security at Lancaster University.

> My work is due for completion in December 2010 and I am looking for full-time jobs, see Contact Me.

My current research interests include the areas of wireless networking, network security, cryptography, key management, radio science and localisation. My existing research interests include security, computer networks, embedded systems and robotics.

I have numerous International publications in the areas of cryptographic key management and physical-layer authentication.

> See Research.

> See Publications.

Academic Experience

I hold a first class Honours degree in Computer Science (Embedded Systems and Robotics) from the University of Essex. This contained considerable elements of security, C programming, software engineering, web development and networking. My dissertation involved the implementation of a wireless control system for a model railway.

For several years, I have been a tutor and teaching assistant for a number of undergraduate and postgraduate courses at Lancaster University. These include Java programming, Embedded Systems and Web Technology as well as more practical courses on Linux and LaTeX. As tutor, I also assist students on an ad-hoc basis with related subjects including systems architecture, data structures, algorithms, networking and logical mathematics.

> See Train Project.

> See Teaching.

Industrial Experience

Although my main background is in computing, I also have industrial experience in proof-of-concept security engineering, customer service, student support, management and retail. I have also served in various student union positions over the years - particularly in web, publicity and communication roles.

From commercial IT support and development experience, I have extensive end-user, administrative and technical experience of various Microsoft, Mac OSX and Linux environments (both client and server). My experience in home offices, small businesses and development includes various standards of wired, wireless, POTS, VPN and DSL network technologies. I also hold an AA grade Advanced Vocational Certificate in ICT.

I am the present Chief Engineer at Bailrigg FM in a voluntary role procuring, installing and maintaining broadcast-standard audio and radio equipment. The role also includes the technical management of outside broadcasts and events. My technical knowledge on audio and radio systems is supported by an Ofcom Amateur Radio license.

> For a complete Technical CV, please contact me directly.