Workshop Overview
This workshop brings together researchers, PhD students, and industry collaborators to explore advancements in Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA), 5G network slicing, teleoperation of automotive vehicles, and LLM-driven cybersecurity. Hosted by the Center of Excellence in Cybersecurity and Future Networks (CECFN) at Northern Illinois University, the event will feature live lab demonstrations, student research presentations, and discussions on potential collaboration and funding opportunities.
Workshop Itinerary
| Time | Location | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM | Room PM 55 |
Arrival and Introduction at CECFN Lab
Welcome and introductions for all attendees at the CECFN Lab. |
| 10:15 AM – 11:00 AM | Room PM 55 |
Overview and Demonstration
Overview and demonstration of our ongoing work in the Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) and the 5G Testbed for teleoperation. |
| 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM | PM 29 / Server Room / DoW Lab |
Labs Tour
Guided tour of the ASQN Lab (Room PM 29), the server room, and the DoW Lab. |
| 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Room PM 55 |
Team Presentations
Presentation by Dr. Choi and our visitors about the team's previous and current development in the automotive vehicle program. |
| 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | Room PM 55 |
Lunch
Lunch at the CECFN Lab (Room PM 55). |
| 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM | Room PM 55 |
PhD Students' Presentations
Research presentations (15 min + 5 min Q&A each): 1:30 – 1:50 PM
ِِAutonomous Cyber Defense in Smart Vehicles Using the Markov Decision-Making Process
PhD Student · 15 min + 5 min Q&A
1:50 – 2:10 PM
Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) for Autonomous Vehicle Electronic Control Units
PhD Student · 15 min + 5 min Q&A
2:10 – 2:30 PM
Network Slice Orchestration for Automotive Vehicles
PhD Student · 15 min + 5 min Q&A
1:30 – 1:50 PM
Confidential Computing in a V2X Environment
PhD Student · 15 min + 5 min Q&A
2:30 – 2:45 PM
Quantum‑Safe Communication for Smart Vehicles
PhD Student · 15 min + 5 min Q&A
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| 2:45 PM – 3:30 PM | Room PM 55 | Potential Collaboration and Funding Opportunities |
| 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Dr. Kholidy's Office | Visit and Discussion at Dr. Kholidy's Office |