Amjad Alkilani, PhD

Dr. Amjad Alkilani is the Program Chair for the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology and Bachelor of Science in Computer Software Technology programs in the Global College of Professional Advancement at the University of Arizona Global Campus.

Dr. Alkilani has over 12 years of higher education teaching experience (on-ground and online), 16 years of training experience, and 8 years of IT curriculum development and program accreditation (ABET & WASC). In addition to his contributions to developing advanced software courses, he has taught a wide range of classes—from foundational Software Engineering and Computer Science topics (including computer networking, database management, web and mobile app development, and software project management) to advanced-level courses such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and secure coding techniques.

Before joining the University of Arizona Global Campus in 2016, Dr. Alkilani served as an Assistant Professor at the University of Central Missouri and as a Research and Teaching Assistant at Tennessee State University.

In addition to his teaching experience, Dr. Alkilani has over 18 years of industry experience in developing secure and smart software applications, with demonstrated proficiency in managing, directing, architecting, designing, and implementing highly complex secure AI solutions. He has held several technical positions with software companies and government agencies, including Software Analyst/Developer with A-Z Group Inc. (Irvine, CA), Senior Software Developer with Los Angeles County (Los Angeles, CA), Senior Software Engineer with the State of Tennessee, Department of Safety and Homeland Security (Nashville, TN), and Project Manager & Senior Consultant with CBM Integrated Software Inc. (California, USA).

Dr. Alkilani is a dedicated senior consultant with diverse operational experience in both secure software development and business intelligence analysis. He is a recognized expert in secure AI software development, and his research focuses on solving real-world problems through intelligent and secure systems methodologies.

He is a member of the Golden Key International Honour Society, recognized for achieving a 4.0 GPA during his Ph.D.