Shuchona Malek Orthi
250 Citations | h-index 10 | 20 Peer Reviews | MBA IT Project Mgmt (STEM)
Shuchona Malek Orthi

IEEE & Springer Published Researcher

Shuchona Malek Orthi

AI cybersecurity researcher specializing in post-quantum cryptography, zero-trust security, and privacy-preserving AI for healthcare systems. Published in IEEE conferences and Springer Nature, addressing Executive Order 14028 zero-trust mandates.

250
Citations
10
h-index
10
i10-index
22
Peer Reviews

MBA in IT Project Management (STEM) professional with 7+ years of experience in pioneering research and practical application of AI-driven project management, zero-trust cybersecurity frameworks, and privacy-preserving healthcare systems. Currently serving as Business Analyst at Tek Intelligent, contributing expertise to IT infrastructure modernization and digital transformation initiatives.

My research addresses critical challenges in cybersecurity resilience, healthcare modernization, and AI-driven infrastructure optimization. Through 20+ peer-reviewed publications (250 citations, h-index 10), I have contributed novel frameworks in zero-trust security architectures, privacy-preserving federated learning for healthcare systems, and AI-augmented risk intelligence—all domains essential to technological leadership and cybersecurity advancement in an increasingly digital world.

My work focuses on addressing the security challenges outlined in Executive Order 14028, particularly post-quantum cryptography readiness and zero-trust architecture implementation. As a verified peer reviewer for IEEE Access (Web of Science tracked, 22 completed reviews), I actively contribute to advancing the field through rigorous evaluation of cutting-edge cybersecurity research.

I have been recognized through competitive grants totaling $23,700, IEEE conference presentations, and thought leadership in fields critical to the future of secure, privacy-preserving AI systems. My goal is to continue bridging academic research and real-world IT project delivery, strengthening digital infrastructure security while advancing the state of the art in AI cybersecurity.

Expert Recognition

Peer Review Contributions

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22 Verified Peer Reviews for IEEE Access

Serving as an expert reviewer for IEEE Access, evaluating manuscripts in AI cybersecurity, post-quantum cryptography, zero-trust security, and healthcare IoT. All reviews tracked and verified through Web of Science Publons/Researcher ID system.

22
Total Reviews
17 unique manuscripts
100%
Verified
Web of Science tracked
3
Review Rounds
Multi-round reviews
2026
Recent Activity
April-May 2026

Review Expertise Areas:

Research Output

Selected Publications

250
Total Citations
10
h-index
10
i10-index
🔷 IEEE

IEEE Conference Publications (Featured)

📖 Springer

Springer Nature Publication (Featured)

⭐ Q1

Q1 Journal Publications

AI-driven Cybersecurity Threat Intelligence: Machine Learning Approaches
Journal of Posthumanism (Q1) • Co-author • 42 citations • 2024
Q1 Journal AI Cybersecurity 42 Citations
Digital Transformation in USA: Cybersecurity Challenges and AI Solutions
Journal of Posthumanism (Q1) • Co-author • 12 citations • 2024
Q1 Journal Digital Transformation 12 Citations

Full publication list: Google Scholar Profile

Professional Background

Experience

Feb 2026 - Present
Business Analyst
Tek Intelligent USA
Contributing expertise in IT project management, cybersecurity framework implementation, and digital transformation initiatives for U.S. client infrastructure modernization.
Aug 2021 - May 2023
Project Coordinator
Relisource Technologies
Led cross-functional project teams in software development lifecycle management, stakeholder communication, and Agile methodology implementation.
Jun 2020 - Jul 2021
Branding Executive
Realme Bangladesh (OPEC Group)
Managed brand positioning strategies, market research initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration for product launches in competitive markets.

Academic Background

Education

MBA in IT Project Management (STEM)
Westcliff University, Irvine, California
Conferred: October 26, 2025 • Cum Laude • GPA: 3.59/4.00
MBA in Marketing
University of Dhaka, Bangladesh
2020 • GPA: 3.59/4.00
BA (Hons) in English
Stamford University Bangladesh
2017 • GPA: 3.33/4.00

Recognition

Awards & Grants

R&D Grant — BYLC & Netherlands Embassy
$17,000
BYLC Bangladesh & Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands
Simcubator Innovation Grant
$5,000
International Startup Incubator, Switzerland
GLIDE Scholarship Award
$1,700
Westcliff University, California

Total competitive research funding: $23,700

Editorial Leadership

Editorial & Scholarly Services

Actively contributing to the scientific community through peer review, editorial board applications, and educational initiatives in AI cybersecurity and digital health. These activities reflect a commitment to advancing the quality and accessibility of research in fields critical to national infrastructure and healthcare security.

Peer Reviewer — Dove Medical Press
International Journal of General Medicine • Dove Medical Press • December 2025
Medical Publishing Certificate Issued Data-Driven Medicine
IEEE SSIT Educational Initiative — Proposed Presenter
IEEE Society on Social Implications of Technology • Formation Week 2026 • June 2026
Proposed educational webinar: "Bridging the Gap: AI-Powered Maternal Health Tracking for Pregnant Women in Developing Countries" — addressing ethical AI design, privacy-preserving federated learning, and zero-trust security for population-scale maternal health systems in resource-constrained settings.
IEEE SSIT Public-Interest Technology AI Ethics Global Health
Reviewer — Elsevier Journals (Application in Progress)
International Journal of Project ManagementExpert Systems with ApplicationsInternational Journal of Information Management • Elsevier • 2026
Elsevier Q1 Journals Application Active

Get in Touch

Contact

Open to collaborations in AI cybersecurity research, editorial board opportunities, guest editing, and consulting on zero-trust architecture, post-quantum cryptography, and privacy-preserving AI for healthcare systems.

orthimalek@gmail.com s.orthi.339@westcliff.edu LinkedIn Google Scholar Scopus Web of Science ORCID