Eng. Ashraf Alkaraki is a cybersecurity and information technology professional and higher education lecturer with more than 15 years of combined industry and academic experience. He currently teaches Computer and Information Sciences at the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) in the UAE, contributing to cybersecurity, networking, systems security, and applied technology education. His professional background spans healthcare, oil and gas, government, and ICT, providing extensive experience in translating real-world industry challenges into practical learning and employability-focused education.

Ashraf holds a Master of Engineering in Cybersecurity and Cloud Computing. He is a PMP-certified professional and an NCFE Certified Assessor, with expertise in competency-based assessment, curriculum and laboratory design, quality assurance, and evidence-based assessment. His work bridges academic learning with industry practice, with a strong focus on innovation, practical impact, and preparing learners for evolving technology and cybersecurity environments.