Since 2006, Dr. Farah BARIKA KTATA has been a pivotal figure at the Higher Institute of Applied Sciences and Technology of Sousse (ISSAT), where she serves as an associate professor. In this role, she has played a fundamental part in shaping the development of future technologists and researchers. Her influence extends far beyond her teaching duties; as Vice Director, she manages key institutional operations, while her leadership as head of the Quality Committee ensures that ISSAT consistently upholds the highest standards of academic excellence and operational performance.

Her exemplary leadership was most evident during her tenure as Quality Team Leader at ISSAT Sousse from 2021 to 2024. Under her guidance, ISSAT Sousse achieved a landmark accomplishment in June 2024 by becoming the first institution within the University of Sousse to receive certification under the ISO 21001:2018 standard, an internationally recognized benchmark for quality management systems in educational organizations. This prestigious certification is a testament to her unwavering commitment to academic excellence and her dedication to the continuous improvement of institutional practices.

Dr. BARIKA’s influence is not limited to academia. She was elected President of the Committee of AI Experts at UTICA Sousse, a highly regarded role in which she offers strategic guidance on the integration of AI into economic and technological frameworks. This position underscores her significant contributions to shaping AI policy and driving innovation at both regional and national levels.

In addition to her leadership roles, Dr. BARIKA is a prominent figure in Artificial Intelligence research in Tunisia. As the President of the Tunisian Association of Artificial Intelligence (ATIA), she leads national efforts to advance the development and application of AI technologies, fostering innovation and bridging the gap between academia and industry. Her position as a senior researcher at MIRACL (Multimedia, Information Systems, and Advanced Computing Laboratory) further highlights her status as a leading expert in AI research. At MIRACL, she contributes to groundbreaking studies in multimedia systems, IT security, and advanced computational methods.

Dr. BARIKA KTATA also holds the prestigious position of General Co-Chair for both IEEE AMCAI 2024 and IEEE AMCAI 2025, an international conference organized by ATIA and dedicated to Advances in Machine Learning and Computational Intelligence. This conference brings together top-tier researchers and practitioners to explore cutting-edge innovations in AI, promoting high-impact research and interdisciplinary collaboration. IEEE AMCAI plays a pivotal role in advancing scientific discourse in areas such as deep learning, AI ethics, and cybersecurity, making it a cornerstone event for the global AI community.

Her research covers a broad range of critical areas, including Artificial Intelligence, IT security, and Database Management Systems, with a particular focus on Distributed Intelligent Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Cloud Security. She frequently explores the intersection of machine learning and blockchain technologies to create decentralized security solutions that safeguard IoT environments and multi-agent systems.

Dr. BARIKA’s academic influence is further reflected in her numerous publications featured in prestigious international research platforms such as IEEE Xplore and Springer. With over 130 citations, her work demonstrates a significant contribution to the fields of Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity, positioning her as a key figure in both national and international AI research communities.