A young Sierra Leonean cybersecurity expert based in India is preparing to return home with advanced research and operational experience aimed at strengthening the country’s digital security, cybercrime investigation, and forensic capabilities.

The researcher, who holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science and a Master of Science (MSc) in Cyber Security, is currently pursuing a PhD in Cybersecurity, focusing on drone forensics, drone countermeasures, and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven crime scene management.

With a combination of academic research and practical industry experience, he has developed expertise in cybersecurity operations, digital investigations, and emerging technologies designed to support national security and law enforcement.

In his professional role, he works on system monitoring, vulnerability assessment, incident response, and digital forensic investigations involving computers, mobile devices, and networks. His work focuses on preserving, analysing, and presenting digital evidence in a manner that meets investigative and legal standards.

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His research has contributed to the development of forensic frameworks and tools aimed at improving the accuracy, reliability, and legal defensibility of cyber investigations.

A major area of his doctoral research is drone forensics, where he explores methods for extracting and analysing unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) flight logs, sensor information, and onboard storage to reconstruct drone activities linked to criminal investigations.

He is also researching drone countermeasures, including technologies and strategies for detecting and mitigating malicious drone operations that could pose risks to public safety, borders, and critical infrastructure.

Another key focus of his work is the use of artificial intelligence in crime scene management. Through AI-powered tools, he is exploring ways to support investigators by automating evidence sorting, improving crime scene reconstruction, and identifying investigative leads from complex digital and multimedia data.

His research has resulted in the development of frameworks and prototypes designed to help investigators transform aerial and digital traces into reliable, court-ready evidence.

Beyond academia, the cybersecurity specialist has supported security and law enforcement initiatives by advising on forensic procedures, contributing to cybercrime investigations, and helping integrate drone-generated data into investigative processes.

As he prepares to return to Sierra Leone, he hopes to apply his expertise to national priorities, including strengthening border surveillance, improving crime scene management, training local investigators, and supporting the development of policies around the use and regulation of unmanned aerial systems.

He is seeking opportunities to collaborate with government institutions, security agencies, universities, and international partners to translate his research into practical solutions that enhance Sierra Leone’s cyber resilience and forensic capabilities.

Through advisory services, technical consultancy, training programmes, and research partnerships, he aims to contribute to building local capacity and developing innovative solutions that protect communities and support justice delivery in Sierra Leone.