I'm an AI/ML researcher with academic and research experience in applied machine learning, deep learning, NLP, cybersecurity, and image processing. I hold a bachelor’s and master’s degrees in computer science with distinction, and I bring multidisciplinary experience in IT systems, command and control (C2) operations, infrastructure security, and international cooperation. I’m motivated to develop practical AI and IT solutions that drive security, digital transformation, and innovation. I have hands-on experience designing, deploying, and evaluating machine learning models for regression, classification, and NLP, plus strong skills in neural networks, feature engineering, data analytics, and SQL. Proficient in Python and its data science stack (Pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn) and deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras). I am committed to advancing AI research and delivering real-world impact through cross-functional collaboration and capacity building.

Assem Alhawari

I'm an AI/ML researcher with academic and research experience in applied machine learning, deep learning, NLP, cybersecurity, and image processing. I hold a bachelor’s and master’s degrees in computer science with distinction, and I bring multidisciplinary experience in IT systems, command and control (C2) operations, infrastructure security, and international cooperation. I’m motivated to develop practical AI and IT solutions that drive security, digital transformation, and innovation. I have hands-on experience designing, deploying, and evaluating machine learning models for regression, classification, and NLP, plus strong skills in neural networks, feature engineering, data analytics, and SQL. Proficient in Python and its data science stack (Pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn) and deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras). I am committed to advancing AI research and delivering real-world impact through cross-functional collaboration and capacity building.

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I’m an AI/ML researcher with academic and research experience in applied machine learning, deep learning, NLP, cybersecurity, and image processing. I hold a bachelor’s and master’s degrees in computer science with distinction, and I bring multidisciplinary experience in IT systems, command and control (C2) operations, infrastructure security, and international cooperation. I’m motivated to develop practical AI and IT solutions that drive security, digital transformation, and innovation.

I have hands-on experience designing, deploying, and evaluating machine learning models for regression, classification, and NLP, plus strong skills in neural networks, feature engineering, data analytics, and SQL. Proficient in Python and its data science stack (Pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn) and deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras). I am committed to advancing AI research and delivering real-world impact through cross-functional collaboration and capacity building.

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Language

English
Fluent
Arabic
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Work Experience

Liaison Officer at Directorate of Planning and Organization (DPO), General Headquarters – Jordan Armed Forces
June 30, 2024 - August 13, 2025
Planned and developed defense capabilities, represented DPO in Capabilities-Based Assessment projects collaborating with international partners, managed communications as liaison between Signal Corps and DPO, and facilitated bilateral military cooperation with foreign military attachés including organizing UK-Jordan Staff Talks and participating in international forums.
Training and Simulation Center Commandant at Directorate of Signal Corps, JAF
September 30, 2020 - August 13, 2025
Led center operations and training programs, managed staff and technical C2 administration, and ensured lab and server infrastructure was fully functional for training on Command View Tactical (CV-T) software.
C2 Administrator and Instructor at Training & Simulation Center (T&SC), Directorate of Signal Corps, JAF
December 31, 2020 - August 13, 2025
Delivered operational and technical training on JAF’s C2 system including CV-T software and network monitoring tools. Developed curriculum and led capacity building among multiple training cohorts.
2nd Staff Officer Systems Observation at Directorate of Signal Corps, JAF
December 31, 2018 - August 13, 2025
Participated as a technical member in the establishment committee for the JAF C2 system, contributing to design, implementation, testing, and acceptance of software and hardware solutions.
2nd Staff Officer Communications Code at Directorate of Signal Corps, JAF
December 31, 2016 - August 13, 2025
Handled communications codes and was a member of the Royal Military College Recruiting Officer Committee, assessing candidates in multiple recruitment cycles.
Communication Platoon Leader at Jordan Armed Forces
December 31, 2014 - August 13, 2025
Led and managed signal platoons to provide secure communication support during training and field operations.
Commandant Assistant at Jordanian Center for the Fight Against Intellectual Extremism Studies, Directorate of Military Training (DMT), Jordan Armed Forces (JAF)
January 1, 2025 - September 9, 2025
Assisted the Commandant in overseeing center operations, training programs, and staff coordination related to intellectual extremism studies under the DMT. Managed program delivery and administrative tasks to ensure mission readiness.
Liaison Officer at Directorate of Planning and Organization (DPO), General Headquarters, Jordan Armed Forces (GHQ/JAF)
June 1, 2024 - September 9, 2025
Liaison for planning and organizational coordination; supported capability development and project planning.
Sub-Committee Liaison Officer - Capabilities-Based Assessment (CBA) project at Directorate of Planning and Organization (DPO) / GHQ/JAF
December 1, 2021 - September 9, 2025
Represented DPO in collaboration with ISG and DSCA for Logistics and Human Capital Development CBA initiatives; contributed across planning, gap analysis, and solutions documentation.
Bilateral Cooperation Liaison Officer at International Cooperation Department / Bilateral Cooperation Branch, Jordan Armed Forces (JAF)
June 1, 2024 - September 9, 2025
Served as liaison with multiple military attachés (UK, Czech Republic, France, Austria, Kosovo, Belgium); oversaw administration, coordination, tracking, and reporting of bilateral cooperation activities.
Commandant, Training and Simulation Center at Directorate of Signal Corps, Jordan Armed Forces (JAF)
September 1, 2020 - September 9, 2025
Led center operations, training programs, staff management, and technical C2 administration; oversaw lab and server infrastructure to ensure full functionality.
C2 Administrator and Instructor at Training & Simulation Center (T&SC), Directorate of Signal Corps, JAF
January 1, 2020 - September 9, 2025
Delivered operational and technical training of JAF’s C2 system features; instructed C2 system administration tasks including network monitoring and Windows server management; contributed to curriculum development.
2nd Staff Officer Systems Observation at Directorate of Signal Corps, JAF
January 1, 2018 - September 9, 2025
Technical member contributing to establishment and oversight of the C2 system; participated in program design reviews and testing events.
2nd Staff Officer Communications / Code at Directorate of Signal Corps, JAF
January 1, 2016 - September 9, 2025
Communication platoon leadership; provided secure and effective communications support during training and field operations.
Communication Platoon Leader at Jordan Armed Forces (JAF)
January 1, 2014 - September 9, 2025
Led signal platoons, ensuring secure communications for training and field operations.

Education

M.Sc. in Computer Science at Jordan University of Science and Technology
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Commissioning Course 091 at Royal Military Academy Sandhurst
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
B.Sc. in Computer Science and Military Science at Mutah University
November 1, 2004 - June 30, 2008
M.Sc. in Computer Science at Jordan University of Science and Technology
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
B.Sc. in Computer Science and Military Science at Mutah University
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008
Commissioning Course 091 at Royal Military Academy Sandhurst
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009

Qualifications

Introduction To Generative AI
July 1, 2025 - August 13, 2025
Advanced Learning Algorithms
March 1, 2024 - August 13, 2025
Supervised Machine Learning: Regression and Classification
December 1, 2023 - August 13, 2025
PMP Training Course (40 hours)
August 1, 2020 - August 13, 2025
Advanced English Language Course
January 1, 2020 - April 30, 2020
Advanced Signal Course for Engineers
June 1, 2018 - November 30, 2018
Military C2 Operational & Trainer Course
September 1, 2017 - August 13, 2025
Command and Control (C2) System Administrator Training
July 1, 2017 - August 31, 2017
BAE Systems Cyber Bootcamp
July 1, 2017 - July 31, 2017
Information and Computer Networks Security
November 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Signal Basic Officer Leader Course (SBOLC) 003-14
February 1, 2014 - June 30, 2014
Introduction To Generative AI
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2025
Advanced Learning Algorithms
January 11, 2030 - March 1, 2024
Supervised Machine Learning: Regression and Classification
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2023
PMP Training Course
August 1, 2020 - September 9, 2025
Advanced English Language Course
January 1, 2020 - April 1, 2020
C2 Operational & Trainer Course
September 1, 2017 - November 1, 2017
C2 System Administrator Training
July 1, 2017 - August 1, 2017
BAE Systems Cyber Bootcamp
July 1, 2017 - July 31, 2017
Signal Basic Officer Leader Course (SBOLC) 003-14
February 1, 2014 - June 1, 2014

Industry Experience

Government, Education, Computers & Electronics, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Telecommunications