Call for Papers - Scalable Computing in Cloud Infrastructure for Smart Networking Management and Cybersecurity

 Call for Papers

Scalable Computing in Cloud Infrastructure for Smart Networking Management
and Cybersecurity
https://scpe.org/index.php/scpe/CFP_SI_SCCASNMC


Introduction

Scalable computing in cloud infrastructure is a critical component in
advancing smart networking management and bolstering cybersecurity
measures. The dynamic and ever-evolving nature of smart networking demands
a scalable architecture that can efficiently handle the increasing volume
and complexity of data traffic. Cloud infrastructure, with its elasticity
and on-demand resource allocation, provides a scalable solution to
accommodate the growing demands of smart networks. In the realm of smart
networking management, scalability ensures the seamless integration of new
devices, services, and applications into the network ecosystem. As the
number of connected devices continues to rise, a scalable cloud
infrastructure allows for the efficient deployment of additional computing
resources, ensuring that the network can adapt to fluctuations in demand
without compromising performance or reliability. This adaptability is
essential for optimizing the functionality of smart networks and
facilitating the rapid deployment of innovative services.

Moreover, scalable computing plays a pivotal role in enhancing
cybersecurity in smart networking environments. The ability to scale
resources dynamically allows for the implementation of robust security
measures, such as intrusion detection systems, firewalls, and encryption
protocols, without causing a degradation in network performance. As cyber
threats become increasingly sophisticated, a scalable cloud infrastructure
enables the quick deployment of security updates and patches to safeguard
against evolving vulnerabilities. However, challenges exist in achieving
seamless scalability in cloud-based smart networking and cybersecurity.
Ensuring interoperability across diverse devices and systems, as well as
addressing potential latency issues during scaling events, requires careful
consideration. Additionally, the effective management of data privacy and
compliance concerns remains crucial in the context of cloud-based
solutions. Scalable computing within cloud infrastructure is a cornerstone
for the efficient management of smart networks and the implementation of
robust cybersecurity measures. As the landscape of smart networking
continues to evolve, the scalability of cloud solutions will be
instrumental in meeting the demands of dynamic and secure digital
ecosystems. Efforts to address challenges and refine scalable cloud
architectures will undoubtedly shape the future of smart networking
management and cybersecurity. A special issue of this journal will combine
advanced cyberinfrastructure techniques and cloud infrastructure and smart
networking management to address the diverse needs and challenges that
cyberinfrastructure face today, as well as security threats. We invite both
academic and industrial authors to submit original manuscripts on advanced
cyberinfrastructure applications and security threats.
Recommended topics (but not limited to)

+    Scalable computing systems in cyber resilience for cyber security
+    Scalable computing in management of hardware and software resources of
cloud infrastructure for cybersecurity
+    Scalable computing in virtual networking and vulnerabilities for cloud
computing applications
+    Scalable computing in intelligent intrusion detection system of
malicious activities of cloud computing for cyberinfrastructure
+    Scalable computing in software defined internet of things for network
function virtualization and cyberinfrastructure
+    Scalable computing in multi factor authentication for cyber
infrastructure
+    Scalable computing in resilient and dependability management of
distributed environments for cyberinfrastructure
+    Scalable computing in middleware architecture for cyber attacks
detection of IoT ecosystem
+    Scalable computing in software defined network architecture for smart
grid resilience and service attacks
+    Scalable computing in cloud and IoT secure integration for cyber
infrastructure


Important dates
Submission deadline: 31 July, 2024
Authors notification:   31 October, 2024
Revision submission: 31 December, 2024


Submission guidelines

Original and unpublished works on any of the topics aforementioned or
related are welcome. The SCPE journal has a rigorous peer-reviewing process
and papers will be reviewed by at least two referees. All submitted papers
must be formatted according to the journal's instructions, which can be
found at the journal WWW site.

During submission please select a Special Issue that you want to submit to
and provide this information in the Comments for the Editor field.


Guest Editors

Lead: Francesco Flammini, Full Professor of Computer Science, School of
Innovation, Design and Engineering, Mälardalen University, Sweden, email:
francescoflammini@ieee.org

Theo Dimitrakos, Professor of Computer Science, School of Computing,
University of Kent, Canterbury, UK, email: t.dimitrakos@kent.ac.uk

Mehdi Sookhak, Assistant Professor of Computer Science Department of
Computing Sciences Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, United States,
email: mehdi.sookhak@tamucc.edu

Amir Javadpour, Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical
Engineering University of Oulu, Oulu, Finland, email:
a.javadpour87@gmail.com

G. Nagarajan, Professor of Computer Science and Engineering, Sathyabama
Institute of Science and Technology, India, email:
gnagarajan.cse@sathyabama.ac.in