Dr. Sayanton Dibbo, assistant professor in the Department of Computer Science, has been invited to serve on the program committees for USENIX Security 2026 and the ACM Conference on Computer and Communications Security 2026, two of the most selective and influential conferences in the field of computer and information security.
USENIX Security is widely regarded as one of the top-tier conferences in computer and information security, known for its highly competitive selection process and strong emphasis on impactful, systems-oriented research. Program committee members are selected by conference co-chairs based on their scholarly contributions and recognized expertise, reflecting a high level of trust within the research community.
ACM CCS is another flagship conference in computer security and privacy and is ranked among the “top four” conferences in the field. The conference is known for its global reach and influence, attracting cutting-edge research in areas such as cryptography, network security and privacy. Invitations to serve on the program committee are extended to researchers with established records and demonstrated leadership in the field.
As a program committee member for both conferences, Dibbo will play a direct role in shaping the future of computer security research. He will review and evaluate submissions, engage in collaborative discussions with fellow experts, and, in some cases, mentor authors through revisions. This work will allow him to help identify research trends and contribute to the advancement of high-quality scholarship at the forefront of the discipline.
“This role will help enable me to foster research on emerging threats in AI privacy and security by promoting interdisciplinary and practical research, while also ensuring quality in the review process at top-tier venues,” Dibbo said.
Dibbo’s invitations to these committees highlight his growing influence in computer and information security research and reflect the College’s continued presence in leading international research communities.