Call for Papers (CFP) Volume 3, Issue 2 2026

02/28/2026

Call for Papers (CFP)
Journal of Information Technology, Cybersecurity, and Artificial Intelligence (JITCAI)
Volume 3, Issue 2 – 2026

The Journal of Information Technology, Cybersecurity, and Artificial Intelligence (JITCAI) invites researchers, academicians, industry professionals, and graduate students to submit original and high-quality manuscripts for Volume 3, Issue 2 (2026).

JITCAI is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access scholarly journal dedicated to advancing research and practical innovation in the fields of Information Technology, Cybersecurity, and Artificial Intelligence. The journal provides a multidisciplinary platform for the dissemination of theoretical foundations, applied research, and emerging technologies impacting academia, industry, and society.

 Scope and Topics of Interest

Submissions are welcome in, but not limited to, the following areas:

Artificial Intelligence & Intelligent Systems

  • Machine Learning and Deep Learning

  • Generative AI and Large Language Models

  • Explainable and Responsible AI

  • AI-based Decision Support Systems

  • Autonomous and Intelligent Agents

Cybersecurity & Information Assurance

  • Network and Cloud Security

  • Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS)

  • Threat Intelligence and Malware Analysis

  • Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment

  • Zero Trust Architecture and Security Governance

Digital Forensics & Incident Response

  • Computer and Mobile Forensics

  • Memory and Cloud Forensics

  • Evidence Acquisition and Chain of Custody

  • Malware and Ransomware Investigations

  • Forensic Tools and Methodologies

Data Science & Analytics

  • Data Mining and Predictive Analytics

  • Big Data Platforms and Processing

  • Data Visualization and Statistical Modeling

  • Business Intelligence Systems

Cloud Computing & Emerging Technologies

  • Virtualization and Containerization

  • Internet of Things (IoT) Security

  • Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies

  • Quantum Computing and Post-Quantum Security

Software Engineering & Secure Development

  • Secure Coding Practices

  • Software Testing and Verification

  • DevOps and Microservices

  • Web and API Security

Human-Computer Interaction & AI in Education

  • AI-assisted Learning Systems

  • Learning Analytics

  • Usability and UX Research

  • Educational Technologies

Cryptography & Privacy

  • Encryption Algorithms

  • Secure Communication Protocols

  • Privacy-Preserving Computation

  • Digital Signatures and PKI

Information Systems & Digital Transformation

  • IT Governance and Risk Management

  • Enterprise Systems

  • Digital Transformation Strategies

  • E-Business and Decision Support Systems

 Types of Submissions
  • Original Research Articles

  • Review Articles / Survey Papers

  • Technical Notes / Short Communications

  • Industry Case Studies

 Important Dates
  • Submission Deadline: March 31, 2026

  • First Review Decision: 2–4 weeks after submission

  • Final Decision: Within 6 weeks of submission

  • Publication Date: July 2026

 Author Guidelines
  • Manuscripts must be 1000–5000 words

  • Follow IEEE citation and formatting style

  • All submissions undergo double-blind peer review

  • Similarity check is performed prior to review

  • Papers must be original and not under review elsewhere

 Publication Information
  • Gold Open Access Journal

  • Article Processing Charge (APC): $50 USD

  • Online ISSN: 3065-6516

  • Print ISSN: 3066-6139

 Submission

Authors should submit manuscripts through the online submission system:
https://www.jitcai.org/index.php/journal/about/submissions

 Why Publish in JITCAI?
  • Rapid review and publication process

  • Open-access global visibility

  • Indexed in Google Scholar, Scilit, and Semantic Scholar (via CrossRef DOI registration)

  • Multidisciplinary audience across AI, IT, and Cybersecurity

We look forward to your valuable contribution and participation in advancing research in intelligent technologies and secure computing systems.

Editor-in-Chief
Dr. Ahmed Al Zaidy
Journal of Information Technology, Cybersecurity, and Artificial Intelligence (JITCAI)