Indo-Dutch Cyber Security School 2025 (IDCSS 2025)
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29 July, 2025
With the Supreme Court of India affirming Digital Access as a Fundamental Right, strengthening grassroots cybersecurity is essential to uphold this right and ensure a safe, inclusive digital society for all. Cyber Diksha is a 7-day Specialized Training Program by CCoE – a glocal hub jointly established by the Government of Telangana and DSCI (a NASSCOM initiative), designed to equip participants with foundational and practical cybersecurity skills.
21 December, 2024
The Infosec University Hackathon 2024 is a nationwide challenge for college students to showcase their cybersecurity skills and win exciting prizes, including an internship at Synchrony.
ROUND 1 - Qualifier Round: Dec 21-22, 2024
ROUND 2 - Finals: Jan 11, 2025
14 October, 2024
The Indo-Dutch Cyber Security School is an annual large-scale event organised by a number of Dutch and Indian organisations for students and young professionals interested in cyber security issues.
5 September, 2024
FTCCI, HyderabadJoin us for the Sub Summit on Cybersecurity in AI, a groundbreaking event jointly hosted by the Centre of Cybersecurity Excellence (CCOE) and the Federation of Telangana Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FTCCI). Set to take place on September 4, 2024, at FTCCI, Hyderabad, this summit is your gateway to understanding the critical intersection of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence.
9 August, 2024
The Great AppSec Hackathon is a nationwide competition organised for students to enhance their cybersecurity capabilities via fun gamified approaches.
ROUND 1 Assessment Test (MCQ)
9th and 10th August, 2024
ROUND 2 Capture the Flag Challenge
17th and 18th August, 2024
23 April, 2024
TelanganaCCoE, under Dr. Sriram Birudavolu's leadership, organised the Cybersecurity and Privacy Conference for Telangana Government Departments. This milestone event united government and industry stakeholders to tackle cybersecurity challenges. With thought-provoking keynotes & insights from key leaders, a startup innovation showcase, and awards for outstanding contributions by leading enterprises, the event showcased collaborative efforts in enhancing cybersecurity.
21 March, 2024
HICC Novotel, HyderabadCCoE collaborated with the Consulate General of Israel to South India & Ministry of Economy & Industry for the 'Business Network Meeting on CyberTech' at HICC Novotel. Dr. Sriram Birudavolu, as Guest of Honour, joined the event where Israeli companies presented their cybersecurity solutions to expand in Hyderabad, India, fostering closer ties between the two nations in cybersecurity
13 March, 2024
Maturi Venkata Subba Rao (MVSR) Engineering CollegeCCoE signed an MoU with MVSR Engineering College. Dr. Sriram Birudavolu shared insights on cybersecurity careers with 150 CSE students, highlighting diverse career paths in the field.
26 February, 2024
VJIT, Hyderabad - TelanganaDr. Sriram Birudavolu engaged with students focussing on the diverse career opportunities within cybersecurity & privacy. He focussed on the burgeoning significance of these fields, & also discussed various career paths, industry trends, & essential skills.
26 February, 2024
Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of TechnologyDr. Sriram Birudavolu was the chief guest at Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology's Cybernexa, where he inaugurated the event & shed light on the significance of cybersecurity in our digital age. He shared key insights on navigating the cyber terrain, from safeguarding personal data to fortifying corporate networks.
13 February, 2024
The Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence (CCoE) hosted an industry visit for 38 faculty members from various engineering colleges to CtrlS Datacenters Ltd as part of a Faculty Development Program (FDP) organized by G. Narayanamma Institute of Technology and Science. During the visit, the faculty members had the opportunity to tour the Security Operations Center (SOC) of CtrlS, where the CtrlS team shared insights on SOC operations and data center management. Additionally, CCoE delivered a lecture on Security Operations Centers and the opportunities available for CCoE-partnered colleges, providing valuable knowledge and networking opportunities for the faculty members.
2 February, 2024
The Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence (CCoE) proudly participated in the E-Summit 2024 - AAROHATI: ASCENT TO THE SUMMIT, hosted by ECell IIT Hyderabad. The event provided an excellent platform for CCoE to engage in meaningful discussions, build valuable connections, and demonstrate its expertise in cybersecurity. The team's active involvement and contributions significantly enhanced the summit's dynamic and informative atmosphere.
Dates:2nd , 3rd and 4th Feb
30 January, 2024
The Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence (CCoE) successfully launched the inaugural session of the PrivSec Spotlight-CISO & DPO series, attracting a remarkable attendance of 140 participants. This unique series aims to provide exclusive insights from the industry's leading experts, addressing the challenges, advancements, and trends that shape the digital defence landscape. The session, led by Srinivas Poosarla, Senior VP & Group Chief Privacy Officer at Infosys, offered an in-depth exploration of data privacy intricacies, the future of privacy professionals, and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies. Stay tuned for more updates on this enlightening series.
28 January, 2024
The Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence (CCoE) celebrated Data Privacy Day, #DPD2024, with a series of engaging sessions aimed at fostering a privacy-conscious culture. Industry experts, including Dr. Sai Sushanth Samudrala from SUSHANTH IT LAW ASSOCIATES and Ibrahim Khatri FIP (CIPM, CIPP/E) - Founder & CEO of privEzi, shared their insights on securing data principal consent, drafting impactful notices, and exploring novel approaches to data privacy. The event saw enthusiastic participation from over 80 professionals and students from academia and industry, highlighting the collective commitment to #BePrivacyConscious and shape a safer tomorrow.
19 January, 2024
CCoE organized a startup connect event, which witnessed participation from all incubated startups, the government, and our industry partners. CCoE presented a glimpse into the incubation programs and unveiled its plans for 2024 and 2025. This event served as a dynamic platform for CCoE-incubated cybersecurity and privacy startups to delve into the strategic goals of incubation and foster potential collaborations within the ecosystem. It encourages sharing thoughts and challenges to customize support while facilitating meaningful conversations with fellow startups and industry experts. Rama Devi Lanka graced the event as chief guest, Srinivas Rao Mahankali, CEO of, T-hub as a distinguished guest, and Raghavendra Hunasgi, Santosh Ganesh, Srinivas Kollipara, and Shyam Penumaka as speakers.
19 January, 2024
The CCoE team attended the 18th edition of the Annual Information Security Summit (AISS), which took place on December 19-20, 2023. The event covered various cybersecurity and privacy-related topics and witnessed a footfall of 2600+ people. The Summit aimed to facilitate collective learning, experience sharing, and consensus building on security and privacy issues. Speakers from various backgrounds shared their perspectives in multiple sessions. CCoE exhibited a stall at the event, interacted with professionals from the cybersecurity industry and international delegations, and discussed possible areas of collaboration.
8 January, 2024
Dr. Sriram Birudavolu led a session on 'Career Opportunities in Cybersecurity & Privacy and Project Ideas for Students' as part of a Faculty Development Program organized by G. Narayanamma Institute of Technology and Science. The program focused on 'Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing on Web Applications using Tools,' providing valuable insights and guidance for faculty members to enhance their understanding of cybersecurity and its applications.
4 January, 2024
CCoE signed an MoU with the JB Education Society. The JB Education Society has four colleges under it. The MoU was signed to encourage collaboration and partnerships between the JB Education Society and CCoE. The main goal of signing the MoU was to address the educational gap between academic theory and industry requirements.
28 December, 2023
Dr. Sriram Birudavolu, CEO of the Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence (CCoE), delivered a thought-provoking session at Kautilya School of Public Policy, delving into the complexities of cyberspace. He highlighted that cybersecurity is the third biggest problem, with damages from cyberattacks predicted to reach 10.5 trillion by 2025, a 300% increase since 2015. He also emphasized the urgency for policy changes and addressed the role of blockchain in securing digital lives and the cyber industry's approach to tackling deep-fakes. The session was an enriching masterclass in understanding and preparing for the evolving challenges in cyberspace.
26 December, 2023
Dr. Sriram delivered a session at the Kautilya School of Public Policy. Kautilya School of Public Policy is a premier school under the tutelage of GITAM (Deemed to be University). The session topic was Policy Perspectives of Cybersecurity and Privacy. The session witnessed the attendance of 60 students.
17 December, 2023
CCoE was the Co-sponsor for Socialwood Gala and the corporate partner for the Cyber Excellence Awards organized by End Now Foundation. The event witnessed 200+ social media influencers from various categories. CCoE has engaged with these influencers, explained the importance of digital safety, and showcased CCoE initiatives.
16 December, 2023
NIT WarangalCCoE was an industry partner for the "Industry Connect and R&D Conclave" at the NIT Warangal. All 31 NITs were a part of the event. CCoE also set up a stall and exhibited its initiatives and activities at the event. The team members of CCoE interacted with faculty and management of NITs all around the country and discussed possible areas of collaboration.
13 December, 2023
CCoE signed an MoU with Muffakham Jah College of Engineering and Technology (MJCET) on this day. The MoU was signed to facilitate collaboration and partnerships between MJCET and CCoE. The MoU was signed to bridge the gap between academic theory and practical industry needs. Also, on this day, Dr. Sriram conducted a virtual session at the IDRBT in Hyderabad on the topic of "Governance, Risk and Compliance,". The IDRBT is an engineering training institution exclusively focused on banking technology; it was established by the Reserve Bank of India in 1996 and works at the intersection of banking and technology. The session was attended by approximately 30 CIOs and CISOs from the banking industry.
21 November, 2023
HyderabadDuring #NASTech2023, our team engaged in vibrant discussions on cutting-edge technology trends, gained valuable innovation insights, and explored cybersecurity solutions. It was an opportunity to ignite insightful discussions and build connections to foster growth!
19 November, 2023
T-HubAlong with National CoE, we participated in the 19th IEEE Asia-Pacific Conference on Circuits and Systems 2023 at T-Hub. We engaged in fruitful discussions with industry experts, facilitating knowledge sharing and thriving with innovative ideas at our stall.
29 October, 2023
Geethanjali College of Engineering & TechnologyCCoE was the industry partner for the Cyber Congress 2023 at Geethanjali College of Engineering and Technology. Dr. Sriram Birudavolu - CEO - CCoE as the chief guest, shared valuable insights on critical aspects of cybersecurity, providing a roadmap to navigate challenges.
16 October, 2023
HyderabadCCoE fostered an MoU partnership with Malla Reddy University. This strategic partnership is a solid pathway to empowering students to innovate and excel in the field while also bolstering the sector with advancements and cultivating industry-ready talent.
11 October, 2023
ANITS, VizagCCoE was the Industry Partner for the IEEE Education Society Leadership Summit 2023, with Dr. Sriram Birudavolu - CEO - CCoE as the guest of honor. During the event, we entered into 11 MoUs with leading academic institutions, aimed at fostering cybersecurity and privacy skill development and promoting collaboration.
5 October, 2023
VirtualThe 6th Indo-Dutch Cyber Security School 2023 (IDCSS 2023) 'witnessed' 3300 registrations, 1000+ participants, 40+ colleges, 48 teams, and 5 problem challenges. IDCSS 2023 showcased cutting-edge technologies and hosted influential keynote speakers discussing the cybersecurity and technology intersection. It promoted collaboration through workshops and networking sessions. The event's success highlighted the growing significance of collaboration, innovation, and forward-thinking in the cybersecurity and technology landscape.
28 September, 2023
GNITS HyderabadThe CCoE-DSCI Chapter Meet yielded key insights, conversations and valuable networking. Leaders gathered to discuss data privacy, share perspectives & explore challenges & solutions. Overall, the event offered remarkable insights, leaving attendees enriched.
25 September, 2023
Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering & TechnologyThe CCoE team enlightened students of GRIET (Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering and Technology) on various career opportunities and the advantages of being a part of IDCSS (Indo Dutch Cyber Security School). The session emphasised the pivotal role of cybersecurity & privacy in today's digital era.
25 September, 2023
NALSAR University of LawCCoE fostered a strategic partnership last year by signing an MoU with NALSAR University of Law. This collaboration aimed to ignite research initiatives, promote entrepreneurship, and stimulate market innovation in the field of cybersecurity.
19 September, 2023
Geethanjali College of Engineering & TechnologyIn this session, we unveiled cybersecurity careers to the students of Geethanjali College of Engineering and Technology. Our team shed light on the dynamic cybersecurity landscape, discussed the industry skills in demand, and explored diverse career avenues for the students.
12 September, 2023
Engineering Staff College of IndiaThe CCoE team conducted two insightful sessions at the Engineering Staff College Of India. The first session was on 'Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing,' where the team shared valuable insights on identifying and fortifying digital weaknesses. The second session focused on 'IoT Security,' emphasising the importance of protecting IoT devices and the strategies involved in ensuring their safety.
11 September, 2023
Maturi Venkata Subba Rao CollegeIn this session at Maturi Venkata Subba Rao Engineering College, students were enlightened about the importance of cybersecurity. This session emphasised the benefits of cybersecurity and raised awareness among the students. They learned valuable techniques to safeguard sensitive data, strengthen their online identities, and gained practical knowledge on cybersecurity measures.
27 August, 2023
HyderabadIn this session, we delved into the dynamic world of cybersecurity with students at Malla Reddy University in Hyderabad. Our discussion explored the intricate cybersecurity ecosystem, current industry trends, and highlighted various exciting career opportunities in this rapidly evolving field.
21 August, 2023
BengaluruCCoE Team exhibited at the DSCI 15th BPM Summit 2023, where we hosted a booth. This event provided us with a prime opportunity to showcase our capabilities in cybersecurity. We actively engaged with attendees, discussing the latest trends, innovations, and emerging ideas in cybersecurity and privacy that are shaping the future of the industry.
21 August, 2023
VirtualCCoE hosted a 2 day Branding series. In the first session titled 'Orienting for Change - Pull vs. Push Selling', in collaboration with SimpleTribe. The session saw active participation from members of CCoE Incubated startups and various other ventures. Following this, the second session, 'Storytelling - Tell Your Story Better and Living Your Story,' proved to be equally engaging and informative. Participants learned about building their brand story, personal branding, and the power of storytelling through interactive activities.
9 August, 2023
G. Narayanamma Institute of Technology & Science (GNITS)CCoE signed an MoU with the G. Narayanamma Institute of Technology and Science, enhancing and strengthening the cybersecurity ecosystem. During the event, the CCoE team also engaged in an interactive session with the students, discussing various opportunities and emerging trends in the cybersecurity and privacy sector.
4 August, 2023
HICC HyderabadDr. Sriram Birudavolu - CEO - CCoE in the session on 'Data Protection in the World of AI.' at the Hyderabad Cyber Summit, he shared strategies to shield their data from evolving AI challenges and how to stay one step ahead of potential threats.
17 July, 2023
Telangana Academy for Skill and Development (TASK)On World Youth Skills Day, Dr. Sriram Birudavolu formed a strong partnership by signing an MoU with the Telangana Academy for Skill and Knowledge (TASK), in the presence of Shri C H Mallareddy - Minister for Skills, Labour and Employment - Telangana, Shrikanth Sinha - CEO - TASK, and Shri C Shekar Reddy - Past National President at CREDAI, CMD - CSR Estates Ltd, Chairman-CII-Indian Green Building Council.
14 July, 2023
VirtualThe virtual workshop featured two industry experts, Krishna Challa, Co-founder & Director of Tech Solutions at Atomstate, and Shyam Mohan Kanojia, Founder & CEO of RazorOps. They shared their insights and strategies on constructing a robust and fortified DevSecOps pipeline. Participants gained valuable knowledge on how to integrate security seamlessly into their development and deployment journey, thereby elevating their expertise in this crucial area.
5 July, 2023
Virtual Dr. Sriram Birudavolu CEO,CCoE shared his insights on the safety challenges in #emobility adoption as a #virtual panelist in the session 'Addressing Safety Concerns & Risks while Accelerating Adoption of E-Mobility' at the Mobility Next EV Summit 2023 by the Gov of Telangana, and the ASCI & NRDC.
30 June, 2023
VirtualIn a one-day mega conclave, in partnership with the Administrative Staff College of India (ASCI), we delved into 'Cybersecurity and Vendor Management.' Participants engaged with industry leaders, acquired insights, and explored best practices for enhancing cyber strategies and establishing secure alliances. The event covered a wide range of topics, including Cyber Contracts, Contract Lifecycle Management, Third-Party Risk Management, and more.
19 May, 2023
Surana Hall - FTCCI, Red Hills, HyderabadCcoe shared his leading insights on 'Cybersecurity-Risk Management'.He emphasised the importance of adopting a proactive approach to cybersecurity & effectively managing risks to ensure secure operations for organisations.
15 April, 2023
VirtualThe Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence (CCoE) and and IEEE Education Society Young Professionals Committee held a panel discussion titled "Cybersecurity in the Age of Digitalization" featuring Dr. Sriram Birudavolu, Priya Madhavan, and Vijay Banda. The discussion provided valuable insights on the state of cybersecurity in the digital age and aimed to drive positive change in the industry.
12 April, 2023
VirtualCCoE conducted a successful webinar on "Requirements for Startups Valuation under Governing Laws" where experts shared their insights and discussed key points such as defining valuation, different valuation approaches, requirements under different authorities, and types of valuation. Attendees found the webinar enriching and informative.
11 April, 2023
Ccoe launched an insightful whitepaper on 'AI & Cybersecurity' at HACK summit with Vinayak Godse, BVR Mohan Reddy, C.V. Anand, and other dignitaries.
7 April, 2023
SLS Law School, HyderabadCcoe shared his leading insights on 'Changing Facets of Cyber Law & Cyberspace Regulation' at the 3rd National Seminar on 'Emerging Technological Trends in Cyber Law and Cyberspace Regulations' by Symbiosis Law School, Hyderabad, in collaboration with Cybersecurity CoE Telangana & Data Security Council of India on 8th April.
29 March, 2023
CyHub Armenia, YerevanThe Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence (CCoE) signed an MoU with CyHub Armenia at the CyHub Armenia office to foster innovation and enhance collaboration to elevate the cybersecurity landscape.
14 March, 2023
CCoE signed an MoU with Edith Cowan University to foster education, innovation, incubation, marketing, hackathons, corporate innovation, and training programs.
The MoU with CyberWest, a government-funded innovation hub, seeks to harness the expertise of both organizations through innovation, design, workshops, and industry engagement.
13 March, 2023
CCoE exhibited at #GISEC2023, a cybersecurity focussed event from March 14 to March 16.
The 3-day event facilitated networking and insightful discussions on trending topics.
5 March, 2023
Hitex, HyderabadOur cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions will be on display at the Digipol 2023 Event. Digipol provides a platform for LEAs & Government to discover the latest digital advancements.
Visit us at Stall No. 4
24 February, 2023
HSD Campus, NetherlandsThe Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence (CCoE) signed an MoU with HSD & HCSS at the HSD Campus in Netherlands to drive innovation and cultivate mutually advantageous activities to advance the cybersecurity landscape.
19 February, 2023
VirtualCCoE & Futureskills Prime are conducting a cybersecurity workshop for students to gain in-depth knowledge from industry experts. Deep dive into various cybersecurity aspects and get a certificate upon completion to boost your career prospects.
18 February, 2023
Symbiosis Law SchoolThe Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence (CCoE) signed an MoU with Symbiosis Law School, Hyderabad to equip students with cybersecurity skills & knowledge.Event Dates:5th May 2023
9 February, 2023
MCR HRDThe Cyber Center of Excellence (CCoE) team conducted a session on 'Cyber Crimes and Laws' at MCR HRD, with Dr. Sai Sushanth Samudrala as the expert speaker. Attendees explored ways to navigate the cyber crimes in the digital landscape.
7 February, 2023
Hitex, HyderabadWe exhibited our innovative cybersecurity solutions, reinforcing our commitment to spearheading cybersecurity and privacy innovation in India. We also engaged with diverse leaders, gaining invaluable insights
7 February, 2023
VNR VJIETDr. Sriram Birudavolu CEO, CCoE conducted a session on 'Security & Privacy in a Hyper-Connected World' at VNR Vignanajyothi Institute of Engineering & Technology on Safer Internet Day 2023. CCoE signed an MoU with VNR VJIET to cultivate research, innovation, and hackathons, signalling a promising partnership.
31 January, 2023
ASCI Banjara Hills CampusThe CCoE team delivered a highly successful and informative session on the 'Importance of Cybersecurity and Enterprise Security Architecture' at the prestigious ASCI Banjara Hills campus. The session was attended by 50 NMDC officers who gained valuable insights bolster their defence against cyber threats.
19 December, 2022
indiaWe showcased our trove of cyber knowledge at India?s leading event NASSCOM-DSCI Annual Information Security Summit (AISS) 2022 from 20th to 22nd December 2022. AISS acted as a platform for industry experts to deliberate on the larger spectrum of cybersecurity and privacy and celebrate noteworthy innovations.
7 December, 2022
BahrainThe CCoE-DSCI team had the privilege to exhibit at the Arab International Cybersecurity Summit (AICS). This mega cybersecurity convention was held in Bahrain on the 8th and 9th of December 2022. During the event, our team had the opportunity to connect with global delegates and explore the importance of cybersecurity, privacy innovation & business ideas.
5 December, 2022
IndiaAs a part of expanding the network our team participated in the 5 day mega-convention NASTech ? A TechTonic Journey, from 6th of December to 9th of December 2022. Our team had the opportunity to interact with industry leaders and showcase our efforts to lead cybersecurity & privacy innovation, entrepreneurship and capability building in India
29 November, 2022
Hitex, HyderabadHitex, HyderabadTeam CCoE facilitated an enlightening session on 'Cybersecurity in the Automotive Industry' at Hyderabad E-Motor Show. The session explored the critical role that cybersecurity plays in the automotive industry.
10 November, 2022
The Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, Telangana along with the Data Security Council of India (DSCI) conducted an in-person Chapter Meet on 11th of November 2022 at Tech Mahindra Learning World, Hyderabad. The meeting provided an opportunity for leaders & industry professionals to network and facilitate insightful discussions around 'CERT-In Directions.' During the meeting, leaders & industry professionals also witnessed the launch of the NFT document.
27 October, 2022
The 5th edition of the Annual Indo-Dutch Cyber Security School was organized from 28th October 2022 to 25th November 2022 by Dutch and Indian organizations for students and young professionals based in the Netherlands / India. The event provided online lectures for young professionals & students to enhance their cybersecurity skills and grow professionally and academically.
16 October, 2022
TelanganaThe Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, Telangana conducted a webinar on 17th of October 2022. The sole purpose of the event was to discuss the '22 years of Indian Cyber Law-A corporate and Netizen view.' The webinar was filled with insightful discussions about Emerging tech, Common apps & Cyber law and many more from Dr. Sai Sushanth Samudrala.
11 October, 2022
TelanganaThe Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, Telangana, entered into an MoU with the Matrusri Engineering College of India on 12th of October 2022. The MoU was a success which saw active participation from the college, later on the event had an informative and productive session on cybersecurity.
6 October, 2022
HyderabadOn the Cyber Jagruktha Divas the Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, Telangana organised a session focusing on 'Cyber Hygiene' & best shared practices to build cyber resilience in the industry. The session was held on 7th October 2022 at Nuclear Fuel Complex, Hyderabad wherei our CEO Shriman Dr. Sriram Birudavolu was facilitated.
28 September, 2022
TelanganaThe Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, Telangana along with Deloitte India and Data Security Council of India (DSCI) conducted a round table discussion on 29th of September. The round table witnessed many cyber expert dignitaries. The event was based around having a strong cyber framework for Indian pharmas. The event ended on an insightful note wherein the pharma leaders adopted 8 security measures for the pharma industry
24 September, 2022
TelanganaThe Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, Telangana, collaborated with Youth Internet Governance Forum India for their annual event which held on 25th of Spetember 2022. The event was conducted on the prestigious premises of IIT Hyderabad. The whole purpose of the event was to network, meet leading experts and to recognise the delegated youth for their contribution.
16 September, 2022
TelanganaCCoE organised an event on 16th of September 2022 titled 'Deep Dive into Cybersecurity' for over 140 cyber enthusiasts from Spoorthy Engineering College. The main objective of the event was to spread awareness, discover more about cyber threats, attacks and much more.
8 August, 2022
TelanganaThe Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, Telangana, entered into an MoU with the Sphoorthy Engineering College of India on the 09th of August 2022. The objective of the MoU is to catalyse capability building & R&D and also to have a productive session about cybersecurity awareness.
14 July, 2022
virtualOn the Friday, 15th of July 2022, the Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, Telangana, ran a session as part of the CIO training program held by MCR HRD for Telangana Government Officials across departments. The session delivered the basics of cybersecurity, strategies on cybersecurity contingency planning & tools to mitigate cyber-attacks.
10 July, 2022
virtualBlustery cyberspace: An Era of Dataveillance was a 2-day virtual event organised by the Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence along with ICFAI. The event deliberated on themes which tapped into unexplored data laws and drove key discussions on topics such as digital evolutions and innovations, Social media, OTT, Big Data and Privacy and more.
19 June, 2022
virtualThe Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, Telangana, entered into an MoU with the Administrative Staff College of India on the 20th of June 2022. The objective of the MoU is to collaborate & catalyse research, entrepreneurship, market innovation, and more.
4 June, 2022
virtualCybersecurity Centre of Excellence, Telangana and Vardhaman College Of Engineering signed an MOU to collaborate efforts & contribute towards making the cyberspace safe for all. The event witnessed Dr. Sriram Birudavolu, CEO, the Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, delivering an engaging address to a few young minds ? the students, & had enriching discussions with the cyber faculty.
31 May, 2022
virtualAn engaging 2-day training program on ?Best Practices for collection of digital evidence & digital forensics? was organised by the Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence on the 1st & 2nd Jun 2022. The session helped upskill the Telangana State Police on various cutting-edge methods of extracting evidence & reliable data to combat e-crime.
15 May, 2022
virtualArete Advisors, leading incident response & cybersecurity provider and Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence?s partner, inaugurated its first Asia-Pacific office in Hyderabad on 16th May 2022. A joint whitepaper on Cyber Threat Landscape was also launched during this event in the presence of Dr. Sriram Birudavolu, Mr. Jayesh Ranjan and others from Arete Advisors.
11 May, 2022
virtualThe 4th session of our virtual 'CCoE Cyber Start-up Showcase Series' & was on the topic 'Detecting and responding to edge and connected IT/IOT devices security threats in real time.' This session began with a presentation by AmberFlux EdgeAI on industrial security where the leaders discussed about security risk in Edge Devices, security approaches and more. It was followed by presentation on Securing the Edge Network with Artificial Intelligence by AI EdgeLabs.Check out the full session here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hl7KOIQAn_Y
26 April, 2022
virtual3rd virtual session of 'CCoE Cyber Start-up Showcase Series',This session was led by one of the leaders from our incubated startup-BluSapphire Technologies Pvt Ltd., providing key insights into the topic 'Building a unified cyber-defense strategy: Attackers won't wait, so why should we??. In addition to highlighting the emergence of new threats, Mr Praveen (Head of Client Engagement, BluSapphire) explained how their Unified Cyber-Defense platform is bolstering several companies? #cybersecurity postures.Watch the full session: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3togaPz29GM
13 April, 2022
virtualIn the 2nd session of our virtual 'CCoE Cyber Start-up Showcase Series', leaders from CSCC Labs Pvt Ltd, one of our incubated start-ups, comprehensively talked about 'Zero Trust Implementation at Core'.It provided fresh perspectives on how Zero Trust Implementation at core can help organizations protect themselves from advanced and hidden attacks and how next-gen solutions by CSCC Labs can enhance the security preparedness of your IT team with a frictionless Zero Trust implementation.Watch the session here:&https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kh3fM4PhdRI
5 April, 2022
virtualToday, CCoE launched an engaging and exclusive webinar series ? 'CCoE Cyber Start-up Showcase Series'. Each session in this series will feature some of the most innovative startups from the Cybersecurity ecosystem that are being incubated by CCoE. The series will focus on the latest cybersecurity trends, challenges, and innovations while providing our start-ups with an opportunity to showcase their cutting-edge security tools, products, and services to the world.The first virtual session was held on 6thApril 2022 with one of our incubated startups-Analysabl. The leadership team shared key insights on the topic 'OT & IoT Security' while speaking about their innovation journey in the OT/IoT space.Watch the session on our YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMuy7vAZTiY
25 February, 2022
virtualToday, we organized an enlightening virtual session with renowned author and marketing expert Mr Amit Agarwal on the topic 'The Power of Small in Sales'. In this interactive session, Mr Amit revealed how 'Small Is Big' is the ultimate source code to achieve fulfilment and abundance in sales. Narrating his decades of experiences along with live exercises, he discussed The Three Sutras based on his book 'Small Is Big' that can help everyone take small steps toward achieving big results.
10 February, 2022
virtualIt was an honour to meet His Excellency Mr Damian Irzyk, Consul General of the Republic of Poland in Mumbai. Together, we explored many opportunities to enhance Cybersecurity cooperation and collaboration between the two nations.
28 January, 2022
virtualOn the International Data Privacy Day, CCOE organised a virtual Symposium today on 'Data Privacy' to raise awareness on latest developments, disseminate best practices and promote data privacy and protection. Global privacy experts, leaders and practitioners joined us to share valuable perspectives on the current and future privacy needs and expectations in society and the digital world.We are grateful to our Academic partners for supporting the event ? ICFAI Law School Hyderabad, IFHE Hyderabad, JNTU, NALSAR Hyderabad, Osmania University.
17 December, 2021
virtualCotelligent, one of the top providers of cybersecurity products and services, notably Identity and Access Management solutions today launched a new Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Cybersecurity at Skyview, Hyderabad. It was inaugurated by Minister for IT and Urban Development, Government of Telangana, Kalvakuntla Taraka Rama Rao (KTR), and the Secretary to the Department of IT, Government of Telangana, Jayesh Ranjan in the presence of Srikiran Patibandla, Founder & CEO, Cotelligent, Dr. Sriram Birudavolu, CEO, CCoE-DSCI, and other leaders from the tech, IT, and cybersecurity industries from across the country.A Cyber Symposium was organized in association with CCoE to bring new perspectives on Cybersecurity from leading experts in the industry.
6 December, 2021
virtualThe Great AppSec Hackathon concluded today on a high note with the virtual awards ceremony. The winners were announced and felicitated virtually. The ceremony was graced by our guest of honour Sri Jayesh Ranjan (Principal Secretary, ITE&C, I&C, Government of Telangana) and other eminent delegates including Dr. Sriram Birudavolu (CCOE-DSCI), Nayaki Nayyar (Ivanti), Ram Movva (CSW ? Cyber Security Works), Chintan Chawla (Synchrony), Shrikant Sinha (TASK), Priya Madhavan (NASSCOM FutureSkills), Ramamohan Reddy Bommireddi (DigitalTrust Technologies), and Pravesh Sharma (Synchrony).Missed the virtual awards ceremony? Visit our official YouTube channel and watch the recording. Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3eqhVZvNWM
20 November, 2021
virtualThe kick-off event of our ?The Great AppSec Hackathon? 24 Hr Chase The Flag (CTF) round was held today. The event was joined by eminent leaders-Gleb Reznik (CISO, Synchrony), Rama Devi Lanka (Director of Emerging Technologies, Telangana State) and Dr. Sriram Birudavolu (CEO, CCoE-DSCI). The participants were also briefed about the CTF challenge during the kick-off event.
20 November, 2021
virtualA webinar on 'How to Build a Great Career in Application Security?' was organised as a part of 'The Great AppSec Hackathon' competition. The participating students got this exclusive opportunity to listen to the experts from Synchrony- Vandan J. (AVP, Application Security, Synchrony) and Kalyan Barla (AVP, Risk Management, Synchrony). They shared their learnings, experiences, and actionable tips with the students for building a promising career in Application Security.
17 November, 2021
virtualDuring the kick-off event of 'The Great AppSec Hackathon' India's largest hackathon on Application Security' Synchrony launched its latest whitepaper on Application Security, titled ?Models or Mayhems? How Application Security Will Become Cybersecurity's Grand Master?. This whitepaper offers data-driven insights into the trends, future implications and potential challenges that are transforming the Application Security landscape in Cybersecurity.
Download it from the Resources section on our website.
29 October, 2021
virtualThe Indo-Dutch Cybersecurity School concluded today marking another successful year of collaboration between India and the Netherlands in the field of Cybersecurity. We had the pleasure of having H.E. Pradeep Kumar Rawat (Ambassador of India to the Netherlands), Mr. Rajesh Dhuddu (VP and Practice Leader, Cybersecurity and BlockChain, Tech Mahindra), Lt. Gen. (Dr.) Rajesh Pant (National Cybersecurity Coordinator, National Security Council Secretariat, Govt of India) and H.E. Marten Van den Berg (Ambassador of the Netherlands to India, Bhutan, and Nepal).We hope to have a bigger, better, and more exciting school next year.
1 October, 2021
virtualIDCSS 2021 virtual program was kick-started today. We were honoured to have H.E. Mr Marten Vanden Berg, Ambassador of Netherlands to India. He shared an inspiring message on how this collaboration between both countries can be leveraged to counter the challenges in Cybersecurity and achieve the UN SDGs. 1000+ students attended the inauguration session. IDCSS aims to further strengthen the Indian-Dutch security relationship through educational activities that enrich students? knowledge of several cyber security themes.
30 September, 2021
virtualThe whitepaper on 'What Defines a Robust Vulnerability Risk Management Strategy' by WeSecureApp in collaboration with CCoE Hyderabad at the Tech Mahindra's Startup Showcase event on innovation day. The whitepaper highlights the importance of efficient VRM for security & risk management leaders.
30 September, 2021
virtualCCoE Hyderabad & DSCI, today, partnered with Tech Mahindra to foster the cybersecurity innovation ecosystem in India. The collaboration aims to provide new opportunities to startups to co-innovate & co-create business concepts & solutions. Dr. Shanta Thoutam (CIO, Telangana State Innovation Cell) was the chief guest for the CCoE's incubated start-up showcase on Innovation Day in collaboration with Tech Mahindra. Ten startups presented their solutions and capabilities to the senior leaders & officials at the event. Rajesh Dhuddu (VP & Practice Leader-Blockchain & Cyber security) discussed key imperatives of this collaboration to further fuel the cybersecurity innovation ecosystem in India.
13 September, 2021
virtualMunicipality of the Hague & the Government of Telangana partnered for the 4th edition of the Indo-Dutch Cyber Security School (IDCSS) in October 2021. IDCSS was organized by The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies (HCSS) in cooperation with the Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence (CCoE), Telangana and numerous other governmental as well as cyber security organizations from India and the Netherlands.IDCSS is a highly focused & interactive virtual program to equip the students with hands-on cybersecurity knowledge that will help them to find promising opportunities in the Cybersecurity sector.
9 September, 2021
virtualThe parliamentary standing committee on Information Technology visited Telangana State Data Centre. Our CEO, Dr Sriram Birudavolu had the opportunity to discuss key cybersecurity initiatives in the Telangana ecosystem with the committee chaired by distinguished Dr. Shashi Tharoor (Member of Parliament). The deliberations also witnessed productive views from other esteemed members including Dr Jayesh Ranjan, Dr Ranjith Reddy & Mr Tejasvi Surya.
3 September, 2021
virtualCybersecurity Centre of Excellence, the joint initiative between DSCI and the Government of Telangana, today welcomed esteemed dignitaries-Mr Andrew Collister (Vice-Consul, Australian Consulate General-Chennai), Ms Mish Khan (Counsel, Australian High Commission, Delhi), & Ms Janaki Sreeram (Education Outreach & Direct Aid Admin, Australian Consulate General-Chennai).The delegates interacted with the incubated #startups and industry members. A lot of promising opportunities were discussed highlighting the need to nurture and enhance collaborations for accelerating the #Cybersecurity ecosystem for a safer future.
9 August, 2021
virtualOfficial kick-off event for App Security Champion was organised in the virtual format. The extensive Cybersecurity-focused programme for Telangana college students comprises of an online course on 'Application Security'. Students, their colleges & SPOCs stand to win exciting rewards once students complete their courses on Application Security under this programme. The distinguished guests, including Pravesh Sharma (Head of Information Security-India, Synchrony), shared their views and discussed the roadmap of the unique program that is aimed at skilling the young college students in Cybersecurity.
6 August, 2021
virtualCCoE in association with National Centre of Excellence for Cybersecurity Technology Development & Entrepreneurship (NCoE) hosted a Virtual Masterclass on 'IoT Security Standards'. This exclusive masterclass was led by industry expert Amit Rao (VP, Strategy & Business Development APAC, Trusted Objects). He brought forth major insights into the significance of these standards, important guidelines, frameworks, & many more key issues within this domain.
23 June, 2021
virtualCCoE announced a unique learning and Cybersecurity skill-building programme for the Telangana college students called 'App Security Champion'...... 'App Security Champion' is an extensive programme on secure application coding and cybersecurity, consisting of a course and a 'Grand challenge' for college students. The online course comprises 51.5 hours of learning, 13.5 hours of theory and 38 hours of hands-on exercise. The course will be a prerequisite to the Grand Challenge-The Great AppSec Hackathon. Many exciting giveaways are up for grabs!
Synchrony is the Primary Sponsor of the App Security Champion. The programme has been conceptualized in partnership with DSCI, NASSCOM, FutureSkills Prime, SkillsDa & Telangana Academy for Skill and Knowledge (TASK). Stay tuned for further updates!
14 April, 2021
virtualA webinar organised by CCoE and Arete Incident Response on 'Business Email Compromise: Prevention, Detection, and Investigation' provided key insights into the latest BEC attacks and their types. Sri S Harinath, ACP (SHO), Cyber Crime Rachakonda, delivered the welcome address. Experts from Arete Incident Response-Dan Lownsbrough & Michael Lotas shared various Email protection measures along with real-world case studies.
19 March, 2021
virtualTo showcase the capability of Indian startups in the IoT security space, CCoE, DSCI & National CoE organized a virtual event 'IoT Security Startups/Scaleups Virtual Meet'. Sri Jayesh Ranjan (Principal Secretary, I& ;C-IT, Govt. of Telangana) shared the special address at the event. It brought together security experts, investors, entrepreneurs, researchers on one platform for deliberating on key challenges & growth drivers to bolster the IoT security ecosystem. It also offered a golden opportunity to many budding IoT security startups to demonstrate their innovative products & solutions to eminent attendees.