EXPERT TALK ON CYBER SECURITY
Event Date: 8 APRIL 2025
Event brief description
An expert talk on Cyber Security was successfully conducted on 8th April 2025, under the aegis of the Cyber Security and Privacy Research Group, School of Computer Science Engineering, Galgotias University.
The session was graced by our Dean SCSE, Dr. Sunita Yadav, who extended a warm welcome to the speaker and participants. In her opening remarks, she highlighted the significance of cybersecurity in today’s digital age and encouraged students to explore opportunities in this vital field.
The invited speaker, Mr. Sourabh Kumar, Senior Cluster Manager, delivered an insightful session covering key concepts of banking security, current trends, and career opportunities in cybersecurity for both B.Tech and M.Tech students. His talk provided real-world perspectives on cyber threats and the skills needed to address them, sparking great interest among the audience.
The event witnessed an enthusiastic participation of around 60 students, who engaged actively in the Q&A session that followed.
The session concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks delivered by the Dean, acknowledging the speaker’s contribution and the efforts of the faculty coordinators Dr. Pooja Singh and Dr. Sudeshna Chakraborty, as well as the support from the IIC coordinators, WIE-IEEE mentors, and research group members.
Department Name – Department of CSE/ SCSE, Galgotias University.
Event Outcome
Enhanced Understanding of Cyber Security
Participants gained in-depth knowledge about contemporary cyber threats, with a specific focus on banking security frameworks and protocols.
Industry Exposure
The talk bridged the gap between academic learning and industry practices, offering insights into real-world cybersecurity challenges and solutions.
Awareness of Career Opportunities
Students became familiar with various career paths in cybersecurity, including roles like Security Analyst, Ethical Hacker, and Cybersecurity Consultant.
Encouraged Research Orientation
The session inspired students, especially those from the Cyber Security and Privacy Research Group, to pursue research and higher studies in the field of cybersecurity.
Interactive Engagement
The Q&A session fostered active student participation, enhancing communication skills and critical thinking.
Motivation for Certification and Skill Development
Emphasis on relevant industry certifications (e.g., CEH, CISSP, CompTIA Security+) encouraged students to enhance their technical skill set.
Academic-Industry Collaboration
The talk laid the foundation for potential collaborations between the university and industry experts for future workshops, internships, and guest sessions.
Positive Feedback and Participation
With around 60 students in attendance, the session received positive feedback for being informative, engaging, and relevant to current trends in cybersecurity.
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