The Department of CSE (Cyber Security) organized a one-day workshop on “Advanced GRC and AI Security” on 28 September 2026, from 9:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., at the EEE Seminar Hall for third-year Cyber Security students. The programme was inaugurated by Dr. Vivekanandan P, Head of the Department, who emphasized the growing industrial significance of cross-functional expertise bridging Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) with artificial intelligence security architectures. The workshop featured two comprehensive tracks delivered by industry experts Mr. Sakthikumaran K, AI Development Head, Data Reveal, Coimbatore, and Mr. Sabari Manickam, Cyber Security Consultant, Aptara Inc., Chennai. The sessions provided detailed practical coverage of generative AI and prompt engineering frameworks, responsible AI deployment, risk scoring, risk registers, and third-party risk management, as well as enterprise compliance frameworks including SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST CSF 2.0, DPDPA, and ISO 42001. In addition, students received strategic career roadmap guidance across offensive and defensive security domains, essential certifications, and entry-level security analyst roles. The workshop offered students an impactful platform to strengthen their technical comprehension, understand regulatory and AI security benchmarks, and better equip themselves for evolving cybersecurity career paths.

The Department of CSE (Cyber Security) organized a three-day workshop on “Mobile and Web Pentesting Essentials” from 17 September 2026 to 19 September 2026, from 9:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., at Lab C-332 for second-year Cyber Security students. The workshop was conducted by Mr. M. Bharath Kannan, Senior Cyber Security Engineer, SISA Infosec, Bangalore, who shared his industry expertise and practical insights into offensive security methodologies. The technical sessions provided comprehensive hands-on exposure across three days, beginning with core web application security, vulnerability identification, and traffic analysis using Burp Suite, progressing into API architecture, endpoint inspection via Postman, and reverse engineering with JADX, and concluding with Android application penetration testing and reconnaissance techniques. Additionally, the speaker shared valuable guidance on technical interview preparation, corporate expectations for freshers, and strategic career roadmaps in penetration testing. The workshop offered students a practical, industry-aligned platform to strengthen their vulnerability assessment skills and build a solid foundation for careers in digital defense and application security.

The Department of Cyber Security organized a four-day workshop on “Corporate Communication Essentials (Activities Based Workshop in AI Era)” from 17 August 2026 to 20 August 2026, from 9:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., at the Mechanical Seminar Hall. The workshop was conducted by Dr. Manikandan Sundaresan, Founder, Youth Corps Training Solutions, who shared his valuable expertise and practical insights on effective corporate communication in the era of Artificial Intelligence. The activity-based sessions focused on developing essential verbal and non-verbal skills, professional workplace etiquette, interpersonal collaboration, and effective interaction strategies required for students to confidently navigate modern corporate environments. The workshop provided students with an engaging platform to strengthen their communication abilities, refine their professional presence, and better prepare themselves for future career opportunities.

The Department of Cyber Security organized a two-day workshop on “From Prompt to Product: Accelerating Innovation Through AI-Driven Startups” on 30 July 2026 and 31 July 2026, from 9:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., at the Mechanical Seminar Hall. The workshop was conducted by Mr. Akshay Bhuvaneswari Ramakrishnan, Presidential Research Fellow, Georgia Southern University, USA, who shared his valuable expertise, practical insights, and entrepreneurial guidance on bridging artificial intelligence concepts with real-world execution. The sessions focused on transforming AI prompts into end-to-end scalable products, practical frameworks for writing and publishing technical research papers, and navigating startup ecosystems driven by AI innovation. The workshop provided students with an engaging platform to expand their technical capabilities, foster entrepreneurial thinking, and better prepare themselves for future technological advancements and research opportunities.

The Department of CSE (Cyber Security) organized a three-day hands-on workshop on “FastAPI for Cyber Security: Building Secure and Scalable APIs” from 27 July 2026 to 29 July 2026, from 9:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., at C-332 Block Lab for second-year Cyber Security students. The workshop was conducted by Mr. Vasanth Nagarajan, Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Pinesphere Solutions, Chennai, who shared his extensive practical expertise in backend architecture and secure application development. The sessions commenced with problem-solving exercises using Code for Life, transitioned into core Python and FastAPI implementation with interactive testing via Swagger UI, and concluded with database creation, integration, and end-to-end API testing. The program provided students with an engaging technical forum to build secure development practices, enhance backend implementation capabilities, and acquire practical exposure aligned with modern industry standards.

The Department of CSE (Cyber Security) organized a 10-day training program on “Future-Ready Cyber Security: GRC Concepts and Industry Practices” from 06 July 2026 to 16 July 2026, from 9:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., at NPTC Main Building Hall No. 12. The program was organized for CSE (Cyber Security) students. The sessions were conducted by Mr. Himanshu Vaish, Senior Consultant and Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO), who shared his extensive expertise and practical industry insights into Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC). The interactive training focused on analyzing real-world case studies, risk evaluation methodologies, enterprise compliance standards, and collaborative team presentations. The program provided students with an impactful platform to deepen their understanding of enterprise information security frameworks, bridge academic concepts with corporate standards.

The CSE (Cyber Security) Department organized the Inauguration of ENCRYPTIX at Dr. Mahalingam College of Engineering and Technology on July 29, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. The Mechanical Seminar Hall hosted Mr. Vasanth Nagarajan, Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Pinesphere Solutions in Chennai as the Chief Guest during the event. The Chief Guest provided the gathering with valuable knowledge on the current trends in cyber security, industry needs, advancements in technology, and prospects in careers.

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The Department of CSE (Cyber Security) organized a workshop on “Future-Ready Cyber Security: GRC Concepts and Industry Practices” from 6 July 2026 to 16 July 2026, from 9:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., for students of CSE (Cyber Security). The sessions were conducted by Mr. Himanshu Vaish, Senior Consultant and Virtual Chief Information Security Officer, Adept Expressions. The workshop introduced students to the fundamental concepts of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) and their significance in modern cybersecurity environments.

The Department of CSE (Cyber Security) organized a workshop on “Cyber Intelligence & Security Innovation Breach Analysis and Offensive Practices” on March 10, 11, and 12 from 9.00 A.M to 4.30 P.M for Second Year Cyber Security students. The session was conducted by Mr. Mukilan R, Technical Lead, Hebesec Technologies Pvt Ltd, Chennai, who shared his valuable industry knowledge and practical experience with the students.

The Department of Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security), organized an Alumni Interaction Programme on Current Industry Trends on 13.02.2026 at 11.00 AM in C Block Labs C332 & C331 for second and third year Cyber Security students. The programme aimed to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry expectations by providing insights into real-world cybersecurity practices. The session was handled by distinguished alumni Mr. Mukesh and Ms. Sowbarnika from CISAI, Kollam, Kerala, along with Mr. Sarathi from Pitowings, Coimbatore, and Mr. Muralitharan and Mr. Raghul from CYTRUST, Bangalore. The alumni shared their professional experiences and discussed current industry trends, emerging cyber threats, and practical approaches to cybersecurity.

The Department of CSE (Cyber Security) organized an Alumni Interaction Programme on 13.02.2026 at 11.00 AM in C Block Lab No: C332, focusing on Cyber Attacks and current industry practices. The session was led by alumni Mr. Mukesh and Ms. Sowbarnika from CISAI, Kollam, Kerala, who shared their valuable industry knowledge with the students. They discussed various types of cyber-attacks such as phishing, malware, ransomware, social engineering, and network-based threats, explaining real-time attack scenarios and to create awareness among the students about current cybersecurity challenges and protection strategies.

The Department of CSE (Cyber Security) successfully conducted its Sixth Board of Studies Meeting on 29th December 2025 from 03.00 pm to 04.00 pm. The meeting was attended by the Head of the Department, Expert members, and Cyber Security faculty members. Detailed discussions were held on the 2026 Regulation curriculum structure and framework, focusing on academic relevance, course outcomes, and alignment with industry requirements.

Cyborg '25 ENCRYPTIX, a technical event, was successfully conducted by the Department of CSE (Cyber Security) on 23rd October 2025. The event featured two competitions, "Idea Pitching" and "Mind vs Machine," designed to challenge students' innovative thinking and technical skills. The event was coordinated by Mr. Nadeesh M, AP(SS)/CSE(CYS), along with the faculty organizing committee. Prizes were awarded to the winners of the various competition.

A Practical Cyber Awareness Program for school students was successfully conducted on 9th August 2025. The session demonstrated real-life hacking scenarios and educated students on how to protect themselves from online fraud and other cyber threats. The program was handled by Dr. P. Vivekanandhan, HOD/CSE(CYS), and Dr. M. Sakthi Vadivel, AP(SS)/CSE(CYS).

 

 

 

A one-day workshop on "Cyber Security Pathways: Career Guidance and Opportunities" was successfully conducted on 3rd September 2025. The workshop was attended by second and third-year students from the Department of CSE (Cyber Security). The session was led by Mr. Balaji Shivnesan, a Senior Network and Security Engineer from SecureTech LLC, Abu Dhabi.

 

 

 

A Technical Quiz on Cybersecurity was successfully conducted on 11th August 2025. The event aimed to create cybersecurity awareness among students. The session was handled by Mr. M. Nadeesh, AP(SS)/CSE(CYS), and Mrs. E. Gayathiri. Prizes were awarded to the winning students.

 

 

 

An Association Inauguration and Guest Lecture, 'Encryptix', was successfully conducted on 11th August 2025. The event was organized by the Department of CSE (Cyber Security). The session featured a guest lecture by Mr. Ramakrishnan Nataraj, the Founder & CEO of KlyONIX Tech.