Events

JK Lakshmipat University successfully conducted an intensive two-day "Hands-on Cybersecurity Workshop" on the 3rd and 4th of April 2026. Organized by Dr. Ashish Jain (Associate Professor, IET) and Mr. Devendra Bhavsar (Assistant Professor, IET). Around 57 students registered and participated in the event

The event highlighted the critical aspects of digital security, focusing heavily on fundamentals, practices, and applications within the automotive industry.

The session was led by Dr. Abhishek Kumar, Senior Technical Lead (R&D) at ZF India Private Limited, Hyderabad. With his extensive background in the field, Dr. Kumar brought valuable industry insights and practical knowledge to the participants, bridging the gap between theoretical security concepts and real-world implementation. The workshop saw enthusiastic participation from students who brought their laptops fully equipped for the interactive sessions.

Day 1 commenced with a comprehensive Introduction to cybersecurity, followed by a deep dive into cryptography. The afternoon transitioned into specialized territory with a focus on “automotive cybersecurity fundamentals”, outlining basic concepts and current industry challenges. The day concluded with an interactive hands-on and demo session dedicated to threat and risk analysis.

Day 2 built upon this foundation, exploring advanced automotive security controls, standards, and industry practices through further practical exercises. The sessions also highlighted the impact of emerging technologies, specifically examining AI applications in automotive cybersecurity and the implications of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC). Later in the day, attendees were introduced to privacy engineering and its applications, followed by a final, highly practical session on vulnerability management that featured live demos.

A standout moment of the workshop was the bonus session and interactive quiz. Dr. Kumar facilitated an engaging discussion on the diverse career opportunities available in cybersecurity, detailing the various roles students can pursue in the modern industry and how to best prepare for them. The programming-based assignments in C and Python kept the students actively engaged throughout the two days.

Closing & Felicitation The workshop concluded with a formal vote of thanks to the resource person and the organizing team. The event successfully combined rigorous conceptual teaching, hands-on programming challenges, and career guidance, leaving students well-equipped and motivated to explore the multifaceted domains of cybersecurity.