PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

As digital transformation accelerates, organizations face a critical balancing act—leveraging the flexibility of hybrid IT infrastructures while staying ahead of complex and evolving cyber threats.

“Evolving Hybrid IT and Cybersecurity Capabilities for Future Challenges” addresses the urgent need to secure the modern enterprise landscape—where on-premise, cloud, operational technology (OT), and AI-driven systems intersect. It goes beyond the technical layers and equips decision-makers with the strategic insight, risk awareness, and leadership preparedness required to manage digital risk, misinformation, and regulatory challenges in real time.

This programme is designed specifically for managers, senior officers, and strategic leaders who play a vital role in safeguarding systems, data, and operations across both government and private sectors.

OBJECTIVES

·         Understand hybrid IT risks and cybersecurity challenges in modern, connected environments

·         Identify and respond to cyber incidents such as ransomware, data breaches, and misinformation

·         Apply key cybersecurity frameworks and standards like ISO, GRC, and Zero Trust

·         Strengthen decision-making in cyber crisis situations, with better risk awareness and response planning

·         Build resilient and secure hybrid infrastructures, balancing technology, policy, and leadership

These objectives are structured to deliver a comprehensive and results-oriented training programme that enhances participants’ ability to manage cyber risks, meet compliance, and apply advanced tools within the immersive Cyber Theme Park (CTmP) environment.

CONTENT

Day 1: Hybrid Threats & the Misinformation Maze

🔹 Explore the intersection of IT, OT, and information warfare in the digital age.

Day 2: Cyber Defense, GRC & Standards

🔹 Bridge the gap between cybersecurity, governance, and compliance.

Day 3: Cyber Resilience & Emerging Tech Risks

🔹 Strategize for tomorrow’s threats with AI, quantum, and beyond.

METHODOLOGY

The programme employs an interactive learning approach, integrating:

• Instructor-led classroom sessions
• Case studies and real-world applications
• Experience-sharing by industry experts

FACULTY

Dr. Madhusoodanan P. R., Professor and Director of the Centre for Economics and Finance & Centre of Excellence in Cyber Defence, will lead the programme. The faculty team boasts a unique blend of expertise from industry, government, and regulatory bodies, honed over 20 years and go beyond theory and gain practical skills to excel at the intersection of governance and technology. Embark on a transformative journey led by seasoned professionals who have shaped the landscape of government and IT.

👥 Who Should Attend

This programme is designed for:

• Government officials, IT managers, and cybersecurity professionals
• IT specialists and analysts responsible for securing hybrid or cloud environments
• Executives and decision-makers overseeing digital transformation and cyber risk
• Managers and team leads aiming to improve their organization’s security posture

Ideal for those who want to:

• Enhance their understanding of hybrid IT and cybersecurity integration
• Strengthen security frameworks and incident response strategies
• Learn best practices for managing emerging threats and technology risks
• Promote a more collaborative, resilient approach to organizational cybersecurity

Organisational sponsorship is essential

VENUE

The programme is fully residential and the participants will be accommodated in air-conditioned single occupancy rooms. The college does not provide accommodation for the family. The college is Wi-Fi enabled in a comprehensive way.

DURATION

The programme duration is 3 days starting from August 20 -22, 2025. The participants are expected to arrive a day before commencement and may leave after the conclusion of the programme.

PROGRAMME FEE

Residential Fee: Rs. 43,700/- (US $683 for foreigners) plus GST as applicable (presently 18%) per participant. The fee covers tuition, board and lodging, courseware (in electronic form) and other facilities of the College including internet usage.

Non-Residential Fee: Rs. 37,700/- plus GST as applicable (presently 18%) per participant. The fee covers tuition, course ware (in electronic form) working lunch and other facilities of the College including internet usage.

A discount of 10% on the Programme fee for three or more participants from the same organisation will be given, provided the payment is credited into our Bank account before August 18, 2025.

MEDICAL INSURANCE

The nominees are requested to carry with them the proof of Medical Insurance. The sponsoring agency is required to endorse the nominees' medical coverage in the event of hospitalization.

 LAST DATE FOR NOMINATION

Please use the prescribed/attached form. Last date for receiving nominations is August 06, 2025. Kindly contact Programmes Officer for further details (contact details are given at the end of the nomination form).

LAST DATE FOR WITHDRAWAL

August 13, 2025. Any withdrawals after this date will entail forfeiture of fee paid, if any.

ASCI ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Participants of the College programmes will automatically become members of the ASCI alumni association.

CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION

The College issues a Certificate of Participation on conclusion of the programme.