NFSU scholars can pursue a full-time Ph.D. in Aviation Forensics and Cybersecurity domain at this Unique Centre with R&D opportunities in the live Airport environment.
GMR Aviation Academy (GMRAA), the training and education arm of GMR Airports Ltd has joined hands with the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) to collaborate on developing and extending educational programs in the field of Forensics and Aviation Cyber Security.
These programs aim at bridging the demand and supply gap of Cyber Security and Forensic professionals in the country.
“Technology and digitization have brought many advantages to Aviation, but at the same time, these have created challenges in managing cyber vulnerabilities in such a complex environment. The aviation industry has been an attractive target for cyber attackers. Especially after the COVID, Cyberattacks and threats have increased many folds, and organizations are in search of Cyber Security and Forensics experts to create a cyber shield against any kind of cyber threats. There is a huge shortage of trained Cyber Security and Forensics experts in the country, and in the world. In fact, there is a vast opportunity for such cyber security professionals, and bulk-hiring requirements exist for these professionals once they successfully complete these courses,” said Ashwani Lohani, CEO of GMR Services Business.
Speaking on the occasion, Prof. (Dr.) Purvi Pokhariyal, Campus Director of NFSU, Gandhinagar, said “The collaboration between the National Forensic Sciences University and GMR Aviation Academy opens new vistas for Aviation Forensic. NFSU Vice-Chancellor Dr. J M Vyas’ vision of enhancing forensic capabilities is reaching new heights. With this partnership, students and research scholars would get the opportunity to intern at GMR in the field of Cyber Security and Aviation. We intend to offer joint certificate and training courses to different stakeholders.”
As per the MOU, GMRAA and NFSU have identified the following initiatives which include:
GMRAA sponsored Fellowship/Scholar program for NFSU Ph.D. students for Research & Development (R&D) in the Aviation Cyber Security sector.
GMRAA Internship program for M.Tech. students enrolled in NFSU in the field of Aviation Cybersecurity & Forensics. The students would get year-long onsite Aviation Cybersecurity and Forensics experience at GMR’s Airports.
Setting up an NFSU-certified Research Centre at GMR Aviation Academy (GMRAA) facility in Hyderabad to enable NFSU scholars to pursue full-time Ph.D. in Aviation Forensics and Cybersecurity domain.
GMRAA and NFSU to jointly develop and offer Aviation Forensics & Cybersecurity Certificate courses.
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