Bootcamp on 5G Security under ISEA Phase III

(Conducted by CCS)

09 Mar - 13 Mar 2026

About

The bootcamp on 5G security focuses on equipping participants with the skills needed to tackle security challenges in 5G and beyond mobile networks. The program combines theoretical learning on 5G Networks and Security with practical hands-on experience with setting up 5G network for learning and research as well as demonstrations on securing 5G RAN and Core networks

Event Details

Dates: 09 Mar 2026 to 13 Mar 2026
Location: CS EE building
Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad
Duration: 5 days

Objective

The objective of this bootcamp is to provide participants with a strong and practical understanding of security challenges in 5G and beyond.

What you will learn:

  • Gain in-depth knowledge of 5G network architecture, security protocols, and emerging technologies.
  • Develop hands-on skills in securing 5G RAN and Core networks, simulating attacks, and analyzing security vulnerabilities.
  • Develop a foundational framework to support novel research in telecom security and protection of future network architectures.

Why attend?

Why Attend This Bootcamp:

  • Gain a clear understanding of security threats and vulnerabilities in 5G and beyond, including RAN and Core networks.
  • Learn through hands-on demonstrations and live attack simulations that connect theory with real-world scenarios.
  • Build industry-relevant skills that prepare you for careers in 5G, telecom, and cybersecurity.

Instructors

Lectures will be delivered by the following faculty members of Dept. of Computer Science & Engineering, IIT Hyderabad with extensive experience in network, security, cybersecurity and cryptography

Dr. Antony Franklin

Professor, IIT Hyderabad

Wireless Networks, Mobile Networks, 5G Network and Systems, Low Latency transport protocol.

Dr. Bheemarjuna Reddy Tamma

Professor, IIT Hyderabad

Converged Cloud Radio Access Networks, 5G, SDN/NFV, IoT/M2M and Network Security

Dr. Maria Francis

Assistant Professor, IIT Hyderabad

Computational Algebra, Symbolic Computation, Lattice Cryptography

Dr. Shwetha Vittal

Assistant Professor, BITS Pilani

Telecom Domain, 5G Core, LTE, Network Slicing, orchestration, 3GPP

Sachin Vani

Mr. Sachin Vani

Senior Product Specialist at Spirent

4G/5G/6G, AI in Telecom, K8 CNF Resilience, Public Cloud

Dr. Maruthi S. Inukonda

Scientific Officer at CCS, IIT Hyderabad

Zero-Trust security in HPC, IoT, Enterprise

Registration Details

"Don't miss this opportunity! Seats fill quickly, so submit your application today!"

Next Steps?


Eligibility Criteria and Prerequisites:

  • All BTech/MTech/PhD students from CS/AI/ECE/EE/IT streams, M.Sc students from CS/IT, MCA students, academia and industry professionals.
  • Knowledge in computer networks and familarity with Linux environment is required.

    • Follow the steps and instructions given below to participate in the Bootcamp:

  • Application Link: Click here
  • Application deadline: 25th Feb 2026.
  • Limited seats available, shortlisted candidates will receive email with payment instructions.
  • Registration fee Rs. 1000/- collected from shortlisted candidates, includes bootcamp material, accommodation at IITH hostels, lunch & refreshments
  • Selected participants may qualify for internship opportunities at dept. of CSE, IIT Hyderabad.

Contact

For queries, contact us

Address

Dept. of Computer Science & Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad

Email Us

isea@cse.iith.ac.in

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