Faculty Updation Program (FUP) on Wireless Security under ISEA Phase III

(Conducted by CCS)

01 Dec - 05 Dec 2025

About

The Faculty Updation Program (FUP) on Wireless Security aims to equip educators and researchers with advanced knowledge and practical skills in wireless security, malware analysis, and critical infrastructure protection. The program focuses on enhancing teaching through real-world case studies, providing hands-on expertise in security mechanisms, and promoting research-driven learning in wireless security.

Event Details

Dates: 01 Dec 2025 to 05 Dec 2025
Location: Ground Floor, EECS building
Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad
Duration: 5 days
Find the detailed schedule: here

Objective

The Faculty Updation Program (FUP) on Wireless Security aims to empower educators and researchers with cutting-edge knowledge and practical skills in wireless security, malware analysis, and critical infrastructure protection. The program is designed to:

1. Enhance teaching methodologies by integrating real-world examples and case studies.
2. Equip participants with the technical know-how to implement and teach advanced security mechanisms.
3. Foster research-oriented learning in the domains of wireless security.

What you will learn:

  • Basics of network security and cryptography
  • Develop hands-on skills in configuring secure Wi-Fi networks, analyzing malware, and securing critical infrastructure.
  • Learn to incorporate advanced security concepts and practices into their curriculum and research work.
  • Build a foundation for innovative research and collaboration in cybersecurity domains.

Why attend?

Join our FUP on Wireless Security at IIT Hyderabad to learn cryptography fundamentals, gain industry insights, and participate in hands-on labs, with opportunities for certificates, prizes, and possible collaboration.

What you will learn:

  • Learn the fundamentals of cryptography and wireless security from IITH faculty
  • Gain insights from industry experts
  • Deepen your understanding of wireless network vulnerabilities and threats
  • Participate in hands-on labs using open-source wireless security tools

Instructors

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

Dr. Bheemarjuna Reddy Tamma

Professor, IIT Hyderabad

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

Dr. Kotaro Kataoka

Professor, IIT Hyderabad

Internet Architecture, Software-Defined Networking (SDN), Network Function Virtualization (NFV), Blockchain, Network Applications

Dr. Maria Francis

Assistant Professor, IIT Hyderabad

Computational Algebra, Symbolic Computation, Lattice Cryptography

Dr. Antony Franklin

Professor, IIT Hyderabad

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

Dr. Saurabh kumar

Assistant Professor, IIT Hyderabad

Cyber Security, Mobile Security, Cyber forensics and Malware Analysis

Shibashis Ghosh

founder of ExaBee Pvt. Ltd.

Quantum Computing, Embedded Systems, Cyber Security, Hacking, and Digital Forensics.

Dr. Srikanth S

Dr. Srikanth S

Chief Knowledge Officer at NanoCell Networks Pvt. Ltd.

Wireless, OFDM, MIMO, 802.11 standards, LTE and 5G, IoT

Registration Details

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

Next Steps?


Eligibility Criteria and Prerequisites:

  • Faculty members and students from academia can apply.
  • Security professionals, engineers, and executives from the industry are also eligible to apply.
  • Basic knowledge of computer networks and familiarity with Linux environment is a prerequisite.

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

  • Apply for FUP program on the IVP portal: ISEA Event
  • Application deadline: 10th Nov 2025.
  • Once you fill out the application form, you'll get an email with a link for a basic assessment on Computer Networks and Linux environment. It will take approx 20 minutes to complete the test. Please complete the assessment within 2-3 days of applying.
  • Based on your performance in the assessment and availability of seats, a subset of candidates will be shortlisted for participating in the program. You will get an email from isea@iith.ac.in with further instructions about the payment of registration fee.
  • Registration fee: Rs. 1000/- for faculties and working professionals. It is Rs. 500/- for students and research scholars. It covers training materials, lunch & refreshments during 5 days.
  • Lastly, you can book accommodation at IITH hostels. All the related details will be shared on this webpage in due course of time for the selected candidates.
  • Limited seats available, application will be open until all the seats are filled or till 10th Nov (whichever comes first).
  • Note that there can be scope of possible future collaborations.
  • Please check your emails (inbox & junk folder) which you provided during the application process frequently, as all future communications will be through the email only.
  • Note that participants will have to manage accommodation, breakfast and dinner on their own.
  • Top-performers would be considered for internships and research openings of CCS. For current opennings in CCS visit here.

Accommodation Details

For information about accommodation, please refer to the details provided below

Hostel Accommodation

Hostel accommodation can be availed on payment for the selected candidates attending the FUP on Wireless Security 2025.

  • Facilities Provided: Cot, Table, Chair, Mattress, Bedsheet, Blanket, and Pillow
We will provide lunch, refreshments, and training materials.
However, breakfast and dinner will be your responsibility and can be purchased from student dining halls near the hostel blocks.

Registration Fee Payment:

Note that filling up the google form ensures the booking of your hostel room. You have to pay the accomodation fees (Rs. 350 per day) to the hostel office upon arrival.

How to Register

  1. Fill out the Google Form to register.
  2. Most of the fields are mandetory. Fill the google form carefully.
  3. While filling time of arrival and depurture, you may fill tentative timing.

For any further assistance, please contact the hostel office at office.hostel@iith.ac.in with the subject line: ISEA FUP on Wireless Security 2025 and keeping ISEA team at copy.

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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