Hyderabad: KLH Aziznagar Campus has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Data Security Council of India (DSCI), through its Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence (CCoE) in Hyderabad, marking a significant step toward strengthening cybersecurity education, skill development, and industry engagement.
The MoU was signed by Dr. A. Ramakrishna, Principal, KLH Aziznagar Campus, and Dr. Sriram Birudavolu, CEO, Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence (CCoE), DSCI, Hyderabad. The partnership bridges academic learning and industry expertise, creating meaningful opportunities for students and faculty in the fast-evolving field of cybersecurity.
Under the agreement, KLH Aziznagar and DSCI-CCoE will collaborate on a range of initiatives, including specialised training programmes, expert-led interactions, awareness campaigns, capacity-building workshops, and industry-oriented activities. These efforts are designed to provide students with practical exposure to emerging cybersecurity practices and real-world challenges, while enabling faculty members to remain current with the latest developments in the field.
The collaboration is expected to equip students with relevant technical competencies, a clearer understanding of evolving industry requirements, and stronger preparedness for careers in cybersecurity and related domains. It will also foster deeper engagement between academia and cybersecurity professionals, bringing contemporary industry perspectives directly into the learning environment.
Commending the initiative, Er. Koneru Lakshman Havish, Vice President, KL Deemed to be University, said, “Cybersecurity has become a critical priority as technology increasingly shapes every sector of the economy. This collaboration will give our students valuable access to industry expertise and a deeper understanding of emerging security practices and real-world challenges. At KLH, our focus is on creating learning opportunities that go beyond theoretical knowledge and help students develop strong technical capabilities, practical skills, and professional readiness. We believe such industry partnerships are vital in preparing responsible and future-ready cybersecurity professionals.”
Through strategic collaborations with leading professional and industry organisations such as DSCI, KLH Aziznagar Campus continues to build robust pathways for students to translate academic knowledge into industry-relevant skills — equipping them to thrive in an increasingly digital and security-conscious economy.
