Kaspersky, a global leader in cybersecurity, has partnered with Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT) in Bengaluru, one of India's premier private engineering institutions, to enhance education and training in the field of cybersecurity. The two organizations recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at fostering a strong cybersecurity foundation among future graduates. The agreement was formalized by Kaspersky’s Asia Pacific Managing Director, Adrian Hia, and Dr. Giridhar P. Kini, Registrar of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE).
Under the MoU, both parties will collaborate to cultivate an educational environment that fosters the development of a broad spectrum of cybersecurity skills among university students. This initiative aims to produce highly skilled, job-ready cybersecurity professionals equipped to meet the demands of the industry.
Kaspersky will collaborate with MIT-MAHE to establish a robust system that attracts young talent for the training and development of the next generation of security professionals. This will be achieved through knowledge exchange, expertise sharing, and the creation of specialized cybersecurity course modules. The initiative is expected to expand and strengthen the talent pool for India’s rapidly growing cybersecurity industry.
“As the cybersecurity market in India expands, there is a growing need for qualified and highly skilled cybersecurity professionals. Our collaboration with MIT-MAHE will help enhance cybersecurity education in India. We look forward to working together to improve the training quality of the MIT-MAHE graduates and boosting their employability in the market. We will also provide professional training to the teaching staff, supporting MIT with the right teaching tools and materials on cybersecurity, as well as raising awareness about the importance of cybersecurity among the next generations of students and professionals”, said Adrian Hia, Managing Director for Asia Pacific at Kaspersky.
Dr Iven Jose, Director, Manipal Institute of Technology, MAHE-Bengaluru Campus said, “This MoU with Kaspersky represents a significant step forward in our commitment to advancing cybersecurity education and research. By collaborating with one of the leading global cybersecurity companies, we are providing our students and faculty with access to cutting-edge technology and expertise that will not only enhance our academic offerings but also contribute to the broader effort of securing digital landscapes globally”.
The partnership enhances MAHE’s educational and scientific initiatives by introducing new training courses and programs. This collaboration is part of Kaspersky’s Academy Alliance program, highlighting the global cybersecurity company’s dedication to developing cybersecurity skills and knowledge worldwide through partnerships with leading higher education institutions.
The Kaspersky Academy Alliance is a comprehensive initiative designed to assist universities in training cybersecurity specialists to tackle today’s evolving cybersecurity challenges. Through this partnership, Kaspersky seeks to incorporate its esteemed cybersecurity expertise and cutting-edge technologies into the educational process, fostering knowledge and skill development in collaboration with universities.
