P.Suriya

Teaching Cum Research Officer (IT)
Department : Cyber Security & Digital Forensics
Campus: RRU Puducherry Campus

Contact No. – 8754237960

Email – p.surya@rru.ac.in

Research Area – Identity & Access Management, Cyber Crime Investigation, Social Media Forensics, Network & Penetration testing

About P.Suriya

With over 8 years of experience in the core cybersecurity domain, I have had the privilege of working with Tata Consultancy Services as a Cybersecurity Business Analyst. My professional journey has equipped me with specialized expertise in Identity and Access Management (IAM), Governance & Compliance, Vulnerability Assessment, addressing complex challenges in safeguarding digital ecosystems.

Driven by a passion for knowledge sharing and a commitment to societal contribution, I Kickstarted my Journey as academician in 2023. As an educator, I aim to bridge the gap between industry practices and academic learning, empowering the next generation of cybersecurity professionals with the tools, techniques, and insights necessary to navigate today’s evolving digital landscape.

Through my teaching, research, and mentoring, I aspire to inspire students and professionals alike to excel in the ever-critical field of cybersecurity, fostering a safer and more secure digital world.

  • UG- B.E (CSE): First class with distinction from Adhiparasakthi Engineering College, Melmaruvathur, Tamilnadu; Pass out year – 2011
  • PG- M.Tech(Information Security) – First class with distinction from Puducherry Technological University, Puducherry; pass out year- 2013
  • Teaching Cum Research Officer (TCRO-IT) at Rashtriya Raksha University, Puducherry campus since 1 September 2023 onwards
  • Network Security Administrator at JIPMER(Govt of India, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare) hospital, Puducherry from 31 August 2021- 31 August 2023
  • IAM Business Analyst (Cyber security domain) at Tata Consultancy Services (Chennai) from 05 August 2013- 19 August 2019
International Conference
  • M. Prasad, Dr. R. Manoharan, P. Suriya : An effective Resource allocation scheme in “Relay enhanced LTE-A", In ACEEE[SPRINGER]’CNC13: proceedings of the International Conference on Advances in communication Network and computing, LNICST pp. 200–204, FEBRAUARY 2013
National level Conference
  • Presented paper on national level conference “ New Age Forensics” titled “Social Media Forensics trends, threats and opportunities” 8 & 9 January 2024 at Aditya Degree College, Surampalem, Andhra Pradesh
  • We had established the infrastructure setup such as Networking, server procurement, VMWare installation, SSL Certificate procurement & installation for the project titled “Network of Oncology Clinical Trials in India” under the guidance of Principal Investigator – Dr. Prasanth Ganesan (JIPMER hospital Government of India -Puducherry) Duration – 30/8/2021-30/8/2023
  • Honored to be a member of the Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC) and the OSAC Women in Security (WIS) initiative. These memberships provide valuable opportunities to engage with global security professionals and contribute to fostering a secure and inclusive environment
  • Recipient of “Best Researcher Award -2024” organized by Indian Education awards for my recent contributions in the field of [Social Media Forensics using Deep Learning, Network & Penetration testing, Cyber Crime Awareness ideas for Girls Adolescence, & Cyber Crime investigation module for Police Officials]
  • Recipient of “On the Spot Award” at TCS-Chennai – Recognized for exceptional dedication, hard work, and immediate impact in delivering high-quality results & contribution to the organization success
  • Invited as Guest speaker to deliver a session at [Sparkling Kids school]’s Annual Day Celebration, focusing on creating awareness about the impacts of mobile screen usage on students’ health and well-being.
  • Received Commendation from Dr. Prasanth, Principal Investigator & Professor, JIPMER Hospital – Honored with appreciation notes for exemplary hard work, unwavering commitment, and integrity, as recognized by Dr. Prasanth (Associate Dean Cum Professor) from the Department of Medical Oncology at JIPMER Hospital, Puducherry
  • Received Appreciation notes from Campus Director (RRU-Puducherry Campus) – Got Recognized for exceptional skills in documentation and drafting meeting minutes, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and professional standards in all submissions
  • Received Appreciation notes from Dr.SamPrakash(National Chairman,Anti-Vigilance Corruption Council of India) – Earned high recognition for outstanding dedication and commitment during the Capital Connect event- Cyber crime Awareness for Adolescence Girls hosted by RRU Puducherry Campus, playing a pivotal role to the event success & its objectives.
  • I was honored to record a video byte for the US Consulate, sharing my thoughts on the challenges and opportunities for women in the security field
  • English(Read & Write)
  • Tamil(Read & Write)
  • Certified in Penetration Testing, with expertise in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating vulnerabilities to enhance system security and resilience.
  • I have successfully completed the Global Consultancy Practice – Level 1 Certification, an internal certification within TCS. This certification enhances my consulting capabilities and equips me to contribute more effectively to TCS’s strategic initiatives and client engagements.
  • Participated in International clinical trials event organized by Indian Society of Clinical research on the topic : Data Management – Academic Clinical Research
  • Participated in Advanced Tech Workshop on “ Artificial Intelligence with Deep learning” organized by Technobytes in collaboration with Indian Institute of Technology(Research Park- Madras)
  • Presented paper “Social Media Forensics — Recent Trends, Threats, and Opportunities” at National level conference “NEW AGE FORENSICS: UNVEILING MYSTERIES IN THE DIGITAL ERA”- 8 January & 9 January 2024
  • Completed the training program on “Standard operating procedures” conducted by the Department of Medical Oncology, JIPMER hospital-Puducherry – 4 December 2021- 18 December 2021
  • Participated in the “workshop on human bioethics” (hybrid mode), organized by the Department of Clinical Pharmacology & Department of Pharmacology in association with the Division of Research, on Sep 3, 2022.
  • Successfully Completed the TCS leadership program “ASCENT- The Foundation for your Leadership Journey” This program combines digital learning with experiential workshops to effectively deliver business results and foster transformative leadership- 15 Nov 2017- 17 Nov 2017
  • I actively participated in the National Level Cyber Defense Summit held on September 30, 2016, and October 1, 2016
  • Participated in the 2 days National level Conference on “Robust & Resilient networks organized by Puducherry Technological University (CSE department) on 21 & 22 March 2013
  • Nominated for OSAC Women in Security (WiS) and attended the Chennai Chapter Meet on March 22, 2024. Engaged in discussions on key topics such as the role of women in physical security and workplace challenges
  • I attended the OSAC Chennai Chapter Annual General Meet held on April 5 2024, where I actively participated in discussions focused on Raod map on OSAC Chennai Chapter & Launch of Women in security
  • I was nominated by SkillsDA for the IoT Security Foundation Chennai Chapter on April 12, 2024, where I participated in discussions on key topics, including Top Cybersecurity Threats Prediction for 2024, DDoS Attacks, the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Cyberspace, Security Tools, Rationalizing Cloud Security Tools, and a Case Study on Data Breach
  • I attended the 3-day Bharath Data Protection Officer Training and Certification from July 12-14, 2024, as per the nomination of the Campus Director
  • As a member of OSAC Women in Security (WiS), I was nominated to participate in a Fireside Chat” wells Fargo-chennai dated 15/11/2024″ with Assistant Secretary Gentry Smith, Assistant Secretary of the Department of State, Bureau of Diplomatic Security. The discussion focused on critical topics, including the underrepresentation of women in leadership and decision-making positions within the security sector, as well as challenges in accessing mentorship and sponsorship opportunities due to the limited presence of female role models
  • I attended a 1-week national-level online FDP program on Recent Trends in Cybersecurity from November 11-16, 2024, organized by Madanapalle Institute of Technology & Science, Andhra Pradesh.
  • I attended a 1-week national-level online FDP program on 5 Days Online Faculty Development Program (FDP) on ADVANCEMENTS IN COMPUTING TECHNOLOGIES AND INTERNET OF THINGS! from 21 October-25 October 2024 organized by Vellore Institute of Technology & Science, Chennai.
  • Participated in International clinical trials event organized by Indian Society of Clinical research on the topic :Data Management – Academic Clinical Research
  • Participated in Advanced Tech Workshop on “ Artificial Intelligence with Deep learning” organized by Technobytes in collaboration with Indian Institute of Technology(Research Park- Madras)
  • I participated in the Terrier Cyber Quest 2024 – Territorial Army Cyber Challenge, specifically in the Capture the Flag (CTF) Level 1, which tested cybersecurity skills through simulated challenges.
  • Attended the session on Virtual labs:Policy perspective, Need and scope – 9 October 2024
  • Appointed as the Nodal Coordinator(RRU Puducherry) for Virtual Lab Workshop Access in collaboration with Amrita University, facilitating advanced virtual learning experiences and practical sessions for students and faculty.