15th Annual National Conference on
CYBER SECURITY 2023
Welcome to the Biggest
Cyber Security Conference
Join us for an exclusive conference on protecting the Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII) of your country which will provide with valuable insights on the challenges, best practices, and emerging technologies for ensuring the resilience and security of CNII. Register now to secure your spot!
Register Now

Technical Workshop
Join the unique workshop designed to provide technical awareness and training to members of identified cybersecurity teams which will cover the latest techniques, tools, and strategies to safeguard critical information infrastructure. Don't miss out on this chance to advance your career and enhance your organization's security posture. Register now to secure your spot in this must-attend workshop!
Registration ClosedHacking Challenge
Put your hacking skills to the test with our exciting hacking challenge! Join our challenge to experience real-world cyber security scenarios and sharpen your hacking skills. Are you ready for the challenge? Join us now!
Registration Closed




Information and Cyber Security Policy - Awareness Session
Informative awareness session on cyber security policy content, is aimed at making government officers aware of the latest cyber security trends and strategies to safeguard critical information infrastructure. Conducted in line with the Cyber Security Week of Sri Lanka CERT, this session is a must-attend event for anyone looking to enhance their cyber security knowledge.
The Speakers

Enrico Calandro
Project Leader
Enrico is responsible for the strategic direction of the project. Enrico has an in-depth knowledge of Cyber capacity building from his extensive research career, focusing upon the global South.

Sandun Hapugoda
Country Manager – Sri Lanka & Maldives, Mastercard
Sandun Hapugoda has almost 20 years of experience in Banking and Payments Industry and currently operate as the Country Manager in Sri Lanka and Maldives for Mastercard.

Hai Li
Director, Cyber Security, Public Affairs and Communications Dept, Asia Pacific, Huawei
16+ years in ICT industry, 16 + years in Huawei Cyber Security, in Public Affairs and Communications, Expert in ICT security such as 5G security, Cloud security, AI security.

Ashoke Baddage
Country Manager – Check Point Sri Lanka and Maldives, former Regional Manager - Palo Alto Networks for South Asia and Head of Distribution, Public Sector and Defense Cisco Systems.

Sujit Christy
President & Board Member, (ISC)2 Colombo Chapter, Sri Lanka
Sujit Christy is a passionate cybersecurity adoption evangelist providing vital guidance to improve the cyber defenses whilst raising cybersecurity awareness for risk reduction and improved compliance.

Wasantha Perera
Chief Executive Officer - CryptoGen
Wasantha the Founder and CEO at CryptoGen, the largest cyber security focused company in Srilanka. With more than 20 years of working experiences.

Jayantha Fernando
Attorney - Masters Law Degree (LLM) in Telecommunications & IT Law
Fernando is an Attorney with a "Specialized" Masters Law Degree (LLM) in Telecommunications & IT Law, which he read on a British Government scholarship (2003).

Dr Kanishka Karunasena
Head of Research, Policies and Projects of Sri Lanka CERT
Dr Kanishka Prior joining to CERT, Kanishka worked as an Academic & Researcher at RMIT University, Senior Project Manager at ICTA, Software Development Leader & Counter Part IT consultant for some ADB & World Bank Projects.

Samanthi Senanayake
Senior Consultant, Sri Lanka Institute of Development Administration (SLIDA)
Samanthi Senanayake is a senior public sector officer with 20 years of experience implementing various Information and Communication Technology projects in Sri Lanka.
Cyber Security Week
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Day 01
May 15, 2023
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Day 02
May 16, 2023
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Day 03
May 18, 2023
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Day 04
May 23, 2023

Technical Workshop
Join the unique workshop designed to provide technical awareness and training to members of identified cybersecurity teams which will cover the latest techniques, tools, and strategies to safeguard critical information infrastructure. Don't miss out on this chance to advance your career and enhance your organization's security posture. Register now to secure your spot in this must-attend workshop!
Registration Closed
Hacking Challenge
Put your hacking skills to the test with our exciting hacking challenge! Join our challenge to experience real-world cyber security scenarios and sharpen your hacking skills. Are you ready for the challenge? Join us now!
Registration Closed
Information and Cyber Security Policy - Awareness Session
Informative awareness session on cyber security policy content, is aimed at making government officers aware of the latest cyber security trends and strategies to safeguard critical information infrastructure. Conducted in line with the Cyber Security Week of Sri Lanka CERT, this session is a must-attend event for anyone looking to enhance their cyber security knowledge.
(By Invitation Only)

The 15th Annual National Conference on Cyber Security
Join us for an exclusive conference on protecting the Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII) of your country which will provide with valuable insights on the challenges, best practices, and emerging technologies for ensuring the resilience and security of CNII. Register now to secure your spot!
Register Now
John Smith
Founder & CEOHow To Brand A Startup On A Small Budget
In this session we will discuss about digital topics in detail. You need laptops and other tech support equipment. This session will last for 2 hours. So prepare yourself.

John Smith
Founder & CEOEstablishing a Brand Identity
In this session we will discuss about digital topics in detail. You need laptops and other tech support equipment. This session will last for 2 hours. So prepare yourself.

Sarah Michelle
Founder & CEOInterview With World Class Designer
In this session we will discuss about digital topics in detail. You need laptops and other tech support equipment. This session will last for 2 hours. So prepare yourself.

Katty Wilson
Founder & CEOClose Event Ceremony & Doorprize
In this session we will discuss about digital topics in detail. You need laptops and other tech support equipment. This session will last for 2 hours. So prepare yourself.
Registration Fees
Technical Workshop
LKR 10,000
- May 15, 2023
- 9:00am to 4.00pm
- Distant learning center at SLIDA, Colombo
Hacking Challenge
LKR 7,500
- May 16, 2023
- 9:00am to 3.00pm
- Lavender Room, BMICH
15th Annual National Conference on Cyber Security
LKR 10,000
- May 23, 2023
- 8:00am - 5:30pm
- Grand Ballroom, Watersedge Hotel, Colombo
* For other payment methods (Bank Transfer or Cheques), and if you require any quotations, please send your request to csw2023@cert.gov.lk
Official Sponsors
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Digital Innovation Partner

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Digital Payment Platform Provider

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