As we step into 2025, OPSWAT Academy is excited to announce a strategic partnership with the University of Colombo School of Computing (UCSC), a pioneering ICT education institute in Sri Lanka. Supported by OPSWAT Academy's Scholarship Program, this partnership grants UCSC students and staff access to internationally recognized cybersecurity certifications. These programs provide cutting-edge skills, enhance employability, and enrich UCSC’s curriculum, positioning graduates to thrive in an increasingly digital and interconnected world. Together, we are nurturing a new generation of cybersecurity professionals dedicated to protecting critical infrastructure and ensuring global resilience.
This initiative reflects UCSC's commitment to addressing the growing challenges of cybersecurity in an increasingly digital world. The partnership with OPSWAT Academy positions UCSC as a key player in nurturing cybersecurity expertise in Sri Lanka, contributing to both national and global cybersecurity resilience.
Dr. Asanka P. SayakkaraSenior Lecturer & Program Coordinator, MCS & MSc in CS, UCSC, Sri Lanka.
Irfan ShakeelVP of Training and Certification Services, OPSWAT.
The growing demand for skilled professionals in critical infrastructure protection underscores the importance of bridging the cybersecurity skills gap. This collaboration not only strengthens UCSC’s role as a regional leader in ICT education but also broadens OPSWAT Academy’s reach, fostering a global community of proficient cybersecurity professionals.
If you’re an educational institution or organization sharing this vision, we invite you to explore how our scholarship program can help empower the next generation of cybersecurity experts.
About the University of Colombo School of Computing
The University of Colombo School of Computing (UCSC), established in 2002 through the merger of the Institute of Computer Technology and the Department of Computer Science, stands as Sri Lanka’s premier institution for Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) education and research. Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including advanced laboratories and a comprehensive library, UCSC offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Committed to achieving international recognition, UCSC excels in pioneering research and prepares students for impactful careers in the rapidly evolving ICT field.
About OPSWAT Academy
OPSWAT Academy, an educational venture by OPSWAT, is dedicated to transforming CIP cybersecurity training. Our focus is on providing cutting-edge, practical learning opportunities that equip both individuals and organizations to defend critical infrastructure effectively.
By offering immersive educational programs, OPSWAT Academy strives to close the cybersecurity skills gap, cultivate a worldwide network of proficient cybersecurity experts, and reinforce the safeguarding of global critical infrastructure.
