Shakti Ghodadra

• Contribute to shaping the strategic vision and academic framework of Cyber Security programs to meet evolving national and global cybersecurity demands. • Drive industry-aligned curriculum development focused on offensive security, defensive operations, AI security, cloud security, cyber resilience, and secure-by-design practices. • Strengthen academia-industry collaboration through research, innovation, experiential learning, internships, and practitioner-led knowledge exchange. • Lead engagement with PSY9 Security as the Industry & Knowledge Partner, bringing enterprise-grade expertise, real-world case studies, cyber labs, and emerging security practices into the academic ecosystem.

Invested (as an angel), in a SaaS startup. More details would be revealed once the product is ready in Q2 of FY 2026.

Most security programs are good at finding problems. Almost none are good at knowing which ones actually matter. Psynetra is the Offensive Exposure Command Center — an OS-PaaS (Offensive Security Platform-as-a-Service) built for organizations that are done buying more tools and ready to start getting answers. We combine: → External & Internal Attack Surface Management → Cloud, Identity & Supply Chain Exposure Intelligence → Agentic AI Validation → Human-in-the-Loop Offensive Expertise → Dark Web & Adversarial Intelligence → Continuous Red Team & VAPT Operations → Board-Ready Executive Reporting ...into one platform. One operating model. One answer to the question every CISO is actually asking: "If an attacker came for us tonight — what would they find, what would they exploit, and would we even know?" This is not another dashboard. This is not another scanner. This is not another compliance checkbox. Psynetra is built on a conviction: attackers don't operate in silos, so defenders shouldn't either. Every exposure we discover is correlated. Every finding we surface is validated. Every risk we escalate is confirmed exploitable — before it ever reaches your remediation queue. A PSY9 Company. CERT-In Empanelled. Built by operators. Built for operators.

- Providing independent cybersecurity advisory to the IT committee in alignment with SEBI's Cyber Security and Cyber Resilience Framework. - Conducting external audits to assess and enhance the organization's cybersecurity posture, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. - Offering strategic insights on operational resilience, cyber risk mitigation, and governance best practices. - Supporting the board and IT committee in strengthening cyber risk management policies and frameworks. - Assisting in developing and implementing robust security controls to safeguard critical assets and data.

- Contributed to organizing high-impact events focused on promoting the philosophical and cultural heritage of India, sustainable & impactful ecosystem, including the Dharma Dhamma Conference, Gujarat Changemakers, etc. - Collaborated with a diverse team to facilitate discussions among global political, religious, social workers, and thought leaders on critical issues related. - Played an active role in event planning, coordination, and execution, ensuring successful outcomes for large-scale international conferences.

As a partner at Bu Abdullah Group of companies, I head and manage the internal and external technology and cyber security strategies. I also acts as technology advisor to Dr. Bu Abdulla and team.

In an increasingly interconnected world, the need for robust national cybersecurity controls has never been more critical. CyREC is a non-profit consortium and is designed to strengthen Cyber Resilience by fostering Education, Research, and Collaboration. Under the leadership of IAS Shree M Nagarajan, I co-founded CyREC and our mission is to build a strong, secure, and resilient digital Bharat by bridging the gap between academia, industry, and government forces. We aim to create a safe cyberspace by advancing skills, encouraging innovation, and shaping policy. Vision: "To be the beacon of digital resilience, fostering innovation and education that secures Bharat’s future in the global cyber and tech landscape.” Mission: “To drive cybersecurity excellence through community collaboration, cutting-edge research, and skill-building, ensuring Bharat's leadership in the digital age” What We do: 🔐 Research & Innovation: Cutting-edge cybersecurity research driven by Bharat's best minds.  🛡 Resilience Training: Building strong defensive capabilities for businesses, governments, and individuals.  🎓 Education & Awareness: Fostering the next generation of cyber professionals through hands-on training, workshops, and certifications.  🤝 Collaborative Network: A platform for collaboration across sectors, bringing together experts from defense, cybersecurity, education, and research.  Be a Part of CyREC!  At CyREC, we believe that cybersecurity is a collective responsibility, and we invite students, professionals, educators, policymakers, and organizations to join hands with us. Whether you are looking to upskill, contribute to research, or network with industry leaders, CyREC offers unparalleled opportunities to get involved.

BSides is a community-driven framework being led by a renowned & prominent hacker Nikhil Shrivastava (Synack #1) that facilitates the organization of cybersecurity events by and for information security community members. These conferences take place in various countries worldwide, serving as platforms for presenting and discussing research on cybersecurity and related topics. Our specific responsibility is to organize an independent BSides-approved event in Ahmedabad. Our primary objective is to expand the scope of discussions beyond the constraints of time and space. The event features demonstrations, discussions, and interactions involving esteemed participants. It provides opportunities for individuals to engage and present in a secure environment that fosters collaboration. This event serves as a forum where forward-thinking conversations take place, particularly considering the increasing sophistication of hackers and the growing need to safeguard network devices and digital assets. "Security" is a prominent concept in the entire IT realm, and many organizations and individuals are highly interested in the latest advancements in this field. We offer conferences and events where these enthusiastic individuals and organizations can come together to collaborate, share their perspectives, and acquire knowledge. Our event creates an engaging atmosphere for open conversations and discussions regarding information technology, privacy, security, critical issues in information security, and the societal implications of both technical and cultural aspects. Additionally, we curate a distinguished lineup of speakers and presenters, exciting workshops, and various security challenges, ensuring a top-notch experience for all attendees.

PSY9 Security was born in the storm of 2020 with near-zero capital, forged through persistence and vision. Today, it stands as a CERT-IN empanelled cybersecurity force trusted by 100+ clients worldwide. ⚡ Core Services ✦ Offensive Security: VAPT, Red-Teaming, Code Reviews, IoT/Hardware assessments, Blockchain security, automotive security, OT Security, Binary Testing, AI/LLM Security, and much more. ✦ Defensive Services: Managed SOC-as-a-Service: EDR/MDR, OT SOC, Data Center Audits, NOC, Dgital Forensics, Threat intel/hunting, Incidence response, defensive maturity assessment, etc. ✦ Specialized services: vCISO/vCIO & Strategy Advisory, Staffing and resource augmentation, GRC (18+ global frameworks ISO, GDPR, SOC2, DPDP, PCI DSS, etc,), ✦ Human Security: Awareness programs, phishing simulations, and culture-driven security. ⚡ Training (PSY9 Academy – Stealth) ✦ India’s first battlefield training ecosystem where students: ✦ Shadow live hackers on engagements. ✦ Specialize across IoT, OT/SCADA, Automotive, Blockchain, Cloud. ✦ Enter Blackroom Labs — an invite-only, classified research track to create patents, products, and breakthroughs. ⚡ Innovation (Psynectics – Purple-Team Automation) ✦ A next-gen platform that merges attack + defense into adaptive resilience, powered by god-mode automation. Designed not just for detection but for anticipation — a true cybernetic shield for enterprises. ⚡ Vision To make Bharat a global hub of digital resilience and cyber innovation — where every organization faces cyberwarfare with confidence, not fear. To reach out to me directly, write me an email to shakti@psy9.in