Extra-Curricular Activities | Durgesh Waingankar

Assistant Trainer & Blue Team

(NCIIPC, NTRO, RRU, NISM)

Served as Assistant Trainer for the Client-Side Hardening module and Blue Team Assistant during Live Fire Exercise at NISM, Mumbai.
Contributed to one of India's largest cyber defense simulations, organized by NCIIPC (NTRO) with Rashtriya Raksha University.
Worked hands-on in critical infrastructure defense scenarios and collaborative cyber ops across four major cities.
Proudly represented RRU and contributed to strengthening India's cyber resilience.

Trainer & Facilitator

(Ministry of Home Affairs, India)

Conducted hands-on CTF training for 30 police officers as part of a six-month national program under the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Delivered practical offensive and defensive cybersecurity challenges in a simulated warfare environment.
Collaborated with Team Members to provide real-world skills in cyber investigations and threat mitigation.
Helped prepare law enforcement personnel for modern cyber threats and digital investigations.

Volunteer & Team Member

(MBVV Cyber Police Station)

Volunteered and actively contributed as a team member at the MBVV Cyber Reel Competition 2024, organized by MBVV Cyber Police Station.
Supported event operations and worked alongside officers to ensure the success of the cyber awareness initiative.
Assisted in developing competition challenges that tested participants' cybersecurity knowledge and skills.
Helped evaluate participant submissions and provided feedback to enhance learning outcomes.

Extra-Curricular & Professional Activities