Talks

Talks and webinars

  1. Cyberstorm Challenge Inaugural Talk (2023)
    Presented the inaugural address at the official launch of the “CYBER STORM CHALLENGE” by AUCSC, serving as a qualifier for the “Pakistan Cyber Security Challenge (PCC) 2023” team selection..

  2. Lecture addressing the significance of “Cyber Security Necessity” (2023)
    In a riveting session for BS Data Sciences, I explored the essentials of cybersecurity, defining its importance and the need for robust defenses. We delved into practical benefits, navigated potential pitfalls, and strategized on fortifying our online presence. Together, we charted a course on cyber resilience, empowering students as guardians of the digital frontier..

Chairing sessions

  1. Jury Member for Cyberstorm Challenge (2023) Contributed as a jury member in AUCSC's Cyberstorm Challenge, assessing teams' Red and Blue Teaming solutions. Evaluated their performance to select participants for the Pakistan Cyber Security Challenge (PCC) 2023

Trainings

  1. NACTA OSINT Training - Phase 1 (2023) Led a one-week OSINT training program for newly inducted analysts at the IB Academy in Islamabad, Pakistan, on behalf of NACTA

  2. Trainer, Digital Pakistan Cybersecurity Hackathon - 2023 (2023) Contributed as a trainer in Ignite’s Cybersecurity Hackathon, providing hands-on training to participants. The event aimed to foster cyber resilience in Pakistan by addressing the shortage of cybersecurity professionals and promoting innovation and preparedness.

  3. OSINT Hands-On Training Workshop for NACTA - Phase 2 (2023) I am currently part of the team conducting the ‘OSINT Hands-On Training Workshop for NACTA.’ My focus is on Social Media Search & Analytics. We explore Social Media Intelligence Collection, including hands-on exercises on platforms like Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube, Snapchat, TikTok, and more. It’s an engaging session aimed at enhancing OSINT skills in Social Media Intelligence.

Conference presentations

  1. Security and Privacy Challenges of Big Data, Solutions and Recommendations
    Azhar Ghafoor, Saad Rasool, Muhammad Sheraz Mazhar, Bilal Qadeer, and Muhammad Ahmad Nawaz, First International Conference on Recent Advances on Computing AI and Data Science, Riphah International University, Islamabad, Pakistan (2023).

  2. Analyzing Instant Messaging Applications for Digital Forensics and Criminal Investigations
    Muhammad Ahmad Nawaz, Haider Sajjad, Yasir Hussain, Azhar Ghafoor, and Hameed Ali, First International Conference on Recent Advances on Computing AI and Data Science, Riphah International University, Islamabad, Pakistan (2023).