Web Security Training

For NREN Professionals

Hands-on training on fundamental web and application security issues for National Research and Education Networks professionals across seven least developed Asian countries, building critical cybersecurity capabilities and resilient digital infrastructures.

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Asia Connect
European Union
TEIN Cooperation Center

About Our Program

This project addressed the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity capabilities within the National Research and Education Networks (NRENs) of seven least developed Asian countries. Through a series of three online hands-on workshops, we equipped 96 IT professionals with critical knowledge and skills to identify, mitigate, and manage web and application security threats.

Led by the University of Dhaka, the initiative aimed to build resilient and secure digital infrastructures in academic institutions, while also promoting regional collaboration and gender inclusion in the cybersecurity domain.

Our Mission

To enhance web and application security capacity among NREN professionals in LDC countries through hands-on training, building technical expertise and promoting inclusive participation in cybersecurity.

Training Focus

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15-Day Online Security Training

Comprehensive hands-on training program delivered through three 5-day virtual workshops focusing on OWASP Top 10, TLS, risk frameworks, and security testing for NREN professionals.

96 Professionals • 7 Countries • June 15-30, 2021

Training Impact

96
IT Professionals Trained
7
LDC Countries
3
Workshop Sessions
15
Training Days
31
Female Participants
24/7
LMS Access

Key Activities

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Planning and Workshop Design

Designed comprehensive 15-day training curriculum focused on OWASP Top 10, TLS, risk frameworks, and security testing through expert consultations.

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LMS and Website Development

Developed dedicated LMS platform and public website for content dissemination, training access, and registration management.

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Online Training Sessions

Conducted three 5-day virtual workshops training 96 participants from 7 countries using interactive Zoom and LMS platforms.

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Trainer and Participant Coordination

Engaged experts from academia and industry including international trainers from UK and China, coordinated through NREN focal points.

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Visibility and Engagement

Organized opening/closing ceremonies, media coverage, training kits distribution, and comprehensive feedback surveys for engagement.

Security Topics Covered

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OWASP Top 10

Critical web application vulnerabilities

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TLS Security

Transport Layer Security protocols

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Risk Frameworks

Security risk assessment methodologies

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Security Testing

Vulnerability assessment and penetration testing

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Web Vulnerabilities

Common web application security flaws

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Application Security

Secure coding and application hardening

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Security Controls

Implementation of security measures

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Threat Analysis

Identifying and analyzing security threats

Beneficiary Countries

LDC Focus

Target: Seven Least Developed Asian Countries

Participants: NREN professionals and network engineers

Approach: Online hands-on workshops with gender inclusion

The program specifically targeted professionals from National Research and Education Networks in least developed countries, addressing the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity capabilities in academic and research institutions.

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Bangladesh
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Afghanistan
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Bhutan
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Myanmar
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Nepal
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Sri Lanka
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Vietnam

Gender Inclusion Initiative

Women Empowerment in Cybersecurity

Our program prioritized gender inclusion with dedicated efforts to engage female professionals in cybersecurity training. Despite challenges in some regions, we successfully trained 31 women, including a dedicated women-focused session.

This initiative represents a significant step toward building gender-diverse cybersecurity capacity in the NREN community across least developed countries.

Participation Breakdown

31
Female Participants
65
Male Participants

32% Female Participation

Digital Training Platforms

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Learning Management System

Dedicated LMS platform providing 24/7 access to training content, resources, and interactive learning materials for all participants.

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Public Website

Comprehensive public website for project information, registration management, updates, and resource sharing with the broader community.

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Key Outcomes

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Skilled Workforce Development

Successfully trained 96 IT professionals in core web and application security skills across seven least developed countries.

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Digital Training Infrastructure

Established LMS and digital resources accessible 24/7 for future use and continuous learning by NREN professionals.

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Women Empowerment

Trained 31 women in cybersecurity, including a dedicated women-focused session to promote gender inclusion.

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Collaborative Cybersecurity Culture

Enhanced international cooperation through shared knowledge among 7 NREN regions in cybersecurity practices.

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Reusable Training Platform

Created sustainable infrastructure for future NREN-led training programs and continuous capacity building.

Partner Organizations

Institute of Information Technology

IIT, University of Dhaka - Lead Partner

Patuakhali Science and Technology University

PSTU - Implementation Partner

Bangladesh Research and Education Network

BdREN - Network Partner

TEIN*CC

Trans-Eurasia Information Network Coordination Center

Sustainable Development Goals

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Quality Education

Enhancing technical education and cybersecurity capacity building for IT professionals in least developed countries.

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Gender Equality

Promoting women's participation in cybersecurity through dedicated training sessions and inclusive recruitment strategies.

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Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Building resilient digital infrastructure through enhanced web and application security capabilities in NRENs.

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Partnerships for the Goals

Strengthening international partnerships for cybersecurity capacity building and knowledge sharing across regions.