As part of the #Infoseconwheels – Gratitude Tour, CyberFrat recently hosted an exclusive coffee meet in the vibrant city of Indore. Known for its rapid industrial and technological growth, Indore is gradually making strides in the cybersecurity domain. The meet brought together prominent professionals from diverse backgrounds who shared their insights on the city’s evolving IT and cybersecurity landscape.
With a mission to build a secure and cyber-aware community, we engaged in meaningful conversations with these enthusiasts over an aromatic coffee. Their thoughts reflect the city’s potential, challenges, and opportunities in the cybersecurity space. Here’s what they had to say:
1. Bargav Naidu: Cyber Security Analyst, Junosys Networks Pvt. Ltd.
Specializes in incident response, log analysis, and SIEM optimization, with a proven track record of mitigating threats and enhancing organizational defense against evolving cyber risks. Passionate about strengthening security frameworks and staying ahead of emerging attack vectors. “Indore’s cybersecurity market is still maturing. While startups and companies are flourishing, awareness about robust security measures is lacking. This gap presents an opportunity for professionals and training programs to make a significant impact. Indore has the talent and resources to lead cybersecurity innovation in the future.”
2. Virendra Kothari: Founder & CEO, Jain Cyber Solutions
An industrial cybersecurity expert specializing in safeguarding IT and OT environments across critical sectors, with proven success in achieving operational excellence and reliability targets in transportation and energy industries. “Indore is a growing market for cybersecurity, but organizations need vigilant and proactive cyber solutions to combat emerging threats. My vision is to build a collaborative community, encouraging knowledge exchange and addressing critical infrastructure security challenges.”
3. Raj Pagariya: Lawyer (Specializing in Cyber Crime & Cyber Law) & Partner, The Cyber Blog India
Leading over 16,200 cybercrime cases and advising on data protection, AI, and blockchain, he is a cyber law expert passionate about cybersecurity awareness and online safety. “Indore is witnessing a shift from traditional family businesses to a new-age startup culture. With this change, there is a positive approach toward cyber compliance, security audits, and a secure digital culture. Indore has the potential to be a strong market for cybersecurity and compliance solutions.”
4. Digvijay Singh: Cybersecurity Expert
With 13+ years of experience, specializes in application security, secure architecture, and cloud solutions, delivering enterprise-grade defenses while aligning with PCI-DSS and GDPR compliance standards. Digvijay brings a decade of experience in securing FinTech operations and belongs to Indore.“Indore is growing rapidly, but gaps remain in adopting cybersecurity practices. Risk, compliance, and traditional businesses must prioritize cybersecurity to avoid fraud and scams. There is also a need for learning platforms to educate professionals and organizations about cyber threats.”
5. Archit Mahajan: Manager, Information Security.
With 10 years of experience, specializes in managing information security programs, risk governance, and data privacy, aligning with standards like ISO 27001, SOC2, GDPR, HITRUST, and ISO 13485. “Indore will soon emerge as an important cybersecurity hub, thanks to its strategic location, flourishing IT ecosystem, and growing talent pool. As companies explore Tier-2 cities for expansion, Indore is perfectly positioned to support this shift.”
6. Jayesh Paithankar: Software Developer (Mobile Application Development)
Dynamic professional with a Bachelor’s in Computer Science & Engineering, skilled in mobile app development, cybersecurity, and project management. Proficient in Dart, Flutter, Java, and Android Studio, with a strong ability to lead teams and stay ahead of industry trends. Jayesh specializes in developing mobile applications with expertise in Flutter and Kotlin. He is passionate about creating efficient and user-friendly apps that offer seamless experiences. “In Indore, the cybersecurity community is currently in its growth phase. However, with increasing awareness and interest, the city has immense potential to thrive and become a robust cybersecurity hub. After interacting with the CyberFrat team, I feel inspired to contribute to a vibrant and collaborative community, promoting knowledge sharing and skill development.”
Conclusion
The coffee meet in Indore reaffirmed our mission of building and nurturing cybersecurity communities across the country and beyond. The conversations reflected a shared belief: Indore has immense potential to become a cyber-aware, secure, and smart city. From addressing gaps in awareness to fostering collaboration, we are collectively on a journey to empower individuals, organizations, and communities.
At CyberFrat, we are committed to leading this battle against cyber threats by uniting professionals, innovators, and learners who envision a cyber-resilient future for their cities. If you have perspectives to share or wish to collaborate with us in building this community, reach out to our marketing team at [email protected] or contact us at 8655481032. Together, let’s secure the future!
Editor & Content Writer: Bhairavi Joshi, Head of Marketing, CyberFrat.
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