FORGING THE FUTURE
OF DIGITAL SECURITY
Discover the visionary team and proven methodology behind Sri Lanka's premier cybersecurity training academy, where expertise meets innovation to create tomorrow's digital defenders.
Our Story
From a vision to transform cybersecurity education in Sri Lanka to becoming the nation's leading digital security training institution.
Genesis of Excellence
CyberGuard Academy emerged in February 2022 from a critical observation: Sri Lanka's digital transformation was accelerating faster than its cybersecurity expertise could match. Banking systems, telecommunications infrastructure, and government services were expanding their digital footprint, yet qualified security professionals remained scarce.
Our founders, veteran cybersecurity professionals with international experience spanning financial services, telecommunications, and government sectors, recognized the urgent need for specialized training that bridged theoretical knowledge with practical, real-world applications.
What began as informal training sessions for banking sector employees has evolved into Sri Lanka's most comprehensive cybersecurity education ecosystem, producing certified professionals who now protect critical infrastructure across the island nation.
Mission
Cultivate elite cybersecurity professionals who possess both technical mastery and strategic thinking capabilities to protect Sri Lanka's digital infrastructure.
Vision
Establish Sri Lanka as South Asia's cybersecurity training hub, recognized globally for producing world-class digital security professionals.
Values
Excellence through integrity, innovation through collaboration, and security through knowledge sharing across professional communities.
Our Methodology
Evidence-based training approaches combining theoretical foundations with practical application, ensuring students develop both technical skills and strategic thinking capabilities.
Evidence-Based Learning Framework
Our curriculum development follows rigorous academic standards combined with industry best practices. Every module is designed based on current threat intelligence, emerging attack vectors, and defensive strategies validated by security research institutions.
We continuously analyze job market requirements, skills gaps in the cybersecurity workforce, and feedback from hiring managers to ensure our graduates possess immediately applicable capabilities that match industry demands.
Threat-Informed Training
Scenarios based on actual attack patterns documented in Sri Lankan organizations over the past 18 months.
Competency-Based Assessment
Students advance based on demonstrated skills rather than time spent, ensuring mastery before progression.
Continuous Improvement
Monthly curriculum updates incorporating latest threat intelligence and industry feedback from our graduates.
Professional Standards Compliance
All training programs align with international cybersecurity frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, and industry-specific compliance requirements relevant to Sri Lankan financial and telecommunications sectors.
Certification Pathways
- • CompTIA Security+
- • CompTIA Network+
- • (ISC)² Systems Security
- • CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
- • CompTIA CySA+
- • GCIH (GIAC Certified)
Quality Assurance Metrics
Transforming Careers, Securing Nations
Measuring success through the career advancement of our graduates and their contributions to Sri Lanka's cybersecurity resilience.
Industry Impact Metrics
Our graduates have directly contributed to strengthening cybersecurity postures across critical sectors, with measurable improvements in threat detection, incident response times, and security awareness across their organizations.
Success Outcomes
Beyond immediate job placement, we track long-term career progression, leadership development, and the broader impact our graduates have on Sri Lanka's cybersecurity ecosystem.
Recent Achievement Highlights
Expert Leadership Team
Meet the cybersecurity veterans and education innovators who guide CyberGuard Academy's mission to develop Sri Lanka's next generation of digital security professionals.
Dilshan Rajakaruna
Chief Security Architect
15+ years in financial sector cybersecurity. Former head of security operations for major Sri Lankan banking group. Specialized in threat intelligence and incident response frameworks.
Tharanga Wickramasinghe
Director of Education
PhD in Cybersecurity Education, 12 years developing technical curricula. Former telecommunications security consultant. Expert in competency-based learning methodologies.
Lakmal Bandara
Senior Penetration Testing Instructor
Certified Ethical Hacker with 10 years in offensive security. Led penetration testing teams for government agencies. Expertise in advanced persistent threat simulation.
Nishani Perera
SOC Operations Lead
8 years managing security operations centers. Former cyber defense analyst for critical infrastructure protection. Specialized in SIEM platforms and digital forensics.
Our leadership team combines over 50 years of cybersecurity experience across financial services, telecommunications, government, and education sectors. Each instructor maintains active security clearances and continues professional development through continuous threat research and industry participation.
Quality Standards & Safety Protocols
Comprehensive quality assurance frameworks ensuring consistently excellent training delivery while maintaining the highest safety and ethical standards in cybersecurity education.
Educational Excellence Framework
Every aspect of our training delivery follows internationally recognized educational quality standards, from instructor qualifications to student assessment methodologies and learning outcome measurements.
Instructor Certification Requirements
- • Minimum 5 years active cybersecurity experience
- • Current industry certifications (CISSP, CEH, GCIH)
- • Pedagogical training in adult learning principles
- • Quarterly professional development participation
Curriculum Quality Assurance
- • Monthly content reviews with industry experts
- • Student feedback integration every 6 weeks
- • Threat landscape updates within 72 hours
- • Annual external curriculum audits
Student Progress Monitoring
- • Competency-based advancement tracking
- • Weekly one-on-one progress consultations
- • Predictive analytics for learning difficulties
- • Personalized remediation support plans
Safety & Ethical Protocols
Given the sensitive nature of cybersecurity training, we maintain strict safety protocols to ensure all learning activities remain ethical, legal, and pose zero risk to production systems or personal data.
Isolated Training Environment
- • Air-gapped lab networks
- • No internet connectivity
- • Contained virtual environments
- • Synthetic data only
- • No real PII usage
- • Encrypted storage systems
Ethical Guidelines Compliance
- • Signed ethical hacking agreements by all students
- • Regular ethics training and reinforcement sessions
- • Clear boundaries on acceptable testing targets
- • Immediate disciplinary action for policy violations
Compliance Certifications
Expertise That Defines Excellence
CyberGuard Academy represents the convergence of deep technical expertise, pedagogical innovation, and unwavering commitment to cybersecurity excellence. Our unique position as Sri Lanka's premier cybersecurity training institution stems from a fundamental understanding that effective security education requires both theoretical depth and practical application.
We have cultivated partnerships with leading financial institutions, telecommunications providers, and government agencies across Sri Lanka, ensuring our curriculum reflects real-world challenges and emerging threat vectors. This industry alignment guarantees that our graduates possess immediately applicable skills that match current market demands.
Our commitment extends beyond individual skill development to building a robust cybersecurity ecosystem throughout Sri Lanka. Through continuous innovation in training methodologies, strategic industry partnerships, and unwavering focus on ethical security practices, we are establishing new standards for cybersecurity education excellence in South Asia.
Core Values in Action
Integrity
Maintaining highest ethical standards in all aspects of cybersecurity education and professional practice.
Excellence
Pursuing continuous improvement in training delivery, student outcomes, and industry impact.
Collaboration
Building strong partnerships with industry, academia, and government to strengthen national cybersecurity capabilities.
Join the Elite Guard
Become part of Sri Lanka's cybersecurity transformation. Train under industry veterans, master cutting-edge technologies, and join the elite network of professionals protecting our digital future.