Date: 23rd July, 2026
Mode: Offline
Venue: Computer Laboratory – I, Block-III
Duration: (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Convenor
Dr. N.V.S. Sree Rathna Lakshmi,
Professor & HOD/ECE,
SRMIST, Ramapuram.
Faculty Coordinators
Dr.P.Ramani, AP/ECE
Dr.V.Reji, AP/ECE
Dr. K. Srisabarimani, AP/ECE
Dr.R.Shankari, AP/ECE
Objective:
The objective of the Alumni Talk Series was to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM) and its significant role in protecting digital identities in today’s cybersecurity landscape. The session aimed to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry practices by introducing students to modern authentication mechanisms, identity governance, privileged access management, and access control strategies. The programme also created awareness about emerging career opportunities in cybersecurity and emphasized the importance of developing technical skills, certifications, and continuous learning to meet industry expectations.
Expert / Speaker Details
Ms. Preetha. M
Senior Security Consultant, Ernst & Young (EY)
Brief About Speaker:
Ms. Preetha M is an alumna of the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram, belonging to the 2010–2014 Batch. She is currently working as a Senior Security Consultant (Cybersecurity – Identity and Access Management) at Ernst & Young (EY), Chennai.
She possesses extensive experience in Identity and Access Management (IAM), enterprise security solutions, user identity governance, authentication systems, access management, and cybersecurity best practices. During the session, she shared valuable industrial insights, practical implementation strategies, and current trends in IAM technologies, helping students understand the importance of securing digital identities in modern organizations.
Summary of the Event:
The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, in association with the Department of Alumni Affairs, organized an Alumni Talk Series on “Securing Digital Identities: The Power of IAM in Cybersecurity” on 23rd July 2026 at Computer Laboratory – 1. The session was delivered by Ms. Preetha M, an alumna of the 2010–2014 batch and currently serving as a Senior Security Consultant (Cybersecurity – IAM) at Ernst & Young, Chennai.
The programme commenced with a warm welcome to the resource person by the faculty members. The speaker introduced the fundamentals of Identity and Access Management (IAM) and explained its importance in protecting organizational resources against unauthorized access and cyber threats. She discussed authentication mechanisms, authorization techniques, multi-factor authentication (MFA), identity governance, privileged access management, role-based access control, and zero-trust security principles adopted in modern enterprises.
The speaker further highlighted real-world cybersecurity challenges encountered in industries and explained how IAM solutions help organizations strengthen security, ensure regulatory compliance, and safeguard sensitive information. Students were introduced to various IAM tools, industry standards, and practical implementation scenarios followed in leading organizations.
A major focus of the session was on career opportunities in cybersecurity. The resource person explained the technical skills, programming knowledge, cybersecurity fundamentals, and globally recognized certifications required to build a successful career in Identity and Access Management. She encouraged students to strengthen their fundamentals, continuously upgrade their technical knowledge, and actively participate in internships, certification programmes, and hands-on projects to enhance employability.
The session concluded with an interactive question-and-answer session, where students actively interacted with the speaker and clarified their doubts regarding cybersecurity careers, placement preparation, industry expectations, and future technological advancements. The alumni interaction served as an excellent platform for students to connect with industry professionals and gain valuable career guidance.
Overall, the Alumni Talk Series successfully enhanced students’ understanding of digital identity security, Identity and Access Management concepts, and career prospects in the rapidly evolving field of cybersecurity.
Outcome of the Event:
Participants gained a clear understanding of digital identities and their importance in cybersecurity. Participants learned the fundamentals of Identity and Access Management (IAM) and its key components and developed practical knowledge to implement secure identity and access management practices in real-world environments.
