Information Security – An Emerging Field in Computer Sciences
Dr. Fateh ud Din Mehmood, CEO LUNESYS visited GIFT
University on Tuesday 15th December 2009. The
purpose of his visit was to conduct a Seminar about the
Emerging Needs of Information Security and the
resulting career opportunities generated in this field.
Upon arrival at GFIT University, Dr. Fateh had an
introductory meeting with the rector Dr. Mohammad
Iqbal Tahir. In this meeting they discuss the various
threats and developments taking place in the area of
information security.
The students extended a warm welcome to Dr. Fateh as
he entered the seminar hall. Dr. Arif Bhatti, Head of CS
Department, introduced and welcomed Dr. Fateh to the
stage.
The seminar was designed for Computer Science
students who are in search of their dream career fields.
The session facilitated the participants to understand:
Fundamentals of Information Security
What is Ethical Hacking?
Significant National and International Events
Information Security Role in Current Arena
The students asked interesting questions during Q&A
session and were answered by the speaker elaborating
the information security concerns in detail. Mr. Fateh
invited the students to have ongoing communication with
him through phone and email to learn more about the
field of information security.
At the end Dr. Iqbal Tahir extended a note of thanks to
Mr. Fateh and presented him the GIFT Souvenir. The
seminar lasted for about 1.5 hours and it had a healthy
attendance; majority being the Computer Science
students.
GIFT University regularly organizes lectures and
seminars from renowned academicians and prominent
businessmen to promote knowledge and develop
linkages between the Industry and Academia. We
welcome all the students and alumni to participate in the
up coming seminars and make the most out of them.
