Asela
Waidyalankara
Asela Waidyalankara is a cyber security expert based in Sri Lanka with more than a decade of experience in progressive technology, digital strategy, and policy.
Asela has been recognized for his expertise and contributions to the field of cyber security. He has received several awards for his outstanding performance and achievements. He has also published articles on various topics related to cyber security, data privacy, digital transformation, and IT policy.
His recent articles include publications in EU Cyber Direct, which is an EU Cyber Diplomacy Initiative that supports the European Union's cyber diplomacy and international digital engagements. The initiative is affiliated with the European Union Institute of Security Studies. The author's article is the first time a Sri Lankan has been featured in this global publication.
Asela Waidyalankara is a passionate speaker and coach on cyber security. Asela has a unique approach to delivering cyber security awareness that is both understandable and memorable. He is able to relate the topic of cyber security awareness to both senior managerial audiences as well as grade school children in Sri Lanka and in particular to those without any IT backgrounds.
He has delivered keynote speeches and workshops at various global events and forums, where he shared his knowledge and experience with audiences from different backgrounds and sectors. He was the first Sri Lankan to participate in the global panel discussion on Cybersecurity organized by the Global Network of Director Institutes (GNDI). Other participants included the Cybersecurity head of the World Economic Forum (WEF) and the former Cybersecurity Director for US President Obama.
He has also appeared on several media platforms including print, radio, online and television, to share insights on current issues and trends in cyber security and has mentored and trained many aspiring cyber security professionals through his courses and programs. Asela serves as the Course Director for The Bandaranaike Academy for Leadership and Public Policy institute’s Cyber Security Policy Course.
Asela is very committed to raising awareness and educating people about the importance of data privacy and cyber security in today's digital world. His core mission, aligning with Cybersafe, is bringing cyber security to the masses.
