Source: NIE
Context: The Defence Cyber Agency has launched ‘Cyber Suraksha’, a national-level cyber security exercise, aimed at enhancing India’s cyber defence readiness.
About Cyber Suraksha:
- What It Is?
- ‘Cyber Suraksha’ is a multi-phased cybersecurity drill simulating real-world cyber threats in a high-paced, gamified environment for national-level stakeholders.
- Launched By: Organised by the Defence Cyber Agency (DCyA).
- Objectives:
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- Boost cyber resilience at the national security level.
- Train personnel to effectively respond to advanced cyberattacks.
- Foster a security-first culture in defence institutions.
- Key Features:
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- Includes targeted training, evaluation modules, and leadership capsules.
- Hosts a Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) Conclave for policy and strategic alignment.
- Integrates Table-Top Exercises to simulate crisis decision-making.
- Blends structured learning with hands-on scenarios to boost readiness.
About Defence Cyber Agency (DCyA):
- What It Is?
- DCyA is an integrated tri-service organisation under India’s Ministry of Defence, managing military cybersecurity operations and cyber warfare strategies.
- Established In: Operational since November 2019.
- Aim:
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- To safeguard Indian defence networks and digital infrastructure from cyber threats.
- Enhance joint cyber capabilities across Army, Navy, and Air Force.
- Functions:
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- Acts as a central agency for cyber operations and emergency response (CERTs).
- Coordinates cyber intelligence, incident response, and strategic cyber defence.
- Supports training, audits, and threat assessments across military units.
- Reports to Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) via Integrated Defence Staff (IDS).
