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About Dr. Rakshit Tandon

For Dr. Rakshit Tandon, cybersecurity has always been about more than technology.

It is about people: their safety, their privacy, their confidence and their ability to navigate an increasingly connected world responsibly.

Over the course of more than two decades, Dr. Tandon has built a career spanning cybersecurity, cybercrime investigation, digital forensics, law-enforcement training, cyber awareness and cybersecurity education.

His work brings together technical knowledge and real-world experience, allowing him to engage with audiences ranging from school students and parents to corporate professionals, investigators, police officers, defence personnel and government institutions.

His approach is simple: cybersecurity must be understandable, practical and relevant to the people who use technology every day.

From helping children understand online risks to training investigators in cybercrime investigation and intelligence, his work has focused on building a safer and more resilient digital ecosystem.

Today, his work increasingly focuses on the evolving intersection of Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Forensics, Cybercrime Investigation, Threat Intelligence and Cyber Awareness.

UPDATED PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Professional profile.

Consultant, Cyber Crime Headquarters, Uttar Pradesh Police
Founder, RTCyberAcademy.com
Consultant, CID Haryana Police (2022 to 2024)
Advisor, State Police Cyber Crime Cells
Visiting Faculty, Cyber Crime Investigations, BPR&D and State Police Academies
Non-European Expert, European Commission
Training Consultant, United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
Mentor and Chief Coordinator, Gurugram Police Cyber Security Summer Internship Programme, since 2013
Eminent Faculty, CBI Academy, NIA, Internal Security Academy and judicial academies
Director of Training, Future Crime Research Foundation
Consultant, Internet and Mobile Association of India (2008 to 2024)
Honorary Member / Fellowship, Indian Police Foundation
Professor of Practice, Lovely Professional University, Punjab

THE MISSION

Pioneering India’s journey towards a cyber-safe nation.

Cybersecurity is an issue of public safety, national security, child protection, law enforcement and responsible citizenship. For more than two decades, Dr. Rakshit Tandon has worked at the intersection of technology, policing, education, judiciary and citizen awareness.

His work connects classrooms and rural communities with police academies, national institutions and international organisations. The purpose remains consistent: take cyber safety to the people who need it most.

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Education & Professional Qualifications

Dr. Rakshit Tandon's professional foundation combines academic education, specialist certifications and extensive practical experience in cybersecurity.

A meritorious alumnus of St. Peter’s College, Agra, he completed his master’s degree in computer science in Delhi.

His professional qualifications include:

Certified Ethical Hacker: EC-Council
Microsoft Certified Professional
Certified Computer Forensics Expert: Brainbench, USA

Over more than two decades in the field, his experience has developed across cybersecurity awareness, cybercrime investigation, digital forensics, law-enforcement training, cyber education and public outreach.

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From Cyber Awareness to Cybersecurity Capacity Building

Dr. Tandon's work has evolved alongside the digital threat landscape.

His early work focused strongly on helping children, parents, educators and communities understand online risks and responsible internet use.

Over time, this work expanded into specialised areas including:

Cybercrime investigation
Digital and mobile forensics
Dark web investigations
Cyber intelligence
Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)
Threat intelligence
Cybercrime prevention
Cybersecurity awareness
Child online protection
Cybersecurity education
Artificial Intelligence and cybersecurity
Cyber law and digital evidence
Law-enforcement capacity building

This combination of awareness, investigation and training remains central to his professional work.

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Current Professional Roles

Founder & Director: RT Cyber Academy

Dr. Rakshit Tandon is the Founder and Director of RT Cyber Academy, a cybersecurity education and awareness platform focused on developing practical cybersecurity capabilities.

The academy works across multiple segments, including:

Students and universities
Cybersecurity professionals
Corporate organisations
Schools and educators
Law-enforcement agencies
Intelligence and investigation teams

Its programmes cover areas including cybersecurity, ethical hacking, digital forensics, AI awareness, cybercrime response and practical cybersecurity skills.

The objective is to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and the real-world skills required to respond to modern digital threats.

Director: Training: Future Crime Research Foundation

Dr. Tandon serves as Director: Training at the Future Crime Research Foundation (FCRF), contributing to cybersecurity education, capacity building, cybercrime prevention and law-enforcement training.

Through FCRF, his work extends into the development of practical capabilities for professionals working in cybersecurity, cybercrime investigation and digital resilience.

He has also been associated with the FutureCrime Summit, bringing together experts working across cybersecurity, cybercrime, digital forensics, AI and national security.

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Gurugram Police Cyber Security Summer Internship

One of Dr. Tandon's continuing initiatives is his association with the Gurugram Police Cyber Security Summer Internship (GPCSSI).

His involvement with the programme dates back to 2013.

The programme has developed into a major youth-focused cybersecurity initiative, bringing together students and emerging professionals to gain exposure to cybersecurity, cybercrime investigation, digital forensics, cyber law and practical security challenges.

GPCSSI 2026

The 13th edition of GPCSSI was conducted in June 2026 in collaboration with Gurugram Police and DAV Public School, Sector 49, Gurugram.

Dr. Tandon served as a mentor and played an active role in guiding participants through the programme.

The 2026 edition brought together Cyber Warriors and Cyber Ambassadors and included exposure to areas such as:

Digital Forensics
Cybercrime Investigation
OSINT
Threat Intelligence
Cyber Law
Artificial Intelligence in Cybersecurity
Governance, Risk & Compliance
Malware and emerging cyber threats

The programme concluded with participants presenting projects addressing real-world cybersecurity challenges.

Recognition at the Gurgaon Police Summer Internship Programme 2014

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Training Law Enforcement & Investigation Teams

A major part of Dr. Tandon's professional work is focused on strengthening the cybersecurity capabilities of law-enforcement personnel.

His training and faculty engagements have included police academies, investigative institutions, government organisations, defence establishments and security agencies.

Areas covered through his professional engagements include:

Cybercrime Investigation
Cyber Intelligence
Digital Forensics
Mobile Forensics
OSINT
Dark Web Investigation
Cryptocurrency and Crypto Crime
Telecom and CDR Analysis
Threat Intelligence
Cyber-enabled Crimes
Digital Evidence
Cyber Law
Incident Response

His training engagements have included institutions such as:

National Investigation Agency (NIA)
Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Academy
North Eastern Police Academy (NEPA)
Rajasthan Police Academy
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Police Academy
Central Detective Training Institutes
Madhya Pradesh Police Academy
Goa Police
Surat Police
Nagpur Police
National Security Guard (NSG)
CRPF
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)

Rakshit Tandon addressing an auditorium of police personnel

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Odisha Police Cybercrime & Cyber Intelligence Training

In May 2025, Dr. Tandon led a specialised four-day training programme for 200+ Odisha Police officers at Police Bhawan, Bhubaneswar.

The programme focused on strengthening capabilities in:

Social Media Intelligence
Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)
Crypto Crime Tracing
Telecom Log and CDR Analysis
Dark Web Investigations
Cyber Intelligence

The programme was inaugurated by the Director General of Police, Odisha, and concluded with certificates being awarded to participating officers.

The initiative reflected an important part of Dr. Tandon's continuing work: helping law-enforcement agencies move from awareness towards practical cyber investigation and intelligence capabilities.

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Cybersecurity Education & Youth Development

Dr. Tandon has spent much of his career working with young people and educators.

His earlier outreach records documented engagement with more than 45.50 lakh children through schools and colleges.

His public-awareness work has included programmes for:

Students
Teachers
Parents
School leaders
College students
Young cybersecurity professionals

His sessions focus on making cybersecurity understandable through practical examples and real-world scenarios.

Topics include:

Cybercrime awareness
Online fraud
Social media safety
Cyberbullying
Privacy
Digital footprints
Child online protection
Responsible internet use
Phishing
Identity theft
Safe digital behaviour

His ability to communicate complex subjects in simple language has remained a defining feature of his public-awareness work.

Rakshit Tandon interacting with students during an awareness session

Rakshit Tandon with students and educators at a school awareness session

Participants at an educational awareness session

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Cyber Safety for Communities

Cybercrime is no longer limited to large cities or technology professionals.

Recognising this changing landscape, Dr. Tandon has also taken cybersecurity awareness into communities where people may have limited access to formal cyber education.

In 2026, he led a cyber-awareness programme in Kathwara village, Lucknow, where residents participated in a community-focused cyber safety initiative.

The programme addressed common threats including:

Digital arrest scams
Fake police and bank calls
OTP and PIN theft
Online investment fraud
Mule accounts
Reporting cybercrime through the 1930 helpline

The initiative reflected a broader belief that cyber safety must reach beyond classrooms and corporate environments and become part of everyday digital citizenship.

Rakshit Tandon engaging with students during a learning session

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Cybersecurity in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

The cybersecurity landscape is changing rapidly with the rise of Artificial Intelligence.

Dr. Tandon's recent work increasingly addresses the security implications of AI and emerging technologies.

His areas of interest include:

AI-driven cyber threats
Deepfakes
Voice cloning
Synthetic media
AI-enabled malware
AI security
AI governance
Threat intelligence
Digital forensics
Quantum-safe security

His approach emphasises security by design: building security considerations into systems, organisations and digital products rather than treating cybersecurity as an afterthought.

As AI becomes more deeply integrated into everyday life, his work focuses on helping organisations, investigators, government agencies and individuals understand both the opportunities and risks created by the technology.

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Defence, Government & Institutional Engagements

Dr. Tandon has delivered cybersecurity talks and training programmes across defence, government and professional institutions.

His recorded engagements include work with:

Indian Army

Western Army Command, Chandimandir
Delhi Cantonment
Chandigarh
Jalandhar
Ludhiana
Meerut
Ambala
Ferozepur
Amritsar
Agra

Indian Air Force

Bamrauli Air Force Station
Hindan Air Force Station
Agra Air Force Station
Tambaram Air Force Station
Sarsawa Air Force Station
Tughlakabad Air Force Station

Government & Professional Institutions

National Institute for Smart Government (NISG)
CPWD Academy
National Institute of Financial Management
Indian Institute of Public Administration
Bureau of Police Research and Development
National Investigation Agency
Central Bureau of Investigation

These engagements reflect his continuing contribution to cybersecurity education and capacity building across government, defence and law-enforcement ecosystems.

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Public Awareness & Cyber Safety Campaigns

Dr. Tandon has worked with industry associations, technology companies, police departments, educational institutions and NGOs to promote responsible digital behaviour.

His earlier campaigns and initiatives have included collaborations with:

Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI)
NIXI
Opera
Facebook
Intel India
FICCI FLO
EDUCOMP
Telenor WebWise
AIWEFA
Police departments and educational institutions

These programmes have addressed online safety, child protection, cybercrime prevention, digital responsibility and safe internet use.

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Public Speaking & Thought Leadership

Dr. Tandon has spoken at educational institutions, conferences, government programmes and public forums across India.

His speaking engagements have included:

TEDx platforms
Talks at Google
Police academies
Government training institutions
Universities and colleges
Cybersecurity conferences
Law-enforcement programmes
Corporate and professional forums

His talks focus on making cybersecurity relevant to the audience: whether the audience consists of students learning how to stay safe online or investigators dealing with sophisticated cybercrime.

Rakshit Tandon speaking at a Digital Security Summit

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Areas of Expertise

Cybersecurity & Digital Safety

Cybersecurity Awareness
Cyber Hygiene
Online Safety
Child Online Protection
Digital Citizenship
Cybercrime Prevention
Digital Privacy

Cybercrime Investigation

Cybercrime Investigation
Digital Forensics
Mobile Forensics
Dark Web Investigations
Cyber Intelligence
OSINT
Threat Intelligence
Crypto Crime Investigation
Digital Evidence

Emerging Technologies

Artificial Intelligence & Cybersecurity
AI Security
Deepfakes & Synthetic Media
Threat Intelligence
Quantum-Safe Security
Emerging Cyber Threats

Law Enforcement Training

Cybercrime Investigation Training
Digital Forensics
Cyber Intelligence
Cyber Law
Investigation Methodologies
Incident Response
Digital Evidence

EDUCATION

From classrooms to communities.

The supplied profile records outreach to more than 80 lakh youngsters. School programmes cover cyber hygiene, online safety, social-media risks, cyberbullying, gaming, identity theft, phishing, financial fraud, digital footprints and child online protection.

Cyber hygiene
Online safety
Social-media risks
Cyberbullying
Online gaming
Identity theft
Phishing and financial fraud
Digital footprints
Child online protection
Responsible use of technology

RURAL OUTREACH

Cyber Panchayat.

Jointly conducted by Psy-Naree Welfare Foundation and RT Cyber Academy, Cyber Panchayat takes digital-safety education to rural and semi-urban communities. The fifth edition was held at Career Global School, Bakshi Ka Talab, Lucknow.

Phishing links
Fake calls and messages
OTP and UPI fraud
Social-media account hacking
Identity theft
Cyberbullying
Online gaming risks
Digital-arrest scams
Protection of personal information, photographs and location data

The supplied material identifies coverage in The Pioneer, Hindustan Times, Swatantra Chetna and The Times of India.

INVESTIGATION & JUSTICE

Across the complete justice ecosystem.

Training in cybercrime investigation, cyber forensics, digital footprints and investigation methodologies complements work with judicial academies in Gujarat, Delhi, Uttarakhand and Bihar.

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GLOBAL COOPERATION

An international dimension.

Dr. Tandon served as a Non-European Expert with the European Commission on Safer Internet in 2010. His UNODC consultancy includes training officers from Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Maldives, India, Nepal and Bangladesh on cyber-enabled drug trafficking.

The supplied profile records appreciation from the United Nations Department of Safety and Security, the European Commission and the European Union Delegation to India.

AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

Recognition for the journey.

Honorary Doctorate in Cyber Security
Haryana Garima Award
Cyber Mentor Excellence Award
Golden Achiever’s Award
Karmaveer Puraskaar Jyoti Award
Gurugram Achievers Award
SKOCH Governance Gold Award
Global CyberCrime Helpline Award
Rex Karmaveer Gold Chakra & Global Fellowship
Cyber Guru of the Year
UN Karmaveer Chakra Award
UN Maharatana Award
Top 20 Cyber Security Influencers on LinkedIn
Top 100 Cyber Security Titans

A CONTINUING MISSION

One digitally empowered citizen at a time.

From rural classrooms to national police academies, judicial education, armed forces and international forums, his contribution is distinguished by its continuity and breadth. Every person trained becomes another potential cyber-safety ambassador.

Schools Colleges & Universities Corporates & PSUs Armed Forces Law Enforcement Government Agencies Judicial Academies NGOs & Community Outreach

The Journey So Far.