Dr. Nikunj Tahilramani is a distinguished expert and academic leader with over 13.5 years of rich experience spanning academia, research, and industry. As the Head of the Department of Cyber Security & Digital Forensics at NSIT-IFSCS (affiliated with the prestigious National Forensic Sciences University), he plays a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of professionals.
Holding advanced specializations in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Cyber Security, Digital Forensics, Internet of Things (IoT) Security, and Electronics & Communication Engineering, Dr. Tahilramani is a prolific researcher with more than 35 publications in reputed international journals and conferences.
He is an IEEE Senior Member and a Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) professional by (ISC)², earned in January 2025. In recognition of his expertise, he has been selected as the IEEE STEP Speaker of the Year 2026 for the Gujarat Section in the fields of Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, and IoT.
Dr. Tahilramani is a sought-after speaker and trainer, having delivered over 25 expert talks, seminars, and hands-on workshops at premier and NAAC accrediated institutions such as NIT Jaipur, NFSU Gandhinagar, PDEU Gandhinagar, Gujarat Technological University (GTU), NFSU Gandhinagar, Adani University Ahmedabad,SRK institute of technology (affiliated to JNTU) Vijayawada,Narsaraopeta Engineering College,Guntur Dist., A.P and many other recognized institutions, as well as leading organizations like Cyber Octet Pvt. Ltd. His sessions cover cutting-edge topics including Artificial Intelligence, IoT Security, Ethical Hacking, and Python Programming, blending theoretical depth with practical insights to empower participants in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
With a passion for advanced technology, Dr. Tahilramani is dedicated to bridging th huge gap between advanced technology and real-world security challenges, making him an ideal resource for educating and inspiring diverse audiences.
Engineering
Information Technology
→ Cybersecurity
→ Digital Forensics
Computer Science
→ Artificial Intelligence
→ Machine Learning
→ Data Science
Electrical Engineering
→ Signal Processing
Consulting
→ Scientific and Technical Consulting
→ Digital Strategy Consulting
Research
→ Scientific and Technical Research
Training & Instruction
→ Skills Training
Writing
→ Technical Writing
Dr. Nikunj V. Tahilramani has over a decade of experience in academia, research, and industry, holding leadership roles in cyber security and digital forensics education. His career spans teaching, departmental leadership, data science, patent analysis, AI system development, and extensive professional engagement with IEEE and national-level initiatives.
Institute Name: Institute of Forensic Sciences and Cyber Security (Affiliated to NFSU), NSIT, Ahmedabad
Job Title: Senior Assistant Professor & Head of Department – Cyber Security / Digital Forensics & Information Security
Description: Academic leadership, teaching, research, training, and departmental administration
Duration: July 2025 – Present
Organization Name: Clear Consent DataSec Pvt. Ltd.
Job Title: Senior Data Scientist
Description: Data science and AI-driven security solutions
Duration: April 2025 – July 2025
Institute Name: Adani Institute of Digital Technology Management, Gandhinagar
Job Title: Assistant Professor – Big Data Analytics
Description: Teaching and academic responsibilities in data analytics
Duration: April 2024 – March 2025
Institute Name: National Forensics Sciences University, Gandhinagar
Job Title: Assistant Professor
Description: Teaching and research in cyber security and digital forensics
Duration: August 2023 – April 2024
Company Name: Dolcera IT Services Pvt. Ltd.
Job Title: Patent Analyst
Description: Patent analysis and intellectual property research
Duration: May 2022 – August 2023
Institute Name: Adani Institute of Infrastructure Engineering, Ahmedabad
Job Title: Assistant Professor – ICT Department
Description: Teaching and academic responsibilities
Duration: December 2018 – May 2022
Institute Name: Rashtriya Raksha University, Ahmedabad
Job Title: Assistant Professor – IT & Telecommunication Department
Description: Teaching responsibilities
Duration: July 2018 – November 2018
Institute Name: Silver Oak College of Engineering and Technology, Ahmedabad
Job Title: Head of Department – Electronics & Communication Engineering
Description: Departmental leadership and teaching
Duration: July 2016 – July 2018
Institute Name: Chotubhai Gopalbhai Patel Institute of Technology (CGPIT), Bardoli
Job Title: Assistant Professor – Electronics & Communication Engineering
Description: Teaching and academic responsibilities
Duration: July 2012 – June 2016
Dr. Nikunj V. Tahilramani holds doctoral, postgraduate, and undergraduate qualifications in Electronics and Communication Engineering, with a strong foundation in signal processing, embedded systems, and advanced computing.
Institution Name: UKA Tarsadia University
Degree Title: Ph.D.
Field/Description: Electronics and Communication Engineering
Duration: Completed January 2019
Institution Name: Fr. Conceicao Rodrigues College of Engineering, Mumbai University
Degree Title: M.E.
Field/Description: Electronics
Duration: Completed June 2012
Institution Name: Sarvajanik College of Engineering & Technology, Surat (V.N.S.G.U.)
Degree Title: B.E.
Field/Description: Electronics and Communication Engineering
Duration: Completed June 2009
Dr. Nikunj V. Tahilramani has received professional certifications and recognitions reflecting his expertise in cyber security, IEEE leadership, and technical competence.
Achievements
Title: International Conference on Sustainable Computing and Communication Technologies (ICSCCT-2026)
Role: Special Session Chair
Organized By: University of Malta, Msida Campus
Year: 2026
Title: Data Science Challenge 3.0 – Sampark 2026
Role: Jury Member
Organized By: IEEE Gujarat Section at PDEU Gandhinagar
Year: 2026
Title: ISC2 Cybersecurity Certification
Role: Certified Candidate
Organized By: International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC2)
Year: 2025
Title: AI Samadhan – Student Evaluation Event
Role: Distinguished Judge
Organized By: L J University
Year: 2025
Title: IEEE AISYWLC – Mentor Mentee Meet
Role: Mentor (Technical Projects for Social Impact)
Organized By: IEEE AISYWLC at Nirma University
Year: 2025
Title: International Advanced Computing Conference (10th, 12th & 13th Editions)
Role: Technical Program Committee Member
Organized By: Bennett University, IEEE Computer Society & IEEE India Council
Year: 2023, 2022, 2020
Title: Women in Big Data (WiBD) Chapter
Role: Faculty Coordinator
Organized By: National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), Gandhinagar
Year: Since 2023
Title: IEEE Student Branch, NFSU Gandhinagar
Role: Faculty Coordinator
Organized By: IEEE & National Forensic Sciences University
Year: Since 2023
Title: IET Journals – Electronics Letters
Role: Reviewer
Organized By: Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
Year: 2020
Title: SSIP IP / Patent Projects Screening Committee
Role: Jury Member
Organized By: GTU Innovation Council
Year: 2020, 2020, 2019
Title: Smart India Hackathon
Role: Evaluator
Organized By: MHRD, AICTE & Innovation Cell, Government of India
Year: 2019
Title: INDICON – IEEE India Council Conference
Role: Reviewer
Organized By: IEEE India Council, Rajkot
Year: 2019
Title: GUJCOST Grant for International Conference on Advances in Engineering & Technology (AIET-2017)
Role: Grant Recipient & Organizer
Organized By: Gujarat Council on Science and Technology (GUJCOST)
Year: 2018
Title: National Seminar on Computer Vision and Image Processing (IEEE Event)
Role: Organizing Chair
Organized By: IEEE SPS Gujarat Section & Silver Oak College of Engineering & Technology
Year: 2017
Title: NavIC and GAGAN Applications & Technologies (One-Day Workshop)
Role: Coordinator
Organized By: SAC-ISRO, IETE Ahmedabad & Silver Oak College of Engineering & Technology
Year: 2017
Title: GUJCOST Grant for National Seminar on Computer Vision and Image Processing
Role: Grant Recipient & Organizer
Organized By: Gujarat Council on Science and Technology (GUJCOST)
Year: 2017
Title: IEEE Signal Processing Society Chapter, Gujarat Section
Role: Chapter Secretary
Organized By: IEEE Gujarat Section
Year: Since 2017
Title: 32-bit Cortex Microcontroller and its Applications (Two-Day Workshop)
Role: Event Coordinator
Organized By: Silver Oak College of Engineering & Technology
Year: 2016
Title: SAMVAAD – State Level Multidisciplinary Symposium (IEEE SPS Sponsored)
Role: Event Coordinator
Organized By: IEEE Signal Processing Society, Gujarat Section
Year: 2016
Title: Scope of Research in Image Processing and Soft Computing (One-Day Workshop)
Role: Coordinator
Organized By: CGPIT, Bardoli
Year: 2016
Title: Latest Trends in Wireless Communication (One-Day Workshop)
Role: Coordinator
Organized By: CGPIT, Bardoli
Year: 2016
Title: BrainTech Network & Cyber Security Championship (Two-Day Workshop)
Role: Coordinator
Organized By: CGPIT, Bardoli
Year: 2016
Title: Training & Placement Officer (Electronics and Communication Department)
Role: Departmental Officer
Organized By: CGPIT, Bardoli
Year: 2016
Title: 5-Minute Ph.D. Thesis Presentation (Summer School on Speech Signal Processing)
Role: Participant
Organized By: IEEE Gujarat Section at DA-IICT, Gandhinagar
Year: 2016
Title: Embedded System Implementation on 8051 (Two-Day Workshop)
Role: Coordinator
Organized By: Sciclone-2015, CGPIT, Bardoli
Year: 2015
Title: Speech Processing and its Application in Recent Scenario (Expert Lecture)
Role: Coordinator
Organized By: CGPIT, Bardoli
Year: 2013
Title: Website Coordination Committee
Role: Core Committee Member
Organized By: Uka Tarsadia University
Year: Since 2013
Publications & Research Contributions
Title: Protein Sequence Similarity Analysis using Wavelet Entropy
Journal / Conference: Asia Conference on Information Engineering (ACIE 2026), IEEE Xplore (Accepted)
Year: 2026
Title: Integrating Language Models with Sensor Data for Enhanced Plant Health Monitoring
Journal / Conference: International Journal of Computer Applications in Technology, Inderscience (h-index 32)
Year: 2025
Title: An In-depth Analysis of Intrusion Detection Systems with Emphasis on MEC and Machine Learning
Journal / Conference: Book Chapter – Routledge, Taylor & Francis (CRC Press)
Year: 2025
Title: Enhancing Cybersecurity in Sustainable Energy: Regulatory Compliance and Policy Innovations
Journal / Conference: IEEE SETCOM 2025, PDEU Gandhinagar
Year: 2025
Title: Edge-based AI Solution for Helmet Compliance Monitoring using YOLOv9 on Raspberry Pi
Journal / Conference: Discover Internet of Things, Springer (SCOPUS Indexed)
Year: 2025
Title: Blockchain Enhanced Smart Healthcare Management for Chronic Diseases
Journal / Conference: Discover Computing, Springer (SCOPUS Indexed)
Year: 2025
Title: CNN-WPT Model for Efficient Heartbeat Classification
Journal / Conference: Iran Journal of Computer Science, Springer (SCOPUS Indexed)
Year: 2025
Title: Blockchain Revolution: Securing Electronic Health Records for Patient Empowerment
Journal / Conference: NFSU Journal of Cyber Security and Digital Forensics (IEEE Conference Proceedings)
Year: 2024
Title: Microsoft Malware Detection using Machine Learning
Journal / Conference: IEEE International Conference on Intelligent Computing and Control Systems (ICICCS)
Year: 2022
Title: Information Hiding in Proposed 10.6 kbps CS-ACELP Based Speech Codec Using QIM
Journal / Conference: International Journal of Speech Technology, Springer (SCOPUS Indexed)
Year: 2021
Title: Speaker Identification System Using Watermarking Technology for Spoofing Attack of Voice Conversion: A Review
Journal / Conference: World Conference on Applied Science, Engineering and Technology (WCASET), Goa
Year: 2018
Title: CBIR using SVM, Genetic Algorithm, Neural Network, Fuzzy Logic and Neuro-Fuzzy Techniques: A Survey
Journal / Conference: IEEE International Conference on Communication, Computing & Internet of Things (IC3IOT), Chennai
Year: 2018
Title: A Hybrid Scheme of Information Hiding Incorporating Steganography and Watermarking in Speech Signal Using QIM
Journal / Conference: IEEE International Conference on Communication Systems, Communication & IT Applications, Mumbai
Year: 2017
Title: Proposed Modifications in ITU-T G.729 CS-ACELP Speech Codec and Overall Performance Analysis
Journal / Conference: International Journal of Speech Technology, Springer (SCOPUS Indexed, Impact Score: 1.80)
Year: 2017
Title: Information Hiding in Line Spectrum Pair Feature of Non-Voice Part of Speech Signal
Journal / Conference: IEEE International Conference on Smart Technologies for Smart Nation (SmartTechCon), REVA University, Bangalore
Year: 2017
Title: Autonomous Photo Clicker and Website Uploader System
Journal / Conference: IEEE International Conference on Applied and Theoretical Computing and Communication Technology, Karnataka
Year: 2017
Title: Security Against Morphed Speech Based on Speaker Verification System
Journal / Conference: IEEE International Conference on Applied and Theoretical Computing and Communication Technology, Karnataka
Year: 2017
Title: Smart Notice Board System
Journal / Conference: IEEE International Conference on Applied and Theoretical Computing and Communication Technology, Karnataka
Year: 2017
Title: Coin Based Mobile Battery Charger with High Security
Journal / Conference: IEEE International Conference on Applied and Theoretical Computing and Communication Technology, Karnataka
Year: 2017
Title: Automation Based Elevator Control System
Journal / Conference: IEEE International Conference on Applied and Theoretical Computing and Communication Technology, Karnataka
Year: 2017
Title: Digital Speech Watermarking for Authenticity of the Speaker in Speaker Recognition System
Journal / Conference: IEEE International Conference on Micro-Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering (ICMETE), SRM University, Delhi-NCR
Year: 2016
Title: Information Hiding Techniques: Watermarking, Steganography Review
Journal / Conference: International Journal of Innovative Research in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation and Control Engineering, Vol. 4, Issue 4 (E-ISSN: 2321-2004)
Year: 2016
Title: Speaker Recognition System using Watermarking Technique for Anti-Spoofing: A Review
Journal / Conference: International Journal of Innovative Research in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation and Control Engineering, Vol. 4, Issue 4 (E-ISSN: 2321-2004)
Year: 2016
Title: Steganography in Speech Signal with Enhanced Multi-Pulse Excitation Codevector with Reduced Number of Bits
Journal / Conference: IEEE International Conference on Electrical, Electronics, Signals, Communication & Optimization (EESCO)
Year: 2015
Title: Survey on Speech and Audio Steganography Techniques in Temporal, Transform and Coded Domains
Journal / Conference: International Journal of Advanced Research in Computer Science and Software Engineering, Vol. 4, Issue 3 (ISSN: 2277-128X)
Year: 2014
Title: Steganography Approach of Weighted Speech Analysis with and without Vector Quantization using Variation in Weight Factor
Journal / Conference: International Journal of Current Engineering and Technology, Vol. 4, No. 3 (E-ISSN: 2277-4106)
Year: 2014
Title: Survey on Information Hiding Techniques and Analysis of Quality Assessment Parameters
Journal / Conference: International Journal of Emerging Technology and Advanced Engineering, Vol. 3, Issue 12 (ISSN: 2250-2459)
Year: 2013
Title: Performance Analysis of CS–ACELP Algorithm with Variation in Weight Factor for Weighted Speech Analysis
Journal / Conference: International Journal of Emerging Technology and Advanced Engineering (ISSN: 2250-2459)
Year: 2012
Training / Workshops / FDPs / Invited Talks
Title: AI-Driven Wildlife Protection & Anti-Poaching Applications
Role: Expert Trainer
Organized By: KAWACH Program, Government of India (NSIT-IFSCS)
Year: 2026
Title: Quantum Computing: Principles, Algorithms & Applications
Role: Expert Faculty
Organized By: GUJCOST & IEEE SPS Gujarat Section (LDRP Gandhinagar)
Year: 2025–2026
Title: Advanced Deep Learning Techniques and Applications for IoT Systems
Role: Expert Speaker
Organized By: Gujarat Technological University (GTU)
Year: 2025
Title: Quantum Computing Leverages
Role: Expert Faculty
Organized By: DST & GUJCOST Sponsored FDP at LDRP Institute of Technology & Research
Year: 2025
Title: Next Generation Design, Manufacturing, Packaging & Semiconductor Technologies
Role: Distinguished Speaker
Organized By: GTU – AIU-AADC FDP
Year: 2025
Title: NLP: First Step Towards Generative AI
Role: Workshop Trainer
Organized By: GTU & AICTE IDEA Lab
Year: 2025
Title: Microsoft AutoGen: An Agentic AI Framework
Role: Expert Speaker
Organized By: MNIT Jaipur (TEQIP-III | E&ICT Academy | MeitY)
Year: 2025
Title: Pydantic, FastAPI & Streamlit
Role: Expert Speaker
Organized By: MNIT Jaipur (TEQIP-III | E&ICT Academy | MeitY)
Year: 2025
Title: Cybercrime and Digital Arrest: Awareness & Prevention
Role: Guest Speaker
Organized By: Modasa Ekda Dasha Khadayta Kedavani Mandal (Virtual)
Year: 2025
Title: Fundamentals of N-Gram, RNN, LSTM, and GRU
Role: Invited Speaker
Organized By: LLM Engineering AI Community (YouTube Live)
Year: 2024
Title: Security in IoT Networks
Role: Session Speaker
Organized By: National Forensic Sciences University, Gandhinagar
Year: 2023
Title: Hands-on Ethical Hacking Using Python
Role: Workshop Trainer
Organized By: Cyber Octet Pvt. Ltd., Gujarat
Year: 2022
Title: Hands-on Cyber Security
Role: Workshop Trainer
Organized By: Pandit Deendayal Energy University (PDEU), Gandhinagar
Year: 2022
Title: Python and Ethical Hacking Using Python
Role: Workshop Trainer
Organized By: Cyber Octet Pvt. Ltd., Gujarat
Year: 2021
Title: Arduino Programming for Embedded Systems
Role: Workshop Trainer
Organized By: Government Polytechnic, Kheda (RUSA)
Year: 2020
Title: Ethical Hacking Using Python
Role: Guest Speaker & Trainer
Organized By: Cyber Octet Pvt. Ltd., Gujarat
Year: 2020
Title: Python for Engineers
Role: Trainer
Organized By: Adani Institute of Infrastructure Engineering, Ahmedabad
Year: 2019
Title: Statistics Using Python
Role: Invited Speaker
Organized By: GUJCOST-sponsored National Seminar at Adani Institute of Infrastructure Engineering
Year: 2019
Title: Fundamentals of Python Programming Skills
Role: Resource Person
Organized By: MNIT Jaipur (TEQIP-III | E&ICT Academy MNIT)
Year: 2019
Title: Recent Trends and Happenings in Speech Signal Processing
Role: Keynote Speaker
Organized By: 6th World Conference on Applied Science, Engineering & Technology (WCASET), Goa
Year: 2018
Title: Advances in Machine Learning
Role: Expert Speaker
Organized By: Ganpat University, Ahmedabad Centre
Year: 2018
Title: Deep Learning in Computer Vision with Python Programming
Role: Workshop Coordinator & Trainer
Organized By: Narsaraopeta Engineering College (NAAC ‘A’ Grade), Andhra Pradesh
Year: 2018
Title: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Deep Learning
Role: Workshop Trainer
Organized By: SRK Institute of Technology (JNTU Affiliated), Vijayawada
Year: 2018
Title: Speech Processing and its Recent Applications & IEEE Awareness
Role: Expert Speaker
Organized By: IEEE Signal Processing Society Chapter, Gujarat Section (at Swami Atmanand Saraswati Institute of Technology, Surat)
Year: 2017
Title: Student Centric Learning Approach
Role: Trainer
Organized By: Silver Oak College of Engineering & Technology
Year: 2017