Mr. Amila Senarathne

Mr. Amila Senarathne

Head | Industry Engagement Unit / Senior Lecturer

FACULTY OF COMPUTING | COMPUTER SYSTEMS ENGINEERING

  • Amila Senarathne is a Senior Lecturer in the field of Information Security, Computer Systems and Networking. Currently, he is attached to Department of Information Systems Engineering of the Faculty of Computing, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT), Malabe, Sri Lanka. He is working as a Cisco Certified Academy Instructor/ Success Lead for SLIIT Cisco Academy and Academy Support Center Specialist for SLIIT Cisco Academy Support Center. He is also serving as a lecturer for several Master’s degree progarmmes offered by Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research of SLIIT.
  • 04.2017 to date Senior Lecturer, Department of Information Systems Engineering, Faculty of Computing, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, Sri Lanka.
  • 12, 2017 to date, Visiting Lecturer, Software Engineering Teaching Unit, Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya.
  • 11, 2017 to date, Visiting Lecturer, Department of Statistics & Computer Science, Faculty of Science, University of Kelaniya.
  • 01.2016 to 12.2017 – Postgraduate Programme Coordinator of MSc in IT (Specialization in Cyber Security) Master’s degree programme, Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
  • 04.2015 to 04.2017 – Lecturer, Department of Information Systems Engineering, Faculty of Computing, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, Sri Lanka.
  • 01.2015 to 12.2017 – Year 4 Coordinator (CSN), Faculty of Computing, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, Sri Lanka.
  • 09.2013 to date – Cisco Academy Instructor at Sri Lanka Institute Information of Technology (SLIIT) Cisco Academy
  • 08.2011 to 03.2015 – Assistant Lecturer at Sri Lanka Institute Information of Technology (SLIIT)
  • 12.2009 to 07.2011 – IT Instructor at Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT)
Academic Qualifications
  • Master of Science in Information Security (Distinction Pass), University of Colombo, School of Computing, Sri Lanka, 2014
  • Bachelor of Science Special (Hons) in Information Technology (Computer Systems & Networking), Sri Lanka Institute Information of Technology, Sri Lanka, 2009
  • Bachelor of Science (Computer Systems & Networking), Curtin University of Technology, Australia, 2008
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate Cyber Ops (CCNA Cyber Ops), Cisco Systems, 2018
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNAS), Cisco Systems, 2015
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing and Switching (CCNA R&S), Cisco Systems, 2013
  • Cisco Certified Academy Instructor – Cisco Certified Network Associate Cyber Ops (CCNA Cyber Ops), Cisco Networking Academy, 2018
  • Cisco Certified Academy Instructor – Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNAS), Cisco Networking Academy, 2015
  • Cisco Certified Academy Instructor – Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing and Switching (CCNA R&S), Cisco Networking Academy, 2013
  • Cisco Certified Academy Instructor – IT Essentials (ITE), Cisco Networking Academy, 2013
Honors and Awards
  • Research Grant awarded by the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research, SLIIT- 2018
  • Cisco Instructor Excellence award in recognition of Advanced Level instructor excellence and lasting contribution to the Cisco Networking Academy program – 2016
  • Cisco Global Cybersecurity Scholarship – 2016
  • Tuition Fee Waiver in recognition of superior academic performance in the undergraduate studies at SLIIT – 2007
Interests
  • Information Security
  • Data Communication & Networking
  • Digital Forensics
  • Internet of Things
Memberships
  • Member – British Computer Society
  • Member – Computer Society of Sri Lanka
  • Member – Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
  • Secure multifactor authentication system for financial services using location-based services
  • ALEKSI – Data Leakage Prevention system
  • CLOUDSHARK – Cloud Forensic Framework and Toolkit
  • Intelligent Enterprise Security Enhanced COPE
  • “AutheX | Next Generation Authentication ”  A Real-time Authentication system by using Keystroke dynamics and Mouse dynamics
My Publications
  • Madanayake, P.R.D., Peiris, M.D.N.S., Ranaweera, G.H., Jayathilake, K.U.K.K., Senarathne, A.N. and Abeygunawardhana, P.K.W.   Advanced Encryption Algorithm Using Fuzzy Logic  in National Conference on Technology and Management,  year 2012,  Colombo,
  • Karunaratne K.H.M.C.D, Karunaratne K.H.M.C.T, Peiris M.H.D, Peiris P.A.S, Rupasinghe P. and, Senarathna A.N   Global Trust Identification in Infrastructure and Ad Hoc Networks  in The 8th International Conference on Ubi-Media Computing,  year 2015,  Colombo,    IEEE,
  • Rathnasekera C., Athukorala T., Dickwella L., Wicrkamasuriya U., Senarathne A. and Elvitigala S.   Securing corporate data in mobile devices in a COPE Environment  in 6th National Conference on Technology and Management,  year 2017,  Colombo,    IEEE,
  • G. Chamiekara, M. Cooray, L. Wickramasinghe, Y. Koshila, K. Abeywardhana and A. Senarathne   AutoSOC: A Low Budget Flexible Security Operations Platform for Enterprises and Organizations  in 35th IEEE National Information Technology Conference,  year 2017,  Colombo,
  • B. Lokuketagoda, M. Weerakoon, U. Madushan, A. N.Senaratne and K. Y. Abeywardena   R – Killer: An Email Based Ransomware Protection Tool  in 13th International Conference on Computer Science & Education (ICCSE),  year 2018,  Colombo,    IEEE,
  • T. Krishnamohan, A. Mahendran, A. Selvakumar, V. Paramananthasivam A. N. Senarathne, and K. Y. Abeywardena   E-Secure: An Automated Behavior Based Malware Detection System for Corporate E-Mail Traffic  in Science and Information Conference (SAI),  year 2018,   London, UK,    Springer, Cham,
  • R.D.S.P. Samarathunge , W.P.P. Perera , R.A.N.I. Ranasinghe , K.K.U.S. Kahaduwa, A.N. Senarathne and K.Y. Abeywardena   Intelligent Enterprise Security Enhanced COPE  in 9th IEEE International Conference on Information and Automation for Sustainability,  year 2018,  Colombo,

JOURNAL PUBLICATIONS

  • A. Senarathne and K. De Zoysa  ” ILSB: Indexing with Least Significant Bit Algorithm for Effective Data Hiding “  International Journal of Computer Applications,  vol.161,  Issue 5,  2017,  pp.28-42,

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Founder and Chairman

Introducing the visionary entrepreneur, Mr. Indy Pathmanadan, affectionately known as Mr. Indy, a driving force in the Bath Furniture and Modular Kitchen industries. With over 30 years of expertise, Mr.Indy’s journey is one of extraordinary accomplishments and relentless pursuit of excellence.

A graduate in engineering from the prestigious University of Waterloo, Ontario, Mr. Indy’s entrepreneurial journey began as a Coop student in his Canadian garage. From humble beginnings, he transformed MagickWoods into a global powerhouse with operations spanning across North America and Asia. Today, MagickWoods stands tall with an impressive presence in renowned retailers such as Home Depot, Lowes, and Menards. Mr. Indy’s bold vision includes establishing a strong domestic presence in the USA, facilitating the transformation from China to Aurora. His innovative approach involves forging exclusive partnerships with retailers, creating bespoke brands tailored to their discerning customer base.

With an unwavering commitment to delivering unparalleled quality, Mr. Indy is a firm believer in the digital economy. His passion for enhancing the customer experience led him to pioneer the use of cuttingedge 3D and augmented reality technologies in kitchen design, revolutionising the industry. Demonstrating his forward-thinking mindset, Mr. Indy recently unveiled Magickhome.com, an exceptional ecommerce platform that offers direct-to-consumer digital sales channels, further expanding his reach and impact. Notably, he holds a patent for his groundbreaking invention, the Bath weighing scale product, exemplifying his dedication to innovation.

Mr. Indy’s exceptional contributions have earned him a plethora of accolades. From prestigious design awards for his innovative creations at Bath Furniture to receiving the esteemed Young Entrepreneur Award from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, his outstanding achievements have been recognised on numerous occasions. Additionally, his remarkable export performance and job creation efforts have garnered accolades from the Government of India, solidifying his reputation as an industry trailblazer. Beyond his entrepreneurial endeavours, Mr. Indy actively engages in social causes close to his heart. As the co-founder of CanTYD, a non-profit organisation focused on youth development in Canada, he channels his passion for empowering the younger generation. Furthermore, he dedicated four years of his life to serving on the Southeast Asian Consultative Committee of the Metropolitan Toronto Police, striving to create a safer community for all.

As a proud parent of three children, Mr. Indy finds solace in the embrace of nature. Whether it’s the thrill of running, the serenity of hiking, the pursuit of adventure through hunting, or the freedom of cycling amidst the majestic Rocky Mountains, he cherishes the moments that rejuvenate his spirit. Mr. Indrakumar Pathmanadan, the epitome of entrepreneurial brilliance, continues to redefine industry standards through his remarkable achievements. Join us at our university as we draw inspiration from Mr.Indy’s journey, fostering a culture of innovation, excellence, and unwavering determination.