Dr. C Umarani
Head Department of Computer Science and Applications
Dr. C Umarani
Head Department of Computer Science and Applications
Biography
Dr. C Umarani
Head Department of Computer Science and Applications
Dr. C. Umarani is a distinguished academic and professional with over 21 years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, and network security. Her expertise spans several cutting-edge fields, including blockchain-based supply chain management and AI-driven process optimization, areas in which she has contributed innovative patents. Throughout her career, Dr. Umarani has published extensively in both national and international journals, covering topics such as intrusion detection systems and encryption techniques.
In addition to her research and publications, Dr. Umarani has held several key leadership positions, including Head of the Department, Head In-charge, PG Coordinator, Placement Coordinator, and Mentoring Head. Her involvement in organizing conferences, workshops, and faculty development programs has earned her recognition as a respected resource person, particularly in the field of information security. As an educator, she has actively contributed to the growth and development of students, guiding final-year MCA projects and organizing industrial visits.
She was also involved in NAAC accreditation processes and has earned editorial roles
Area
Information Security Management System (ISMS)- Network Security, Cryptography,
Qualification
MCA, MPhil, PhD, (DCA, DRDBMS)
Experience
21 years
Patents
- Secure System for Supply Chain Management using Blockchain - January 2024.
- Cold Chain Monitoring with Blockchain - January 2024.
- Smart Contracts for Automated Compliance in Supply Chain Management Using Blockchain - January 2024.
- AI-Driven Process Optimization System for Small Software Firms - December 2023.
- Design Patent on RS Solar Panel with Cleaner - 2022.
- Gardening Robot - January 2021.
- Automatic Signal Alert for Preventing Accidents - December 2020.
Book Publications
- Network Security Controls - March 2018, ISBN: 978-93-873028-5-9.
- Prevalence of Intrusion Detection System (II Edition) - May 2017, ISBN (13 Digits): 978-81-910024-3-0.
- Prevalence of Intrusion Detection System - September 2015, ISBN: 978-81-910024-3-0, ISBN: 81-910024-3-4.
- INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL PUBLICATION
- Error Concealment in the Density Field of a Spatiotemporal Image Sequence, Hindawi Computational Intelligence and Neuroscience, Volume 2022, Article ID 4657431, 10 pages. DOI.
- Pocket Certificates using Double Encryption: A Survey, in IJRASET, ISSN: 2321-9653; IC Value: 45.98; SJ Impact Factor: 7.538, Vol. 10 Issue III, March 2022.
- A Concise Survey on Data Leakage Detection and Prevention, Mukt Shabd Journal, ISSN: 2347-3150, Volume XI, Issue III, March 2022.
- A Survey on Encrypted and Decrypted Text Algorithm Using CRC, SHA-256, MD5 and Caesar Cipher, in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD), Volume 6 Issue 2, January-February 2022, Available Online: www.ijtsrd.com, e-ISSN: 2456–6470.
- A Survey of Keylogger in Cybersecurity Education, in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD), Volume 6 Issue 3, March-April 2022, Available Online: www.ijtsrd.com, e-ISSN: 2456–6470.
- Providing Secure Cloud Information in the Process of Key Transparency, in Mukt Shabd Journal, ISSN NO: 2347-3150, Volume XI, Issue IV, April 2022.
- Credential Harvesting Using Man-in-the-Middle Attack via Social Engineering, in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD), Volume 6 Issue 3, March-April 2022, Available Online: www.ijtsrd.com, e-ISSN: 2456–6470.
- Comparative Analysis of Phishing Tools, in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD), Volume 6 Issue 2, January-February 2022, Available Online: www.ijtsrd.com, e-ISSN: 2456–6470.
- A Comparative Study on the Emergence of Online Auction of Seized Vehicles in the Public Sector, International Journal of Current Advanced Research, ISSN: O: 2319-6475, ISSN: P: 2319-6505.
- A Survey on Intrusion Detection System in Java, in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD), Volume 6 Issue 3, March-April 2022, Available Online: www.ijtsrd.com, e-ISSN: 2456–6470.
- Three-Level Password Authentication System, in IJRASET, ISSN: 2321-9653; IC Value: 45.98; SJ Impact Factor: 7.538, Vol. 10, Issue IV, April 2022.
- A Defensive Approach to Prevent Code Injection Attacks, JETIR, Vol. 9, Issue 3, March 2022, ISSN: 2349-5162.
- A Survey on RCE Vulnerabilities, in IJARESM, ISSN: 2455-6211, Vol. 10, Issue 3, March 2022, Impact Factor: 7.429.
- Multi-Layer Security Using Encryption and Steganography, in the International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR), UGC Approved, ISSN: 2349-5162, Impact Factor: 7.95, Volume 8, Issue 5, pp. d372-d377, May 2021.
- Steganography Using K-means Clustering Algorithm, in the International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR), UGC, ISSN: 2349-5162, Impact Factor: 7.95, Volume 8, Issue 5, May 2021.
- Password-Based Authentication for Insider Attack Detection and Prevention Using Elgamal Encryption, in the International Journal of Scientific Research in Engineering and Management (IJSREM), UGC Approved, ISSN: 2582-3930, Impact Factor: 4.106, Volume 5, Issue 5, pp. 1-3, May 2021.
- Review Paper on Security Using Steganography, in the International Journal of Scientific Research in Engineering and Management (IJSREM), UGC, ISSN: 2582-3930, Impact Factor: 4.106, Volume 5, Issue 5, pp. 1-3, May 2021.
- Review Paper on K-means Clustering Algorithm, in the International Journal of Scientific Research in Engineering and Management (IJSREM), UGC Approved, ISSN: 2582-3930, Impact Factor: 4.106, Volume 5, Issue 5, pp. 1-3, May 2021.
- Review Paper on Predicting Network Attack Patterns in SDN Using ML, Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume 4, Issue 6, October 2020, pp. 1635-1638.
- RSA Cryptosystem Using Python, Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume 4, Issue 6, October 2020, pp. 1708-1710.
- Detection of URL-Based Phishing Websites Using Machine Language, Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume 4, Issue 6, October 2020, pp. 1766-1771.
- A Fully Autonomous Industrial Automation by Edge Computing Using Raspberry Pi, Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD), ISSN: 2321-9653, IC Value: 45.98; SJ Impact Factor: 7.429, Volume 8, Issue X, October 2020, pp. 1766-1771.
- Keyloggers: A Malicious Attack, Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume 5, Issue 1, December 2020, pp. 34-38.
- Risk Management, Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume 5, Issue 1, December 2020, pp. 361-363.
- Flag 4 CTF, Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume 4, Issue 6, December 2020, pp. 1643-1644.
- Comparative Analysis of Digital Forensic Extraction Tools, Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (IJTSRD), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume 5, Issue 1, December 2020, pp. 487-489.
- Face Emotion Recognition and Detection Using Python, Published in the Journal Purakala, ISSN: 0971-2143, UGC CARE, Impact Factor: 5.4, Volume 31, Issue 21, May 2020.
- A Study on GDPR & Personal Data Protection Bill, Published in the Journal Purakala, ISSN: 0971-2143, UGC CARE, Impact Factor: 5.4, Volume 31, Issue 21, May 2020.
- Simulation Studies for Vehicle Tracking Using Radar and Lidar Sensors, Published in the Journal Purakala, ISSN: 0971-2143, UGC CARE, Impact Factor: 5.4, Volume 31, Issue 21, May 2020.
- A Study on Virtual Private Network, Published in the Journal Purakala, ISSN: 0971-2143, UGC CARE, Impact Factor: 5.4, Volume 31, Issue 21, May 2020.
- Comparative Study on Cryptographic Approaches in Machine Learning, Published in the Journal Purakala, ISSN: 0971-2143, UGC CARE, Impact Factor: 5.4, Volume 31, Issue 21, May 2020.
- Blockchain: Future Secured Digitally, Published in the Journal Purakala, ISSN: 0971-2143, UGC CARE, Impact Factor: 5.4, Volume 31, Issue 21, May 2020.
- Comparative Study in IDS Tools, Published in the Journal Purakala, ISSN: 0971-2143, UGC CARE, Impact Factor: 5.4, Volume 31, Issue 21, May 2020.
- Survey on the Impact of Blockchain in Electronic Medical Services, in International Journal of Current Advanced Research (IJCAR), UGC Approved, ISSN: O: 2319-6475, ISSN: P: 2319-6505, Impact Factor: 6.614, Volume 9, Issue 03(E), pp. 21734-21737, March 2020.
- Comparative Study of MD5 and SHA Security Algorithm, Published in International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR), UGC Approved, ISSN: 2349-5162, Impact Factor: 5.87, Volume 7, Issue 3, pp. 50-53, March 2020.
- Chatbot Implementation Using NLTK and Keras, in the International Journal of Scientific Research in Engineering and Management (IJSREM), UGC Approved, ISSN: 2582-3930, Impact Factor: 4.106, Volume 4, Issue 4, pp. 1-4, April 2020.
- Intrusion Detection System Using Hybrid Tissue Growing Algorithm for Wireless Sensor Network, in Springer Nature, Peer-Peer Networking Applications, ISSN: 1936-6442, September 2019.
- Malware Delivery Using ISO’s Social Engineering Attack, Published in International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR), UGC Approved, ISSN: 2349-5162, Impact Factor: 5.87, Volume 6, Issue 3, pp. 166-169, March 2019.
- Blockchain Development for Cryptomining, Published in International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR), UGC Approved, ISSN: 2349-5162, Impact Factor: 5.87, Volume 6, Issue 3, pp. 527-530, March 2019.
- Skyshield: A Security Mechanism Against DDOS Attack in Application Layer, Published in International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR), UGC Approved, ISSN: 2349-5162, Impact Factor: 5.87, Volume 6, Issue 3, pp. 40-44, March 2019.
- Blockchain Application Using Hyperledger, Published in International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR), UGC Approved, ISSN: 2349-5162, Impact Factor: 5.87, Volume 6, Issue 3, pp. 117-120, March 2019.
- Session Authentication Using Color and Images, Published in International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR), UGC Approved, ISSN: 2349-5162, Impact Factor: 5.87, Volume 6, Issue 3, pp. 250-252, March 2019.
- A Detection Mechanism for Data Leakage, Published in International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR), UGC Approved, ISSN: 2349-5162, Impact Factor: 5.87, Volume 6, Issue 4, pp. 655-660, April 2019.
- DANABOT: A Banking Trojan, Published in International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR), UGC Approved, ISSN: 2349-5162, Impact Factor: 5.87, Volume 6, Issue 4, pp. 644-648, April 2019.
- Construction of Intrusion Detection System for Wireless Sensor Networks by Synthesizing Anomaly and Misuse Detection Techniques, in International Journal of Current Advanced Research (IJCAR), UGC Approved, ISSN: O: 2319-6475, ISSN: P: 2319-6505, Impact Factor: 6.614, Volume 7, Issue 6(D), pp. 13327-13330, June 2018.
- Crossbreed Intrusion Detection System Based on Immunopathology, Published in International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR), UGC Approved, ISSN: 2349-5162, Impact Factor: 5.87, Volume 5, Issue 6, pp. 116-120, June 2018.
- Malicious Nodes Expulsion and Clustering in WSN Based on Network Tissue Growing Procedure Galvanized by Immunobiology, in International Journal for Research and Development in Technology (IJEDR), UGC Approved, ISSN: 2321-9939, Impact Factor: 5.67, Volume 6, Issue 2, pp. 539-542, April 2018.
- Human Immune-Based Intrusion Detection in WSN Using Swarm Tissue Growing Algorithm, in International Journal of Advanced Research in Computer and Communication Engineering (IJARCCE), ISSN: 2278-1021, Impact Factor: 5.94, Volume 7, Issue 4, pp. 303-307, April 2018.
- Bio-Inspired Anomaly Detection Using Network Tissue Growing Algorithm, in International Journal for Research and Development in Technology (IJRDT), ISSN: 2349-3585, Impact Factor: 3.82, Volume 9, Issue 3, pp. 247-252, March 2018.
- A Study on Applying Reinforcement Learning in IDPS, in International Journal of Science, Engineering and Technology (IJSET), ISSN: 2348-4098, May 2017.
- A Study on Sparse Subset Sum Using Homomorphic Encryption, Published in International Journal of Science, Engineering and Technology (IJSET), ISSN: 2348-4098, May 2017.
- An Innovative Approach to Secure Data Transmission in Cloud Computing Using DNA Cryptography, Published in International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), ISSN: 2319-7064, Impact Factor: 6.39, Volume 6, Issue 5, May 2017.
- Digital Privacy and Security in the Age of IoT, Published in International Journal of Advanced Research in Computer Science (IJARCS), ISSN: 0976-5697, Volume 8, Issue 7, July 2017.
- AI-Driven Cybersecurity Measures in Enterprise Networks, Published in International Journal of Innovative Research in Computer and Communication Engineering (IJIRCCE), ISSN: 2320-9801, Volume 5, Issue 10, October 2017.
International Conference Publications
- Impact of Covid-19 on Teaching Methods in Higher Education
- A Study on Detection and Exploitation of Injection Flaws in Database Servers
- Sensing Jamming Attack in Cognitive Radio Wireless Sensor Networks
- Analysis of Network Security Using Authentication and Cryptographic Techniques
- A Study on RSA Algorithm as a Defensive Security Mechanism
National Journal Publications
- Published in OPTIMA Journal of Physical Science, ISSN: 2320-4834, Volume 4, September 2015.
- Published in OPTIMA Journal of Physical Science, ISSN: 2320-4834, Volume 4, September 2015.
- Published in OPTIMA Journal of Physical Science, ISSN: 2320-4834, Volume 3, March 2015.
National Conference Publications
- Holistic Overview of CISO
- PML: Comparative Study on Cryptographic Approaches in Machine Learning
- Face Emotion Recognition and Detection Using Python
- Detection and Prevention of SQL Injection Attacks
- TutBot: A Spy Robot
- A Study on Applications of Blockchain
- Cyber Crimes, Prevention, and Laws Against Cyber Crime
- Study on Vulnerabilities, Attacks, and Security Controls on Wireless Sensor Networks
- Challenges Faced in Implementation of Blockchain (A Review)
- A Study on GDPR & Personal Data Protection Bill
- Simulation Studies for Vehicle Tracking Using Radar and Lidar Sensors
- A Study on Virtual Private Network
- IoT-Based Surveillance Robotic Car
- Blockchain: Future Secured Digitally
- Review on OSINT Tools and Techniques
- Comparative Analysis on Symmetric and Asymmetric Encryption
- Comparative Analysis of Digital Forensic Extraction Tools
- Creating an Effective Web Vulnerabilities Scanner
- Comparative Study in IDS Tools
- Survey on Identity and Access Management
- A Study on Sparse Subset Sum Using Homomorphic Encryption
- Forensic Investigation in Cloud Computing Using VM Snapshots
- A Study on Applying Reinforcement Learning in IDPS
- Efficient Security Mechanism for SQL Injection Attacks in Wireless Network
- Network Intrusion Detection with Wireshark Network Sniffing Tool
- A Study of COBIT 5 Principles as a Holistic Approach in Information Security
- Optimization of Risk Level & Resource Using COBIT & ITIL
- Comparative Analysis of COBIT 5 and ITIL in Information Security
- Network Level Filtering in Routers Using ACL
- Comparative Study of Various Sorting Techniques in Kruskal’s Algorithm
- A Study on Symmetric Key Encryption Algorithm
- E-commerce Applications and Network Security Threats
- Fuzzy Neural Networks with GA for Network Intrusion Detection System
- ObjectARX Implementation of AutoCAD in 3D Model Generation
- Application of Genetic Algorithm in Network Intrusion Detection System
- Genetic Algorithm and Its Implementation in Network Intrusion Detection with MATLAB
- Subjective and Objective Analysis of Compressed MRI Images in Telemedicine Application
- A Constructive Approach of Modified Standard Back Propagation Algorithm with Optimum Initialization for Feedforward Neural Networks
- Identification of Regulatory Signals Using Genetic Algorithm
- Analysis of Simple Protein Folding Using Genetic Algorithm
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FDP's
- Two Weeks FDP on Managing Online Classes and Co-Creating MOOCs – April 20 to May 6, 2020
- FDP on Data Science: Research Opportunities – May 21, 2020 (Sri Ramakrishna College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore)
- International FDP on AI-Based Proctoring in Next-Generation Education – May 23, 2020 (Shashun Jain College for Women)
- International FDP on Innovative Trends in Engineering and Technology – May 25-29, 2020 (Shree L.R. Tiwari College of Engineering)
- Online FDP on Artificial Intelligence – May 22-26, 2020 (Vardhaman College of Engineering)
- Five Days Online FDP on Moodle Learning Management System – June 6-10, 2020 (Mannar Thirumalai Naicker College, Madurai)
- FDP on From Teaching to Learning: A Framework for Innovation – June 8-11, 2020 (Organized by CERSSE, Jain University)
- FDP on E-Content Development for Teaching and Learning – June 8-13, 2020 (Arihant College of Arts, Commerce & Science)
- FDP on Multidimensional Scaling: Science to Technology-Accelerating Innovation – June 9-13, 2020 (Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute)
- FDP on E-Content Development – June 11-12, 2020 (Somaiya College and IIDE)
- FDP on R: Basics to Analytics – June 10-12, 2020 (Namakkal Kavignar Ramalingam Government Arts College for Women)
- AICTE ATAL Online FDP on Blockchain – June 22-26, 2020 (JNTUA College of Engineering, Pulivendula)
- 10 Days FDP on Data Science – February 2021 (Dept. of CSE, Jain University)
- 10 Days FDP on Cyber Security – February 2021 (Dept. of CSE, Jain University)
- AICTE ATAL Online FDP on Cyber Security – December 14-18, 2020 (Kongu Engineering College)
- AICTE ATAL Online FDP on Cyber Security – December 28, 2020, to January 1, 2021 (Thangal Kunju Musaliar College of Engineering)
- AICTE ATAL Online FDP on Cyber Security – January 4-8, 2021 (Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute)
- AICTE ATAL Online FDP on Cyber Security – January 18-22, 2021 (St. Joseph's College of Engineering)
- AICTE ATAL Online Elementary FDP on Cyber Security – June 7-11, 2021 (Anand Institute of Higher Technology)
- AICTE ATAL Online Elementary FDP on Cyber Security: Awareness to Cyber Crime – June 14-18, 2021 (Engineering College Ajmer)
- AICTE ATAL Online Elementary FDP on IoT in 5G Technology – May 24-28, 2021 (Silicon Institute of Technology)
- AICTE ATAL Online Elementary FDP on Cyber Security – July 5-9, 2021 (Vivekanand Education Society's Institute of Technology)
- National Level FDP on Machine Learning Using WEKA – April 26-30, 2021 (Jain University)
- One Week National FDP on Research Methodology – October 3-7, 2023 (Dept. of Commerce & IQAC, CAIAS)
- Online FDP on Emotional Intelligence – October 9-14, 2023 (ICT Academy)
- Impact of AI in Language Acquisition – September 30, 2023 (Orell)
- National Level Virtual FDP on Higher Education and Research in India – July 29 to August 2, 2024 (Seshadripuram Academy of Business Studies)
- NEP 2020 Orientation and Sensitization Program – August 19-28, 2024 (UGC-MMTTC under Malaviya Mission Teachers Training Program)
- One-Day FDP on Open Parallel Programming with OpenMP – August 31, 2024 (Oxford College and MPI)
- 7-Day International FDP on Latest Trends and Techniques in Software Engineering: An Industry Perspective – January 20-27, 2024 (Christ University)
- National Level FDP on Learner-Centered Contemporary Teaching Pedagogies and Publications – April 22-26, 2024
- One Week National FDP on Research Methodology – November 20-24, 2023 (Dept. of Computer Science & Applications and IQAC, CAIAS)
Workshops
- Intellectual Property Rights – April 10-11, 2020
- International Workshop on Big Data Analytics – May 28-30, 2020
- Enhancing Learning Management System Through Advanced ICT Tools (Online) – July 10-11, 2020
- ICT & LMS Tools (Online Workshop) – June 27-28, 2020
- Teaching Programming Logic Through Scratch as a Bridge Course (Online) – May 25, 2020 (Organized by the Department of Computer Science, Stella Maris College, Chennai)
- Education 4.0 - Season II (Online Workshop) – May 28-30, 2020 (Organized by IQAC, Atharva College of Engineering)
- International Workshop on Big Data Analytics – May 28-30, 2020 (Organized by SSN College of Engineering in association with IIIT, Una)
- ICT-Based Teaching-Learning Tools (Online Workshop) – May 31, 2020
- IoT with Cooja Simulator (Online Technical Workshop) – January 2021 (Organized by Madanapalle Institute of Technology and Science)
- Workshop on Embedded Systems – Conducted by Tars Software, Coimbatore
- Innovations in Teaching – Fatima College, Madurai
- Emerging Trends in Project Management – ICFAI, Madurai
- Workshop on Network Security – Thiagarajar College of Engineering (TCE), Madurai
- Soft Skills Workshop – Conducted by Infosys, Chennai
- Seminar on Teaching Techniques – Crawley, UK
Professional Affiliations
- Member -BoE – Bangalore University AY 2024-2025
- SPOC for ISMS in Jain University and Inurture
- Member – BoS - Jain University from 2015-2022
- Member -BoE - Jain University from 2015-2022
- Resource Person for the Faculty Recruitment 2016, 17, 18, 19.
- Distinguished Invitee, NAAC Silver Jubilee Celebrations, Bengaluru, January 2020.
- Best teacher of all time -Jain University
- Linc Education Award -ALFA awards 2024
- Awarded certificate from IIT Mumbai FOSS for conductive workshop organization
- Conference chair, International Conference, CAIAS, 8,9 May 2024
- Organizer, International Conference, Jain University 16,17 July 2021.
- Co-convener, National Conference, Jain University 29 Feb 2020.
- IEEE tryEngineering Membership
- WIT (Women in IT) Membership
- MDN (Mozilla Developer Network) – Core Membership
- Code.org Membership
- Linux Foundation Training Scholarship Program – Associate Membership
- Kaggle Membership
Professional Activities and Achievements
- Conducted SWOT Analysis sessions for MCA students at Christ Academy in 2023 and 2024.
- Delivered Cyber Security Awareness sessions for students and faculty at The World Grad in 2022.
- Served as a Resource Person for Information Security workshops at Jain University in 2017 and 2018.
- Conducted an Information Security session for Jain PU students in 2018.
- Served as an Expert for the Ethical Hacking Workshop for BCA students at Jain University in May 2017.
- Acted as a Resource Person for the Ethical Hacking Workshop for MCA students at Jain University in June 2017.
- Resource Person for FDP sessions at Jain University in 2017, 2018, and 2019.
- Delivered a session on Human Immunology and Network Security for faculty at Jain University (2018).
- Organized and conducted Crittographia Symposium at Jain University (February 2016).
- Hosted a webinar on Outcome-Based Education (OBE) in October 2019.
- Conducted a webinar on the Implementation of OBE and Mapping of COs and POs in April 2020.