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Dr. Vishal S. Badgujar
Dedicated academician and researcher with over 11 years of teaching and research experience in Computer Engineering and Information Technology. Research focus on Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence, DevOps, Cloud Computing, and Open-Source Technologies. IEEE Senior Member with 200+ Google Scholar citations, multiple Scopus indexed publications, two authored books, patents, copyrights, and active reviewer for several Elsevier and Springer journals.
About Me
Dedicated academician and researcher with over 11 years of teaching and research experience in Computer Engineering and Information Technology. Research focus on Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence, DevOps, Cloud Computing, and Open-Source Technologies. IEEE Senior Member with 200+ Google Scholar citations, multiple Scopus indexed publications, two authored books, patents, copyrights, and active reviewer for several Elsevier and Springer journals.
Areas of Expertise
Teaching
Delivering high-quality education in Computer Engineering and IT, mentoring students, and guiding academic projects with over 11 years of experience.
Research
Conducting advanced research in Cyber Security, AI, and Cloud Computing with 200+ Google Scholar citations and Scopus indexed publications.
Open-Source & DevOps
Active contribution to open-source technologies, Red Hat Academy coordination, and DevOps Club mentorship at APSIT.
Reviewer & Editor
Providing expert reviews for prestigious journals from Elsevier, Springer, and Web of Science with excellent reviewer ratings.
Social Appearance
Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
University of Mumbai
Thesis Topic : Risk Level Analysis of AI-Based Open-Source Architecture. Supervisor: Dr. Chandrashekhar Raut
Master of Engineering (M.E.)
University of Mumbai
Master of Engineering in Computer Engineering.
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.)
North Maharashtra University
Bachelor of Engineering in Information Technology.
Higher Secondary School (HSC)
Nasik Board
Secondary School Certificate (SSC)
Aurangabad Board
Experience
Total Experience: 11+ Years
Assistant Professor
A.P. Shah Institute of Technology, Thane
Teaching and research in IT department. UG Project Coordinator, NBA Criteria 7 Incharge, NPTEL SPOC, DevOps Club & Red Hat Academy coordinator.
- UG Project Coordinator – IT Department
- NBA Accreditation Criteria 7 Incharge
- NPTEL Local Chapter SPOC
- Faculty Coordinator – DevOps Club & Red Hat Academy
- Smart India Hackathon Mentor & Evaluator
Senior IT Faculty
iNurture Education Solutions Pvt. Ltd
Senior faculty for IT education programs and curriculum delivery.
- Curriculum delivery
- Student mentoring
Assistant Professor
Vishwakarma University, Pune
Teaching undergraduate courses in Computer Engineering.
- Lecture delivery
- Academic activities
Assistant Professor
A.P. Shah Institute of Technology, Thane
7 years of teaching and research. Active contributions in NBA accreditation, hackathons, and institutional development.
- Teaching UG courses
- Research guidance
- NBA and AICTE committee work
- Technical event organization
Assistant Professor
PVPPCOE
Teaching undergraduate engineering courses.
- Lecture delivery
- Practical sessions
Key Skills
Integrity and Perseverance
Certifications and Badges Earned
Achievements
Research & Publications
Patents & Copyrights
Patents (3)
Risk Level Analysis for AI Based Open-Source Architecture
System and Method for Secure Communication Based on ML Using IoT Equipment
Smart diagnostic glove with multi-modal sensor fusion and ai-based preliminary health assessment system
Copyrights (8)
AI-Driven Innovative Integrated Method for Enhanced Security Risk Analysis
VULNDETECT: An Efficient Graph Network Model for Identifying System Vulnerabilities Using Autoencoders, GNNs and GANs
CYBERALARM: Distinguishing True Positive Attacks and Eliminating False Positives in AI-Based Security
Risk Level Analysis for AI-Based Open-Source Architecture
On Trade Cloud Ecosystem Structure for Shared Learning
VSecureSphere: Developing Virtual lab for Simulating Safe Environment for Multiple Cyber Attack Patterns
ProjectSpace: A Comprehensive Web Framework to Manage Academic Project
Performance Based Appraisal System for Educators
Awards & Achievements
IEEE Senior Member
IEEE
2026Recognized as IEEE Senior Member for significant contributions.
Best Faculty Overall Performance
APSIT, Thane – Dept. of IT
2024Best faculty overall performance in Department of Information Technology.
Red Hat Academy Program Educator
Red Hat
2024, 2025 & 2026Certified Red Hat Academy Program Educator for consecutive years.
Red Hat Learning Community Mastery Series Winner
Red Hat
2025Winner of the Red Hat Learning Community Mastery Series.
Excellent Reviewer Rating
Web of Science
2025Excellent reviewer rating for quality reviews.
BluePrism Best Performing Educator
BluePrism
Best performing educator recognition.
GATE 2012 Qualified
GATE
2012Qualified GATE 2012.
Active Reviewer Recognition
Elsevier & Springer
Recognition as Active Reviewer for Elsevier and Springer journals.
STAR QC Award – NPTEL Translation Project
Ministry of Education, Govt. of India
STAR QC Award in NPTEL Translation and Quality Review Project.
Selected Reviewer for CS Standards
CSTA, USA
2025Selected Reviewer for Computer Science Standards Revision by CSTA, USA.
Associations & Memberships
Invited Talks
Deployment and Workflow Automation
Photo Gallery
Moments from conferences, awards, events, and academic milestones.
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Contact Me
Phone
+91 7709933639Institution
A.P. Shah Institute of Technology, Thane
Address
D-204, Mahaveer Nagari-1 CHS, Khadakpada, Kalyan West, Maharashtra, India