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About LKNOG

Lanka Network Operators Group (LKNOG) is a non-profit, community based initiative to bring the network operators and networking professionals in Sri Lanka together in terms of educational, knowledge sharing and collaborative aspects. The objective of this forum is to provide a local & regional platform to discuss operational issues and technologies that interests network operators in Sri Lanka and in South Asia. This initiative also aim to unearth local talent and resource personnel from Sri Lanka who will be keen to contribute towards capacity building and knowledge sharing activities at large.

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Conference schedule

Conference program includes presentations covering latest tech updates and industry trends.

August 13-16, 2024

Workshops

Network Security


The objective of this workshop is to examine the concepts, protocols and the policies involved in establishing and maintaining security for a network. The workshop includes Cryptography fundamentals, VPN, Access control, Packet analysis, DDoS, Intrusion Detection, RPKI and Routing Security.

On completion, you will be able to discover security vulnerabilities across a network and be able to architect and configure your network for maximum security while also being able to monitor for any malicious activities in your network. The Hands-on labs are used to enhance understanding and familiarity about device and network infrastructure security.

The workshop will be a combination of theory and lab. The course will cover the following:
- Network Security Fundamentals
- Cryptography
- Infrastructure Security
- DDoS Attacks and Countermeasures
- Honeypots and Honeynet
- Packet Analysis
- Intrusion Detection
- Flow Monitoring
- BGP Operational Security
- RPKI
- IPv6 Security Considerations
- DNS security
- VPN Technologies
- Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing

Detailed Agenda can be found here

Md. Zobair Khan

Technical Trainer - APNIC

Subhashini Kadurugasyaya

Community Trainer - APNIC

DNS / DNSSEC


This course will discuss the DNS operations, configurations and security in detail. To protect DNS data, it is important for DNS operators to understand DNS Security Extensions (DNSSEC). The course will also discuss the DNSSEC concepts in detail covering the signing and validation of DNS data. Participants will be involved in lab exercises to configure DNS servers and apply various security considerations.

Expected Outcome


Participants should be able to understand the DNS and DNSSEC operations in detail.

Workshop Topics

The workshop will be a combination of theory and lab. The course will cover the following:
- ⁠DNS Concepts
- Recursive Servers
- Authoritative Servers
- ⁠DNS and Zone file Management
- ⁠Internationalized Domain Names
- ⁠Transaction Signatures
- Reverse DNS
- ⁠Registry Operations and Best Practices
- Tools and Troubleshooting
- DNS Security Extensions (DNSSEC)

Detailed Agenda can be found here

Champika Wijayatunga

ICANN

Chamara Disanayake

NSBM

Sampath Hennayake

LK Domain Registry

Pasan Ravinatha

University of Moratuwa

Network Monitoring


A comprehensive 4-day workshop on Network Systems Monitoring (NSM). This hands-on course is designed to equip participants with practical skills in implementing and managing robust monitoring solutions for modern network infrastructures.

Expected Outcome


By the end of this workshop, attendees will have the skills to implement comprehensive monitoring solutions, interpret monitoring data, and respond effectively to network issues. This course is ideal for IT professionals looking to enhance their network monitoring capabilities and improve overall network reliability and performance.

Workshop Topics

The workshop will be a combination of theory and lab. The course will cover the following:
- Overview of NSM
- SNMP Basics
- Linux Basics
- Device Configuration Hands-on
- LibreNMS Hands-on
- Icinga2 Hands-on
- Alerts Hands-On

Detailed Agenda can be found here

Tuwan Jaleel

LEARN

Deepthi Gunesekara

LEARN

August 12, 2024

LKNOG8 Conference

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The Evolution of Cybersecurity Operations Centers: Harnessing AI, Quantum Computing, and Advanced Threat Intelligence with Other Technologies

Neranjan Dissanayake

CEO
Just in Time Group

Keynote : Digitalization and the role of network operators in emerging economies

Beshan Kulapala

CEO
Cyrus EV Charges

Morning Refreshments

SLT IX update

R.P.D.C Kaushalya

SLTMobitel


IP addresses and location-based services, Have you got it right ?

Pubudu Jayasinghe

APNIC

Sustainability through Infrastructure

Piumi Ranasinghe

Chief Customer Officer
OREL IT

Tharindu Meepegama

VP - Infrastructure
OREL IT

Enrich IPFIX by Metadata

Sameer Baweja

Genie Networks


Twinkle Tales - Student project presentation

Mehansa Abeywardena

Informatics Institute of Technology

Kevin Augustin

Informatics Institute of Technology

Kishon Pradheepan

Informatics Institute of Technology

Lunch

Panel Discussion: 5G Deployment of Sri Lanka

Asanga Ranasinghe

CTIO
Hutchison Telecommunication Lanka (Pvt) Ltd

Indika De Zoysa

Strategic Advisor
Huawei Technologies Lanka Co., (Pvt) Ltd

Ranga Kariyawasam

Group CTO
Dialog Axiata PLC

Shantha Gunanandana

Director - Spectrum Management
Teleommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka

Viresh Dasanayaka

DCO - Wireless Networks
SLT Mobitel

Tharindu Meepegama

VP - Infrastructure
OREL IT

Topic - BGP Security

Md. Zobair Khan

APNIC

Network Optimization with AI

Sameera Abeysinghe

CTO, OREL IT

Revolutionizing Communication: The Impact of Generative AI on the Industry

Chamila Wijayawardhana

Architect - Research and Development, Dialog Axiata PLC

Open Mic

Closing Ceremony followed by the Evening Refreshments

Speakers from around the world

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Fellowship Partner

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Sri Lanka’s one of the iconic landmark, built in 1864, The Galle Face Hotel, is situated in the heart of Colombo, along the seafront and facing the famous Galle Face Green.One of the oldest hotels east of the Suez, The Galle Face Hotel embraces its rich history and legendary traditions, utilizing them to create engaging, immersive experiences that resonate with old and new generations of travelers alike.





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