Sidharth S (zidhuxd) serves as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Hacktura — Kerala's premier cybersecurity organization driving research, community, and elite cyber events across India.
About the Role
Sidharth S, better known as zidhuxd, is the Chief Operating Officer of Hacktura – Cyber X Kerala, one of Kerala's most prominent cybersecurity organizations. As COO, Sidharth oversees day-to-day operations, event coordination, community growth, and strategic initiatives that position Hacktura at the forefront of India's cybersecurity landscape.
Beyond his operational role, Sidharth is widely recognized as the youngest cybersecurity researcher in Kerala — a distinction earned through his groundbreaking work in ethical hacking, hardware security, drone telemetry vulnerabilities, and Android security research.
Leadership Responsibilities
As Chief Operating Officer, Sidharth drives every pillar of Hacktura's growth — from organizing landmark events to building a research-first community across Kerala and beyond.
Career Timeline
About Hacktura
Hacktura – Cyber X Kerala is Kerala's foremost cybersecurity organization, founded to unite ethical hackers, security researchers, developers, and digital defenders under one roof. Hacktura's mission is to raise the bar for cybersecurity awareness, research quality, and community collaboration across Kerala and India.
Through flagship events like the Hacktura Cyber Convergence, Hacktura brings together some of India's sharpest minds in offensive security, threat intelligence, hardware hacking, and AI security — creating a platform where knowledge meets action.
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Whether you're a researcher, an organization, or someone passionate about cybersecurity — reach out to collaborate, speak, or learn more about Hacktura.
