From July 26 to August 10, 2025, Moscow became the stage for a major milestone in Indonesia’s cybersecurity journey. At Positive Hack Camp 2025, the Indonesian delegation stood out as one of the largest groups among participants from dozens of countries.
Organized by Positive Technologies in collaboration with Positive Education and CyberEd, and supported by the Cyberus Foundation, this prestigious event wasn’t just about learning technical skills—it was about building international partnerships and strengthening Indonesia’s digital resilience.
Who Represented Indonesia?
The Indonesian delegation was a mix of students, lecturers, and prominent figures from the education and tech sectors. The University of Gadjah Mada (UGM) was among the main representatives, alongside well-known academics such as:
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Prof. Dr. Ir. K.H. Mohammad Nuh, DEA – Chairman of the ITS Board of Trustees, former Minister of Education and Culture, and former Minister of Communication and Information.
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Prof. Ainun Na’im – Distinguished professor and former senior government official in the education sector.
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Dr. M. Faishal Aminuddin, Prof. Syafsir Akhlus, and Prof. Chanif Nurcholis – Advocates for advancing technology in Indonesian universities.
The Indonesian Embassy in Moscow also took part, along with ambassadors from India, Iran, and Ghana—highlighting that this event was just as much about diplomacy and networking as it was about technical training.
What Is Positive Hack Camp?
Positive Hack Camp is an intensive, global-scale cybersecurity training program designed to sharpen both technical expertise and ethical awareness.
Some of the training modules included:
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Ethical Hacking Labs – Learning legal penetration testing methods to identify and fix security vulnerabilities.
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Scenario-Based Exercises – Simulated cyberattack scenarios to train quick and effective responses.
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Web Application Security – Spotting and patching security flaws in web applications.
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Social Engineering Awareness – Understanding and preventing psychological manipulation tactics used by attackers.
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Cyber Ethics – Instilling a strong ethical foundation for using technical skills responsibly.
The program used a hands-on, problem-solving approach, encouraging participants from different countries to collaborate on real-world challenges.
A Strategic Collaboration Signed
The highlight of the closing ceremony on August 8, 2025 was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Nusa Tenggara Barat (UNU NTB) and JSC Positive Technologies.
This collaboration will focus on:
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Joint research in cybersecurity.
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Knowledge and technology transfer.
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Developing advanced cybersecurity laboratories in Indonesia.
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Specialized training programs to prepare future cybersecurity professionals.
According to Dr. Baiq Mulianah, Rector of UNU NTB, this MoU is a concrete step to bridge the academic world with the technology industry. The Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs also emphasized that such collaborations can accelerate Indonesia’s tech mastery while reducing dependency on foreign solutions.
Why This Matters for Indonesia
Indonesia’s active role in Positive Hack Camp 2025 sends a clear message: the country is serious about cybersecurity. In an era where cyber threats are evolving rapidly, investing in human capital is a strategic move that will pay off for years to come.
The event also opened doors for more joint research, student exchanges, and access to cutting-edge technology through global partnerships.
Tips for Learning Cybersecurity (for Beginners)
Inspired by Indonesia’s participation in Moscow? Here’s how you can start your own cybersecurity journey:
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Master Networking & Operating System Basics
Understand IP addresses, DNS, firewalls, and how systems like Linux and Windows work. This is your foundation before diving into hacking techniques. -
Use Free Online Training Platforms
Websites like TryHackMe, Hack The Box, and OverTheWire offer interactive, hands-on labs for legal hacking practice. -
Learn Basic Programming
Python and JavaScript are essential for writing scripts and testing security vulnerabilities. -
Join Local Communities & Forums
Engage with Indonesian cybersecurity groups on Telegram or Discord. Many share free Capture The Flag (CTF) challenges and workshop info. -
Build Your Ethical Mindset
Cyber skills are like a double-edged sword—use them for protection and improvement, not harm.
Indonesia’s presence at Positive Hack Camp 2025 proves that our talent can compete on a global stage. With support from the government, universities, and industry leaders, the nation has the potential to become a key player in global cybersecurity.
And for you—yes, you reading this—it’s never too early to start. You don’t need an invitation to Moscow to begin; your cybersecurity journey can start right now, right from your own laptop.
