Question 1

Why Cyber Security and Cyber Defense?

Accepted Answer

It is estimated that there will be roughly 200 billion connected devices by 2020. Rapid convergence of Mobility, Internet of Things and Cloud Computing is leading to an explosive increase in security threats and the need for Cyber Defense experts to combat these threats is becoming all the more important.

The demand for such professionals is outstripping supply. Companies need sophisticated responders to defend against the growing threat of cyberattacks. There is a huge talent crunch and 59% of the companies have vacant positions suggesting a cumulative global shortfall of 1.5 million such professionals.

Question 2

What is unique about this program?

Accepted Answer

The Advanced Certification Program in Cyber Security and Cyber Defense by IIT Kanpur is designed for current or aspiring Cyber Security professionals who are passionate about exploring disruptions in Cyber Security technology. The program combines deep academic rigor with an intense practical hands-on approach to equip participants to master in-demand skills and capabilities relevant to the domain. The program is taught by the faculty at IIT Kanpur, ranked highly by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) in 2019.

TalentSprint with its deep understanding of the industry, access to industry experts, and a state of the art technology platform has been chosen by IIT Kanpur as the right partner for this program.

Question 3

What makes IIT Kanpur special?

Accepted Answer

A trailblazer in Computer Science Research and Education
Hosts C3iHub, India’s #1 Cyber Security research center at IIT Kanpur
Experts globally recognized for contribution to Cyber Security and Cyber Defense
Ranked among top engineering colleges by NIRF 2019
Collaborates with global centers of excellence (Israel and USA) in Cyber Security
Built on World-class Academic Research Culture

Question 4

COVID-19 has altered the business landscape extensively. Why is mastering Cyber Security critical in this new world?

Accepted Answer

The COVID-19 outbreak has changed the cyber security threat landscape. There has been a surge in Work from Home, triggered by this pandemic. Our home networks are far more vulnerable than enterprise networks. As usual, cybercriminals are bound to exploit it. Since the beginning of the crisis, nearly 2000 malicious coronavirus-themed websites have been set up every day.

The writing on the wall is clear. Even after the crisis, companies who have discovered value in the gig economy will continue to operate a significant part of their workforce from home. Hence the need for cyber security expertise becomes apparent.

Question 5

Is this the right time to pursue a Program in Cyber Security? If yes, how will completing this Program help in my career in cyber security?

Accepted Answer

Amid COVID-19 crisis, new high-profile cyber attacks seem to constantly flood news headlines. No wonder the need for cyber security professionals is urgent and daunting. Besides, the world’s transition towards aggressive digitization has also marked cyber security as one of the biggest threats to the economy over the next decade. India has reported a hike in attacks (on IoT deployments) by 22% in the country.

Cyber security is one of the most in-demand skills, trending in the job market today. And studies point out that there will be nearly 3.5 million unfilled cybersecurity jobs globally by 2021. India alone has reported over 67,000 job openings. Companies are looking forward to professionals with an ability to build a viable cyber-resilient organization.

The Advanced Certification Program in Cyber Security and Cyber Defense is designed to provide an opportunity for aspiring and working professionals to exploit the latest trends in Cyber Security Technologies. Going by the new reality of continued WFH pattern for professionals, the time is right to get armed with cyber security knowledge for today and hereafter.

Advanced Certification Program in Cyber Security and Cyber Defense

Course Features

Course Description

Module 1: ntroduction to Cyber Security

Module 2: Network Security - VPN

Module 3: Access Control - MAC DAC UNIX

Module 4: Reverse Engineering

Course FAQs

Why Cyber Security and Cyber Defense?

What is unique about this program?

What makes IIT Kanpur special?

COVID-19 has altered the business landscape extensively. Why is mastering Cyber Security critical in this new world?

Is this the right time to pursue a Program in Cyber Security? If yes, how will completing this Program help in my career in cyber security?

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