Career in Cyber Security
The World Wide Web or the Internet is a revolution in technology that has influenced the human civilization immensely. The Internet is such an intrinsic part of our life now that, we cannot imagine our lives without it. Each sector of the economy today is using the Internet — the defense sector, marketing sector, the media and even the education sector. The more the Internet becomes inevitable, greater is the risk of losing important and confidential information, personal details and even finances. The field of cyber security promises to handle these shortcomings of the Internet.
Cyber security comprises of all technologies, practices and strategies involved in safeguarding networks, devices and organizations from malicious entities that possess threat to data, information and other resources using an unauthorized access.
Expert Guide
Shri Sandeep Mudalkar is the Founder and CEO of Sytech Labs Pvt. Ltd. He is a Cyber Crime Security Expert and Investigator who has worked with the Indian Army, BSF, Telangana police and Andhra Pradesh Police, Customs and Central Tax department, CDTI, MCHRDI, and in many more such projects. Being certified from Red Hat Certified Security Specialist (RHCSS), Diploma in Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) Certification, CISCO Pix Firewall, and many other prominent certifications, Shri Mudalkar ji has an experience of mentoring more than 5000 students and conducting more than 100 workshops in the 14 years of his career.
With sir’s guidance, students got an insight into the field of cybercrime security and the ins and outs of the industry.
In this article, we will be looking at how one can start their career in cyber security. The guidance provided in this article is based on a live session conducted by Shashi Dream Foundation on “Career in Cyber Security”. The live session has been conducted under SDF’s initiative to provide career advice for underprivileged children.
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ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
- Candidate should be 18 or above of age to be eligible for courses meant for Cyber Security.
- Interest and basic knowledge of computer hardware and working of Internet.
-Must know about Computer Networking, Programming languages (PYTHON, C++) and LINUX.
SKILLS REQUIRED
There are a variety of skills needed to pursue a career in cyber security. Cyber Security is not an easy field, you need passion and patience to succeed in it. There is a variety of skillful people of different ages in this industry. The industry is competitive but it is one of the most high-paying industries.
In India, the cyber security courses are divided into 7 levels with each level bringing more expertise in the individual. Not all seven courses have to be completed to be a cyber security investigator.
The details for the first four levels are as follows:
These all four levels are mandatory to work as a cyber security expert. While Level 1 can be enrolled into by a layman who wishes to just gain knowledge about the field, the Level 4 is necessary to become a certified cyber security expert personnel for corporates. After completion of Level 4, a candidate as a fresher can expect a job between 20,000 to 60,000 based on his level of expertise and the job offer by the respective organization.
Multiple options are available for candidates prospecting their career in Cyber Security. Candidates can purse degree, diploma and certification Cyber Security courses at UG & PG levels.
Candidates can pursue Cyber Security courses as full time, part time or online. While a majority of cyber security courses are offered as full-time programs by the government and private colleges, cyber security certifications are more popular among prospective students. There are more courses for masters in cyber security abroad than in India.
BACHELORS’ DEGREE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE
Certificate courses and diploma courses are different from certifications. Certificate courses and diploma courses are courses made to gather basic knowledge of a subject. Whereas certifications are a form of training or examination where knowledge is practically tested and certify individual as having the ability to apply knowledge professionally.
CERTIFICATE COURSES FOR CYBER SECURITY
Certificate courses are provided by colleges, institutions, organizations and even found as online courses.
There are various other certificate courses as well.
CERTIFICATIONS
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Cyber security is divided into several sub fields. There are many options in cyber security to go to and all are high reward options.
TOP RECRUITERS
There are many institutions in India that promise to train an individual into a skilled asset for the industry but it is wise to choose an institution that has been certified by the government to ensure proper training and kick start for a productive career in the industry since only a good education can ensure a brighter future and transform an individual’s interest into a very efficient skill set.
Making a career in cybersecurity requires an array of skills. These skills can only be developed through hard work and persistence. If you are willing to put in enormous work, this is an ideal career for you.
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