The world is changing at a drastic pace today, most of which can be attributed to digitalization. Technology and virtual life is continuing to intertwine with our real lives seamlessly. With so much time spent online, there’s also a steep rise in cyber crimes. As such, cyber security becomes indispensable.
Cyber Security degrees are becoming increasingly popular. And for a good reason too. Due to the growing demand of expertise in this area, professionals are paid adequately as well.
If you are thinking of going for this degree too, it is important to have an insight about it. So without further ado, let’s dive into what a career in cyber security entails from application for a Master’s degree to jobs, salaries, and much more.
Eligibility Criteria
The candidate must have completed a BSc or BE/BTech degree in Computer Science/IT/Cyber Security with a minimum aggregate score of 50%.
Required Skill Set
Basic requirements for pursuing cyber security includes proficiency in coding and problem-solving skills. Additionally, a wide range of knowledge about different websites, their vulnerabilities, and how to protect them is a must.
Entrance Exams
Many students dream to study from foreign universities. But their dreams fail to materialise either due to financial constraints or time constraints. To get rid of this obstacle, Gururo— a leading EdTech company— offers an opportunity to pursue a Master’s in Cyber Security from IU University (Germany) and LSBU (London). Students can be a part of this programme either online or offline. So if you already have a job, you need not worry about leaving it.
The fee for the above programme is ₹ 2,22,000, with the option of availing financial aid and EMIs.
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There are a number of Indian institutes offering this course as well, which include:
- NSHM Knowledge Campus
- Dr. K.N. Modi University
- Amity University
The average fees for a complete master’s programme in above mentioned institutes is ₹5,00,000.
Course Curriculum
Semester 1
- Cyber Security and Data Protection
- Cyber Risk Assessment and Management
- Programming with Python
- Theoretical Computer Science for IT Security
- Advanced Research Methods
- Cyber Systems and Network Forensics
Semester 2
- Seminar: Standards and Frameworks
- Elective
- Master Thesis and Colloquium
Electives
- Advanced Cyber Security and Cryptology
- Artificial Intelligence
- Audit and Security Testing
- Blockchain and Quantum Computing
- Continuous and Lifecycle Security
- Devsecops
- IT Service and Architecture Management
Job Profiles and Salaries
The following are the job profiles offered to graduates in cyber security, and the respective salaries:
- Ethical Hacker- INR 4,90,000
- Penetration Tester- INR 5,16,000
- Cyber Legal Service- INR 6,00,000
- Cryptographic Expert- INR 7,00,000
- Security Software Developer- INR 4,00,000
- Security Code Auditor- INR 5,00,000
Top Recruiters
The following companies are the top recruiters of cyber security graduates:
- Mindinventory
- Concetto Labs
- Ace Infoway
- Code Zeros
- Amazon
- Tata
- Infosys
- Wipro
- JustDial
- Capgemini
- Infosys
- Amazon
- Cognizant
- TCS
- BYJU’s
Pros and Cons
Pros
- There is no dearth of job opportunities, not only in India but also in foreign countries.
- The pay scale is attractive and given the growing demand of expertise in this field, it is only going to increase further.
- Cyber Security involves stimulating tasks which will keep your brain occupied throughout.
- Both government and private sector companies hire cyber security graduates.
Cons
- Learning will not cease to end. Technology is growing at an unprecedented rate and in case, you want your career to flourish, you’d have to keep yourself updated with the happenings of the technological world around you.
- Individuals will be expected to work overtime. That could strain the balance between your professional and personal life.
- There’s a huge pressure on individuals in this field to protect their client’s data from cyber crimes which can be frustrating sometimes and can also lead to burnout.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is Cyber Security?
Cyber Security is a disciple which deals with protection of data that is online from hackers. Due to digitisation, Cyber Security has been gaining popularity these days.
2. Which Indian institutes offer a Master’s in Cyber Security?
Currently, the following institutes offer this degree:
- NSHM Knowledge Campus
- Dr. K.N. Modi University
- Amity University
3. I want to pursue a Master’s degree from a foreign university, but I can’t afford it. What do I do?
The perfect solution for you is to opt for an online degree. That costs much lesser than an offline degree and you’d still be getting the same benefits.
4. What is the scope of cyber security in India?
The scope of Cyber Security is immense—not only in India but abroad as well. There is a huge demand of graduates as we are all currently witnessing global digitalization and as such, cyber security plays a huge role in today’s market.
5. What salary can I expect as a Cyber Security graduate?
The average salary that graduates earn after their Master’s ranges from 3LPA-8LPA. However, with experience there is a hike in salary as well.
6. Do I need to have studied computer science during undergraduation to be eligible for a Master’s in Cyber Security?
Not necessarily. If you have completed your B.Tech/B.Sc in related subjects such as IT or Cyber Security, you are still eligible.
7. Can I pursue a degree in Cyber Security online?
Yes, you can. In fact, you can complete your degree in just a year. Go through the following blog for more details:
