Cyber security is the process of safeguarding computers, servers, devices, systems, networks and data against potential  dangers such as cybercrime, cyber attack and cyber terrorism. A robust cyber security policy is essential for any organisation to prevent the loss of extremely sensitive user information, which can result in irreversible harm to the organisation’s reputation and possibly its finances.

Malware, Ransomware, Injection attacks, Session management and Man-in-the-middle attacks, Phishing, Denial of service, Privilege escalation, Unpatched/Vulnerable software, Remote code execution, and Brute force are examples of exploiting software.

Cyber security courses are meant to give students and knowledge and skills they need to protect computer operating systems, networks and data against cyber attacks. Although many programmes emphasise security, there are also many interdisciplinary programmes. To help students become the best in their industry, they emphasise computer engineering, computer science and managerial abilities.

Students will learn how to safeguard network infrastructure, monitor threats, and implement security solutions on all elements of computer security with a degree in this discipline. They also provide in-depth knowledge of cyber security tools and best practises, such as digital forensic analytics, risk assessments, and corporate vulnerability assessments.

Study Levels

Cyber Security courses are available at the following levels of study:

• Cyber Security courses are available at the following levels of study:
• Bachelor in Computer Forensics and Security
• Bachelor in Computer Network and Cyber Security Engineer
• Bachelor in Cyber Security
• Bachelor in Cyber security Informatics
• Bachelor in Digital Forensics
• Bachelor in Information Management and Multimedia
• Bachelor in Information Technology and Security Systems
• Bachelor in Network Security
• Bachelor in Organization and Technology of Information Protection
• Bachelor in Organization and Technology of Information Security
• Bachelor of Applied Science in Cyber security and Forensics

• Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology
• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Business Administration
• Bachelor of Computer Science
• Bachelor of Engineering
• Bachelor of Science
• Master in Computer Forensics and Security
• Master in Computer Network and Cyber Security
• Master in Cyber Security

• Master in Cyber security Informatics
• Master in Digital Forensics
• Master in Information Management and Multimedia
• Master in Information Technology and Security Systems
• Master in Network Security
• Master in Organization and Technology of Information Protection
• Master in Organization and Technology of Information Security
• Master of Applied Science in Cyber security and Forensics
• Master of Applied Science in Information Technology
• Master of Arts
• Master of Business Administration
• Master of Computer Science
• Master of Engineering
• Master of Science

Many prominent universities and institutes offer online cybersecurity courses in addition to regular on-campus learning. These are available on a variety of online learning platforms, including edX, coursera, and udemy.

Specialisation

This sub-discipline's specialisation subjects include:

• Architecture and Policy
• Data Loss Prevention
• Governance, Risk, and Compliance
• Identity and Access Management
• Incident Response and Forensic Analysis
• Penetration Testing
• Secure DevOps
• Secure Software Development
• Application Security
• Cryptography & Key Management
• Cyberlaw & Contracts
• Forensics
• Network Security
• Penetration Testing & Red Teaming
• Policy Management & Governance
• Risk Assessment & Governance
• Security Architecture
• Security Education & Awareness
• Security Operations
• Security Systems Engineering
• Architecture and Design

• Policy Management
• Administration
• Analysis
• Security Testing
• Forensics Investigation

Employability

Some employment prospects for graduates of the Cyber Security profession in India include:

• Network Security Engineer
• Cyber Security Analyst
• Security Architect
• Cyber Security Manager
• Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
• Information Security Manager
• Cyber security Engineer
• Application Security Engineer
• Ethical Hackers
• Incident Manager
• Cyber security Consultant
• Cloud Security Engineer
• Security Specialist
• Incident Responder
• Cryptographer
• Security Auditor
• Forensic Expert
• Penetration Tester
• Source Code Auditor

Some employment prospects for graduates abroad in the subject of cyber security include:

• Chief Information Security Officer
• Chief Privacy Officer
• Computer Forensics
• Computer Forensics Analysts
• Computer Security Incident Responder
• Cryptanalysts
• Cryptographer
• Cybercrime Investigator
• Data Protection Officer
• Ethical Hacker
• Forensic Expert
• Incident Responder
• Information Security Analyst
• IT Security Consultant
• Malware Analyst
• Penetration Tester
• Penetration Tester
• Risk Manager
• Security Administrator
• Security Analyst
• Security Architect
• Security Auditor
• Security Code Auditor
• Security Consultant
• Security Engineer
• Security Manager
• Security Software Developer
• Security Specialist
• Security Systems Administrator
• Vulnerability Assessor