Information Technology (IT) security is a collection of cyber security measures meant to prevent unauthorised access to organisational assets such as data, networks, and computers. It safeguards sensitive data and any hacking activities that could disrupt an organization's operations.

It is critical to safeguard digital data against hackers. IT security is not an inexpensive investment, but a breach into an organization's system caused by malware such as Ransom ware, Spyware, and viruses may be significantly more costly and may result in a catastrophe for the organisation.

Students in Information Technology Security courses learn about security protocols and protection methods such as cryptography, encryption standards, and biometrics, which are all commonly utilised today. They also allow students to study legal concerns such as rules and cyber security adherence.

Students in this subject learn how to assess operating systems and correct internal flaws. They also learn how to detect and prevent virtual breaches, which can result in the spread of hazardous computer viruses. In general, the program's ultimate purpose is to teach students how to analyse and mitigate cyber security risks.

Study Levels:

The following study levels are available for this programme:

• Advanced Diploma IT Security
• Associate Degree in Applied technologies
• Associate Degree in Technology
• Bachelor in Computing and IT and Business
• Bachelor in Computing and IT and Design
• Bachelor in Computing and IT and Mathematics
• Bachelor in Computing and IT and Psychology
• Bachelor in Computing and IT and Statistics
• Bachelor in IT Security
• Bachelor in Political Science and Security studies
• Bachelor of Computer Science
• Bachelor of Counter Terrorism Security and Intelligence
• Bachelor of Engineering
• Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology
• Bachelor of Information Technology
• Bachelor of Mathematics
• Bachelor of Networking
• Bachelor of Science
• Bachelor of Technology
• Diploma in IT Security
• Graduate Diploma IT Security
• Master in Computing and IT and Business
• Master in Computing and IT and Design
• Master in Computing and IT and Psychology
• Master in Computing and IT and Statistics
• Master in IT Security
• Master of Computer Science
• Master of Counter Terrorism Security and Intelligence
• Master of Engineering
• Master of Information and Communication Technology
• Master of information technology
• Master of Mathematics
• Master of Networking
• Master of Science
• Master of Technology
• Postgraduate Diploma IT Security
• Pre-bachelor degree in Business Computing and IT
• Doctor of Philosophy in Information Technology Security

Specialisation:

This programme is expected to include the following specialisation:

• Advanced Digital Forensics
• Application of Programming Principles
• Architectural Thinking for Security
• Asymmetric Cryptography
• Business Systems Analysis and Design
• C Programming
• Cloud Computing
• Computer Fundamentals
• Computer Law and Cyber Security Management
• Computer Networks
• Computer Systems
• Cryptography
• Cyber Situational Awareness
• Cyber Threat Intelligence and Incident Response
• Cybercrime
• Database Design and Implementation
• Database Systems
• Enterprise Security and Privacy
• Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures
• Information and Network Security
• Information Assurance
• Information Security for Business and Government
• Information Security Management
• Linux Security
• Malware Analysis
• Mathematics for Computing
• Multimedia Security and Digital Forensics
• Networks and Cyber Security
• Penetration Testing
• Principles of Programming
• Professionalism in Forensics and Security
• Secure Systems and Applications
• Security by Design
• Security Information and Event Management
• Software and Security Management
• Symmetric Cryptography
• Web Application Development
• Windows Forensics

Employability:

Some career prospects for graduates of an IT security programme in India include:

• Director Information Security
• Principal Information Security Engineer
• Information Security Staff Engineer
• Information Security Assessment Lead
• Information Security Analyst
• Information Security Engineer
• Information Security Manager
• Senior Specialist (Information Security)
• Compliance Consultant (Information Security)
• Associate: Information Security Management
• Information Security Officer
• Information Security Specialist
• Information Security and Regulatory Consultant

Graduates of an IT security programme may pursue the following careers abroad:

• Incident Manager
• Information Assurance Specialist
• Information Security Account Executive
• Information Security Software Engineer
• Information Technology Security Analyst
• Information Technology Security Architect
• Information Technology Security Awareness Manager
• Information Technology Security Consultant
• Information Technology Security Engineer
• Information Technology Security Risk Manager
• Information Technology Security Trainer
• Information Technology Specialist
• Network Security Detection Engineer
• Security Administrator
• Security Officer
• Security Operations Engineer
• Security Technology Administrator
• Technical Director
• Threat Researcher