Information & Cyber Security Analysts (AI Integrated)

Preamble

The "Information and  Cyber Security (AI integrated)" program is designed to equip professionals with comprehensive knowledge and skills in the field of cyber security, emphasizing the integration of artificial intelligence (AI). This 440-hour program spans over six months, encompassing theory, practical sessions, and a capstone project. The curriculum is structured into four modules, progressing from fundamental concepts to advanced topics, preparing participants for professional careers in cyber security.

Training Outcomes

• To provide a strong foundation in the principles and practices of cyber security.

• To develop intermediate and advanced skills in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating cyber threats.

• To integrate AI techniques and tools in enhancing cyber security measures.

• To offer hands-on experience with real-world cyber security tools and scenarios by engaging in live projects.

• To prepare participants for professional certifications and careers in cyber security.

UNIQUENESS

• Approved by NASSCOM

• AI Integration to Cyber Security Analysis

• Blended mode with Online delivery and opportunity to get exposure in WEBEL Cyber Security centre of excellence

• Covers Information, network, application security and forensics

• Several assignments, Live Project Participation, Capstone Project

• Industry integration for the course

Course Dimension

• Managing CYBER SECURITY THREATS

• Locating VULNERABILITY

• Threat DETECTION and Addressing

• INCIDENT RESPONSE AND MANAGEMENT

• CYBER SECURITY Connected to 

• Information Security

• Network Security

• Application security and

• Forensic

Eligibility

• Graduates in any discipline

• IT professionals wishing to make career shift

• B Tech and MBA students

• Corporate professionals in related field to upscale

• Pan India with focus on digital audience 

Course Anatomy

Total duration of the course

• 308 hours (of theory and practical sessions) PLUS Capstone Project - 60 hours

• Theory – 198 hours   |    Practical, Project assignments – 170 hours

• SECTION A : INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION, NETWORK AND CYBER SECURITY  -  (Total Duration - 85 hrs : Theory 55 + Practical 30)

• SECTION B : CYBER SECURITY THREATS, VULNERABILITY, DETECTION, INCIDENT RESPONSE AND MANAGEMENT (Total Duration - 83 hrs : Theory 55 + Practical 28)

• SECTION C : NETWORK SECURITY AND FORENSIC - (Total Duration - 45 hrs : Theory 27 + Practical 18)

• SECTION D : INFORMATION SECURITY, APPLICATION SECURITY (Total Duration - 77 hrs : Theory 48 + Practical 29)

• SECTION E : Employability Skill and PROJECTS

 Course Structure 

• Extensive demo and exercise

• Several projects on use of various tools

• Capstone project

• In Hybrid Mode with offline classes from campus with remote access through smart classroom

• Managed through a LMS platform with separate web page for each batch

• All digital content available through web page of the batch

• Flexible  structure customised each week while making the weekly roster

Delivery

Program Delivery Pedagogy

• Interactive theoretical sessions to cover fundamental and advanced concepts.

• Practical sessions in a controlled environment to apply theoretical knowledge.

• Real-world scenarios to enhance problem-solving skills.

• Engagement in live projects

• Opportunity to get engaged in WEBEL Cyber Security Centre of Excellence

• Interactions with Industry Experts.

• A comprehensive project to apply learning in a practical, real-world context.

• Regular quizzes, assignments, and exams to evaluate understanding and progress.

Practical Sessions

• Practical sessions will include hands-on exercises with cyber security tools and AI applications, such as:

• Network security simulations

• Ethical hacking and penetration testing

• AI-based threat detection and response

• Incident response and management

• Secure coding practices

Software and Hardware Requirements

• Software: Kali Linux, Wireshark, Metasploit, Nessus, Splunk, TensorFlow, PyTorch

• Hardware: Laptops/Desktops with minimum 8GB RAM, 500GB SSD, and i5 processor or higher; Network simulation equipment; Virtual lab infrastructure. 

Broad Coverage

SECTION A : INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION, NETWORK AND CYBER SECURITY  -  (Total Duration - 85 hrs : Theory 55 + Practical 30)

• Module 1: Bridge Module -  Introduction to various operating systems, network systems, and digital forensics  - (20 hours)

• Module 2 (Bridge Module):  Fundamental Concepts in  Cyber Security : Mapped to SSC/N0901

• Module 3 : Introduction to Network Security : Mapped to  SSC/N0901 QP Code: SSC/Q0903

• Module 4 : Cyber Security Policies, procedure, standards and Governance  (10 hours) : Mapped to  SSC/N0909 (Version 1) QP Code: SSC/Q0903

• Module 5 : Introduction of AI in Cyber Security

SECTION B : CYBER SECURITY THREATS, VULNERABILITY, DETECTION, INCIDENT RESPONSE AND MANAGEMENT (Total Duration - 83 hrs : Theory 55 + Practical 28)

• Module 6 : Identification of  Cyber Security threats and vulnerabilities 

• Module 7 : Threats and vulnerability analysis : Mapped to  Mapped to SSC/N0909  QP Code: SSC/Q0903

• Module 8 : Incident Response and Management (20 hours)

• Mapped to  Mapped to SSC/N0903 QP Code: SSC/Q0903

• Module 9 : Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing (20 hours)

• Module 10 : AI Techniques for Threat Detection

SECTION C : NETWORK SECURITY AND FORENSIC - (Total Duration - 45 hrs : Theory 27 + Practical 18)

• Module 11 : Network Security 

• Module 12 : Forensic Analysis 

• Module 13 : Advanced Network Security Solutions 

SECTION D : INFORMATION SECURITY, APPLICATION SECURITY (Total Duration - 77 hrs : Theory 48 + Practical 29)

• Module 14 : Technological Developments in Application Security : Mapped to SSC/N0909 (Version 1)

• Module 15 : Web and cloud application security : Mapped to SSC/N0909 (Version 1)

• Module 16 : Information System Security features and management : Mapped to SSC/N0901 (Version 2) and Mapped to SSC/N0903 

• Module 17 : Web Application Secure Configuration : Mapped to SSC/N0910 (Version 1)

• Module 18 : Monitoring Application Security (10 Hrs) : Mapped to SSC/N0910 (Version 1)

• Module 19 : Advanced Cryptography 

• Module 20 : AI-driven Security Operations 

SECTION E : Employability Skill and PROJECTS

• Module 21 : Workplace data management, planning of work requirement : Mapped to SSC/N9001 (Version 2)

• Module 22 : Employability and basic communicative skills : Mapped to SSC/N9002 (Version 2)

• Module 23 : Essential digital skills, Entrepreneurship, career development, goal setting and job readiness

• Module 24 : Capstone Project (60 hours) : To choose one project out of a list to be provided.