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Scope and challenge for Cyber Security professionals - 30-Dec-2013
Cyber security is referred to as information technology security, focuses on protecting computers, networks, programs and data from unintended or unauthorized access, change or destruction.
Increase in criminal activities through computer network has led to the focus of attention towards protecting sensitive business and personal information, as well as safeguard national security.
Most developed nations agree that cyber attacks and digital spying are the top threat to the country's security, out shadowing terrorism.
Subsequently, scope for Cyber security professionals in data protection system of the nation, companies, etc., is huge.
In fact, today national security and business interests of a country totally depends upon cyber security.
Entry-level position of a cyber security professional is a position that requires least work experience with the responsibility of correlating broad security guidelines of the organization with daily security operations.
Middle level managers' responsibility would be management of security programs, data security, policy creation & management, business continuity and disaster recovery. Only persons with prior experience are likely to be considered for this position.
Next top-level position is Chief information officer. The role of this senior position is to rationalize cost of current and future investments to minimize information risks. This position is only meant for persons with good experience.
Although there is a little chance for a fresher but you can get the job after having few years of experience.
Pre-requisite for Cyber Security Job:
Must be a graduate in any discipline, but preferred, a degree in computer science. Basically, candidates with software engineering background can easily make their way in.
Good knowledge of computer networks and understanding of hackers mind is a must.
Certified courses like CISA (Certified Information System Auditor), CISM (Certified Information Security Management), CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professionals) are available for aspiring students.
Other well-known courses are CCSP (Cisco Certified Security Professional) and MCSE (Microsoft Certified System Engineer)
Cyber security professionals are much sought by state police departments, intelligence wing of the army and private companies.
Salary for cyber security professional with one-year experience is around Rs 300,000 Per Annum.
Persons with 5 years of experience can yield about Rs 8 to 10 Lakhs.
In India, scope of cyber security job is very bright. but with some experience its a lucrative career option. As world is coming together, we need more secure and reliable communication systems.
According to an updated press note, with more information and data being hacked these days, the role of cyber security professionals is going to be extremely challenging.
