About this course
Enhance your career prospects with the NxT Certified Cyber Security Professional course. This comprehensive program is designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge required to tackle modern cybersecurity challenges.
Over a duration of 6 months, you will engage in hands-on learning, real-world projects, and expert-led sessions that cover:
- Fundamentals of Cyber Security
- Network Security
- Threat Analysis and Risk Management
- Incident Response and Management
- Compliance and Regulatory Issues
Tools you will master
Hands-on practice on the same software that companies use every day.
What you will study, module by module
- Overview of Cybersecurity
- Ethical Hacking Principles
- Types of Cyber Threats
- Legal and Ethical Issues
- Network Fundamentals
- Firewall Technologies
- Intrusion Detection Systems
- Network Protocols Security
- Penetration Testing Methodologies
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Exploitation Techniques
- Reporting and Remediation
- Basics of Cryptography
- Encryption Algorithms
- Data Integrity
- Public Key Infrastructure
- Types of Malware
- Malware Analysis Techniques
- Reverse Engineering Tools
- Mitigation Strategies
- Cloud Security Fundamentals
- Threat Intelligence Sources
- Risk Assessment in Cloud
- Compliance in Cloud Security
- Forensic Investigation Process
- Incident Response Planning
- Data Recovery Techniques
- Legal Considerations
- Red Team Tactics
- Blue Team Defense Strategies
- Simulated Attack Scenarios
- Collaboration and Communication
- AI Basics and Everyday Uses
- Generative AI: How It Works
- Prompt Engineering Foundations
- AI for Study and Workplace Tasks
- Fact-Checking and Reliable Research
- Privacy, Safety and Responsible Use
- Integrated Practice and Review
After this course you will be able to
- Understand the core principles of cybersecurity and its importance in today's digital landscape.
- Identify and mitigate various cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
- Develop skills in incident response and recovery strategies.
- Gain knowledge of compliance standards and regulatory frameworks.
- Implement effective network security measures.
Projects you will build
Conduct a security assessment of a fictional organization.
Create an incident response plan for a data breach scenario.
Develop a security policy document based on compliance standards.
Perform a risk analysis on a given IT infrastructure.
Jobs you can get after this course
Salary ranges are approximate for freshers in India and depend on city, company and your skills.
Who hires for these skills
Earn on your own
- Cybersecurity consultancy services
- Freelance ethical hacking
- Incident response services
- Security audits for small businesses
Is this course for you?
Best for
- 12th pass students
- Graduates seeking career change
- Job seekers in tech
- Working professionals aiming to upskill
- Anyone interested in cybersecurity
Eligibility
Candidates with a basic understanding of IT and computer systems are eligible to enroll. Prior experience in networking or programming is advantageous but not mandatory.
What you get with ISDM NxT
Upon successful completion, you will receive an NxT Certified Cyber Security Professional certificate from ISDM NxT.
How we help you get a job
- 1
Personalized resume building assistance
- 2
Mock interviews with feedback
- 3
Access to job offers
- 4
Guidance in job applications
Your certificate & marksheet
After passing the final exam you receive an ISDM NxT certificate and marksheet like these. Tap to view.
Sample only - the real certificate carries your name, photo, marks, enrolment number and a QR code for online verification.
What next after this course
Questions students ask
The NxT Certified Cyber Security Professional course lasts for 6 months.
A basic understanding of IT and computer systems is recommended, but prior experience in networking or programming is not mandatory.
Yes, upon successful completion of the course and all assignments, you will receive a certification as a Cyber Security Professional.
Absolutely! The course includes several hands-on projects that simulate real-world cybersecurity scenarios.