In today’s world both business and private life is threatened every minute due to cyber security threats. Cyber security is vital because it covers everything that has to do with protecting our data from cyber attackers who wish to steal it and use it for malicious purposes. The job of a cyber security specialist is to plug all vulnerabilities in systems, networks, and infrastructures so that data does not slip into the hands of hackers.
The BCA program in Cyber Security is designed to equip students with the technical knowledge and skills needed to protect and defend against cyber threats and help them plan, implement, and monitor cyber security mechanisms to ensure the protection of information technology assets. Apart from the regular BCA program, the students are given specific exposure to topics covering :
E-commerce and digital payments
Social Media overview and security
Vulnerability analysis and Ethical Hacking
Tools and technologies for cyber security
Data privacy and data security
Cyber security management, compliance, and governance
The specialization is largely taught by industry professionals who give students live projects to work on. Students are also given internships with leading companies to gain practical knowledge.
Career in Cyber Security
Candidates who have completed two years Pre-University course of Karnataka State or its equivalent from any Indian or Foreign approved education board or institution are eligible for admission into this course as notified by the University from time to time.
The Data Security Council of India (DSCI), an association of the cybersecurity ecosystem players, expects the demand for cybersecurity products and services to grow exponentially from 1.10 lakh in 2019 to 10 lakh employees by 2025.