Course offered by Rudra Education

Program Overview

The Online Postgraduate Diploma in Cyber Security is a dedicated one-year course designed for graduates and IT professionals who want to acquire skills in safeguarding digital infrastructure and securing information in a rapidly connected world. This online course teaches major concepts like network security, ethical hacking, cryptography, risk assessment, and cyber law.

With increasing global threats to system security and data privacy, this program educates students in real-world digital forensics, security protocols, and offensive and defensive cybersecurity methods. It is perfect for those joining the field of cybersecurity, preparing for government or corporate security jobs, or advancing towards certifications such as CEH, CompTIA Security+, or CISSP.

If you are looking to enhance your IT competency or seeking a dedicated cyber career, this diploma gives you the technical advantage you need for contemporary cybersecurity professions.

Program Highlights

Fully online, one-year postgraduate diploma in cyber defense, digital security, and risk management.

Main Topics Covered:

• Information Security Basics
• Network Protection and Protocols
• Cyber Laws, Ethics, and Compliance
• Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing
• Cryptography and Data Security
• Security Monitoring and Operations
• Forensics and Incident Response
• Cloud and Application Security
• Provided through a practical and interactive learning platform with labs, virtual simulations, case study analysis, and mentorship.
• Intended for graduates of any discipline—preferably IT or technical—and those who aspire to work in cybersecurity.

Competencies Acquired

• Identification and countermeasures against security threats
• Deploying encryption and firewall policies
• Ethical hacking methods and penetration testing
• Legal and policy-based knowledge of cyber practices
• Handling cyber incidents and recovering data

Career Prospects

• Cybersecurity Analyst
• Network Security Associate
• Ethical Hacker or Penetration Tester
• Information Security Officer
• Data Privacy Analyst
• SOC (Security Operations Center) Technician
• And perfect preparation for certifications such as CEH, CISSP, CompTIA Security+, or pursuing further studies in Cyber Law or InfoSec.

Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor's degree in any field (science and IT background preferred)
• Excellent interest in cybersecurity, IT systems, or digital law
• Final-year students are permitted to apply provisionally according to institutional standards