Professional Certificate Programme in Cybersecurity and AI

Taught by IITM Pravartak guest faculty | Gain expertise in offensive, defensive and AI-driven cybersecurity

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Minimum Graduate; Diploma Holders with min. 5 years of work experience

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The Professional Certificate Programme in Cybersecurity and AI by IITM Pravartak is designed for professionals aiming to build deep, practical expertise in both offensive and defensive cybersecurity, while gaining in-demand skills in AI-driven cybersecurity practices.

This 3-in-1 programme includes:

Certification from IITM Pravartak - the technology innovation hub of IIT Madras

CISSP training for leadership roles in cybersecurity

3 IBM certificates on GenAI, Encryption and Forensics

The programme is led by Prof. Noor Mohammed, cybersecurity guest faculty at IITM Pravartak and features select live masterclasses, and weekly recorded lectures, complemented by domain expert-led live sessions that deepen your understanding of advanced cybersecurity concepts, tools, and real-world applications.

A few weeks including CISSP training and offensive cybersecurity fundamentals are taught by domain experts only.

Led by IITM Pravartak Guest Faculty

Taught by Prof. Noor M, cybersecurity expert and guest faculty

IITMP Guest Faculty Pedagogy

Select live masterclasses and weekly recorded videos by IITM Pravartak guest faculty*

Global Cybersecurity Training

CISSP training by domain experts

IBM Industry Certification

Get industry-ready with 3 IBM certificates on GenAI, Encryption, and Forensics

AI- driven modules on anomaly detection, adversarial defense, and more

Domain Expert (DE) Sessions

Weekly live sessions (including doubt solving) covering key concepts & hands-on applications

IITM Research Park Immersion

Two-day campus immersion event at IIT Madras Research Park (Optional)

10+ Cutting-Edge Tools

Get hands on learning with OpenVAS, Nessus, Wireshark, SQLMap, and more tools

Study of Global Frameworks

Learn frameworks like GDPR, ISO 27017, and more

Solve complex industry problems through a comprehensive capstone project

Career Services Support

Six -months IIMJobs Pro membership, resume builder, and career preparation

All programme highlights stated in this section and across the programme are subject to change at the discretion of IITM Pravartak and Emeritus.

Only participants who have successfully completed the programme will be allowed to visit the IITM Research Park.

Overall, 50% attendance in both domain-expert led live sessions and live faculty masterclasses are required to achieve programme completion.

A few weeks including CISSP training and offensive cybersecurity fundamentals are taught by domain experts only.

The immersion will only be conducted with a minimum number of learners signing up.

Domain expert is the programme leader responsible for conducting weekly live sessions.

*Schedule for faculty masterclass will be shared post programme orientation.

Guest Faculty, IITM Pravartak

- Ph.D. Degree in Computer Science and Engineering from IIT Madras - M.Tech. Degree in Electronics Design Technology from National Institute of Electronics and Information Tec...

Professional Certificate Programme in Cybersecurity and AI by IITM Pravartak

Other Outdated/Non-Accredited Technical Certificate Programmes

Certification from a Top Ranked Institution

Certification from IITM Pravartak, which is the technology innovatrion hub of a leading engineering institute

Certification from non-accredited or low-ranked institutes

IITM Pravartak Faculty-Led Teaching

Select live masterclasses and weekly recorded videos by Prof. Noor Mahammad SK, presenting learners with an opportunity to learn directly from IITM Pravartak guest faculty

Limited involvement from institute faculty

Depth of Cybersecurity and AI Topics

Emphasis on technical foundations with hands-on training, exploring case studies in cybersecurity alongside AI-driven anomaly detection, adversarial defence, and SOC automation using industry-standard tools.

Programmes are designed with a narrow scope and their technical depth is low to moderate at best

Professional Industry Certification Training

Prestigious CISSP certification training is part of the curriculum

Rarely offered additional certificate trainings that often come with additional costs

Professional IBM Certification

Three IBM professional certifications that instantly add credibility to your resume

Additional certifications are rarely offered and come with add-on costs

Get access to more than 10 most in-demand tools, such as Nmap, Metasploit, SEToolkit, OpenVAS, Nessus, Wireshark, SQLMap, and more.

Curricula covering fewer and outdated tools, with no access to masterclasses and little guidance from domain experts/faculty

This programme is designed for professionals who are looking to battle growing security threats in an increasingly digital landscape while building a lucrative career in the field with strong AI expertise. If you are a technical professional looking to deepen your expertise, this programme is tailored to your needs.

Specifically, this programme is ideal for:

Seasoned IT and Tech Professionals: System administrators, network engineers, and IT support experts looking to specialise in cybersecurity.

Administrators and Support Professionals: Organisation personnel tasked with securing and maintaining IT infrastructure.

Product Owners and Consultants: IT professionals seeking cybersecurity knowledge.

Aspiring Cybersecurity Enthusiasts: Individuals who are looking to start or transition into a cybersecurity career and want a structured entry.

Implement and drive cybersecurity technologies

Showcase hands-on applications of advanced tools and frameworks

Transition towards mainstream cybersecurity roles at pace

Elevate your cybersecurity skills with AI

Eligibility criteria for this programme:

Minimum Graduate; Diploma Holders with min. 5 years of work experience

Introduction to Operating Systems and System Architecture

Virtual Memory: Paging, Segmentation, and Configuration

File Systems: FAT, NTFS, ext3/4 and File Management

Understanding and Managing File Permissions (Windows and Linux)

User Mode vs. Kernel Mode and Privilege Levels

PowerShell and Bash: Commands and Scripting

Introduction to Virtualisation and Setting Up Kali Linux

[Taught by IIT Faculty and Domain Experts]

Introduction to Networking and Network Topologies

Network Devices: NIC, Hub, Switch, Router and Repeater

OSI and TCP/IP Model: Comparison and Implementation

IP Addressing: IPv4, IPv6 and Subnetting

Network Protocols: DNS, TCP, UDP, ARP, ICMP

Packet Analysis with Wireshark (TCP, UDP, ARP)

WLAN Security and Wireless Encryption (WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3)

[Taught by IIT Faculty and Domain Experts]

Cyber Intelligence and Reconnaissance

Threat Enumeration and Cyber Risk Management

Exploitation and Network Attack Strategies

Phishing, Social Engineering, and Malware

DoS Exploits and Secure Session Management

[Taught by Domain Experts]

Firewall Evasion and Web Server Security

Web Application Security and Exploitation

Wireless, Mobile, and IoT Security

Cryptography and Cloud Security

[Taught by Domain Experts]

Security and Risk Management

Security Architecture and Engineering

Communication and Network Security

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Security Assessment and Testing

Software Development Security

[Taught by Domain Experts]

Deep Learning and NLP for Cybersecurity

AI-Driven Anomaly and Malware Detection Techniques

User Behavior Analytics (UEBA) and Insider Threat Detection

Adversarial Attacks and Model Robustness in AI Systems

AI Integration with SIEM and SOAR for Automated Threat Response

MITRE ATT&CK Framework for Threat Hunting

Ethics, Bias, and Governance in AI Security

[Taught by IIT Faculty and Domain Experts]

An introduction to Cloud Security

Identity and Access Management (IAM) in the Cloud

Cloud Data Security and Encryption

Cloud Security Monitoring and Incident Response

Securing Cloud Applications and Workloads

[Taught by IIT Faculty and Domain Experts]

An introduction to SOC and Threat Monitoring

Incident Response and Threat Hunting

[Taught by IIT Faculty and Domain Experts]

Introduction to Digital Forensics

Digital Evidence Collection and Analysis

Network and Log Forensics

Malware Memory Forensics

Mobile and Cloud Forensics

[Taught by IIT Faculty and Domain Experts]

The capstone project is a comprehensive, real-world assignment in which participants apply their knowledge and skills to solve industry-specific problems

It integrates concepts from their coursework, encouraging critical thinking and innovation

Capstone projects help participants gain hands-on experience, making them industry ready by demonstrating their ability to tackle complex challenges in a professional setting

All programme curriculum is subject to change as per the discretion of IITM Pravartak or Emeritus.

The programme curriculum consists of content from both IIT Madras Guest faculty and domain experts. 60% of the pre-recorded content is taught by the faculty and the rest is taught by the domain experts.

Live sessions are held on weekends. CISSP training includes sessions on both Saturday and Sunday, with most content delivered live.

Get Started with Generative AI in Cybersecurity

SIEM and SOC Tasks Using Generative AI

Final Project and Exam

Introduction to encryption

The Quantum era and Quantum computers

Safeguard your data with Quantum-safe cryptography

IBM’s Quantum-safe solution

Incident Response Fundamentals

Digital Forensics and Investigation

Personal laptop/desktop with Windows 10/11 (64-bit) or Ubuntu 20.04+, VMware Workstation (Free), minimum 12 GB RAM (16 GB recommended), 4-core Intel i5/i7 or AMD equivalent, and 120 GB free SSD storage.

Learners must have a personal system meeting minimum hardware and virtualization requirements to run hands-on labs. Company-issued, restricted, or low-spec devices (e.g., 8 GB RAM) may not support all lab activities.

The Professional Certificate Programme in Cybersecurity and AI by IITM Pravartak equips learners with deep technical knowledge in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. It offers cybersecurity course training, hands-on labs with 10+ tools, and prepares students for global certifications like CISSP and 3 IBM industry certificates for higher industry-readiness.

Yes, the programme includes CISSP training aligned with ISC2 standards to help you prepare for the certification. (Please note: the certification exam voucher is not included.)

CISSP certification focuses on advanced cybersecurity leadership. This programme provides CISSP-aligned training to help you build a strong foundation for senior cybersecurity roles.

The CISSP training is included in the programme fee. Learners receive comprehensive preparation through live sessions. (Please note: the CISSP exam fee is not included and must be paid separately to ISC2. )

The course includes a dedicated module on AI in Cybersecurity, providing hands-on experience with AI-driven cybersecurity solutions. Completing the programme also adds to your credentials for artificial intelligence certification and AI certification programmes.

Anyone with a graduate degree (10+2+3) or diploma with minimum 5 years of experience can apply. The course is ideal for professionals with more than 5 years of experience looking for cybersecurity certification training aiming for standards like CISSP.

Yes. Participants will be trained for global cybersecurity certifications, including the ISC2 CISSP certification. The curriculum aligns with ISC2 certifications, making your skills recognised worldwide.

Yes, this programme integrates AI certification programs by teaching AI's application in cybersecurity. This dual focus on cybersecurity and AI ensures that you gain interdisciplinary skills highly valued in today’s job market.

After completion, participants gain access to Emeritus Career Services, including an IIMJobs Pro membership. You will be well-positioned to earn roles requiring cybersecurity professional certificate credentials or transition into cybersecurity certifications for beginners' pathways.

Flexible payment options available.