MCA - Cyber Security (Apprentices Embedded )
(In Association with Cyber Dojo)
MCA (Cyber Security &
Cyber Defence)
(in partnership with Cyber Dojo and powered by Intel & NASSCOM)
pROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
- Step into the dynamic and high-stakes world of cybersecurity with the MCA in Cyber Security & Cyber Defence, offered in collaboration with Cyber Dojo – The School of CyberDefense, and powered by Intel and NASSCOM. This industry-aligned postgraduate program is expertly designed to empower future cybersecurity professionals with cutting-edge skills, strategic thinking, and hands-on experience necessary to lead in today’s complex cyber threat landscape.
- Spanning two years, this comprehensive MCA program blends rigorous academic foundations with real-world application through embedded apprenticeships, advanced threat simulations, and live cyber lab exercises. Developed in close partnership with industry experts, the curriculum ensures students are trained on current technologies, frameworks, and real-time attack vectors that reflect the demands of the modern security ecosystem.
- Unlike conventional computer applications programs, this specialized pathway integrates practical learning modules led by skilled professionals and cybersecurity practitioners from across industry sectors. Students gain early and continuous exposure to real-world challenges, including red teaming, malware analysis, digital forensics, cloud security, and AI-driven threat intelligence.
- The curriculum advances through core and emerging domains such as network defense, ethical hacking, cyber law, vulnerability assessment, and incident response frameworks, preparing learners to detect, respond to, and neutralize sophisticated cyber threats across enterprise, cloud, and government environments.
- Graduates emerge not only with technical mastery but also with the strategic and investigative mindset required to become cybersecurity analysts, digital forensics specialists, threat intelligence experts, and future-ready leaders capable of defending digital infrastructure on a global scale.
Advanced Red, Blue, and Purple Team Operations – Participate in enterprise-grade cyber simulations designed to build offensive, defensive, and collaborative response capabilities using real-world attack frameworks and security tools.
Industry-Co-Curated Technical Projects – Solve complex cybersecurity problems through projects developed in collaboration with industry professionals, ensuring relevance to current threat landscapes and organizational defense strategies.
Domain-Specific Capstone Projects with Expert Mentorship – Conclude the program with capstone work in specialized areas like malware analysis, cloud security, or incident response, guided by senior industry mentors.
Cybersecurity Solutions Engineering & Pre-Sales Training – Learn to map technical solutions to business outcomes and pitch them effectively, preparing for roles in technical consulting and client engagement.
Build Your Personal Cyber Brand from Day One – Establish your professional presence through technical blogs, GitHub projects, CTF participations, and research-driven portfolios tailored for visibility in the cybersecurity community.
Mission-Critical Cyber Skills Development – Gain deep expertise in key areas such as SIEM analysis, DevSecOps, threat hunting, AI-powered detection, and secure system design aligned with NIST and MITRE frameworks.
Real-Time Security Operations Center Exposure – Intern inside functioning SOCs to analyze live telemetry, investigate threats, and assist in coordinated incident response alongside experienced analysts.
Curriculum Aligned with Industry Demand – Acquire job-ready skills mapped to global standards (NASSCOM/NSTC, MITRE ATT&CK, NIST) to ensure direct applicability in cybersecurity roles across industries.
Academic + Field Experience That Converts to Jobs – Leverage hands-on project work and internships to build résumés that demonstrate both theoretical depth and applied technical capability.
Graduate with a Portfolio That Speaks for You – Complete the program with a collection of practical deliverables such as forensic reports, attack simulations, and automated threat analysis tools to showcase your readiness to employers.
Industry-Led Projects That Lead to Hiring Pipelines – Work on externally validated cybersecurity initiatives in collaboration with companies actively seeking fresh talent, increasing your chances of pre-placement offers.
- Graduates of the MCA in Cyber Security & Cyber Defence program will emerge as highly skilled professionals equipped with advanced knowledge, hands-on expertise, and strategic thinking essential to navigating the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats. This postgraduate program offers a deep integration of academic rigor and applied industry experience, empowering students to take on critical cybersecurity roles across sectors.
- Learners will develop mastery in both foundational and cutting-edge domains, including ethical hacking, digital forensics, SOC operations, threat intelligence, cyber incident response, and cloud-native security. Through active engagement with Red, Blue, and Purple Team exercises, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of offensive, defensive, and hybrid security operations—key to operating in high-risk, real-world cyber environments.
- In addition to deep technical skills, students will acquire proficiency with enterprise-grade tools such as SIEM platforms, threat detection automation, EDR systems, and GRC frameworks. Exposure to zero-trust architectures, secure software design, and AI-assisted security models prepares graduates for leadership in both technical and strategic roles.
- The program emphasizes experiential learning through full-scale, industry-defined capstone projects focused on real organizational challenges. Under expert mentorship, students design and implement cyber defense solutions that align with global standards and industry frameworks. These projects, often conducted in collaboration with enterprise security teams, showcase students’ ability to think critically, solve complex problems, and demonstrate job-readiness from day one.
- By program completion, graduates will have accumulated substantial practical experience through labs, internships, and competitions, leaving them well-equipped with a professional portfolio and the confidence to take on diverse cybersecurity roles in government, enterprises, and consulting.
- The Apprenticeship- MCA in Cyber Security, offered in collaboration with Cyber Dojo – The School of CyberDefense, is a cutting-edge postgraduate program that provides students with a comprehensive education and real-world experience in the fast-evolving field of cybersecurity. This unique program integrates intensive industry exposure, going beyond traditional classroom learning to equip students with the skills and practical experience needed to combat emerging cyber threats. Graduates will emerge not only with an advanced degree but also with hands-on expertise that positions them for success in the global cybersecurity job market.
- One of the most distinctive features of this program is the apprenticeship model, which ensures that students start gaining practical, industry-specific experience from day one. Throughout their studies, students actively participate in cybersecurity operations within professional environments, including Security Operations Centers (SOCs). By working on live cybersecurity incidents, managing threat detection systems, and defending against real-world cyberattacks, students are continuously applying their academic knowledge to practical challenges, bridging the gap between theory and real-world execution.
- The program also offers personalized mentorship from leading industry experts who play an active role in shaping the student experience. These experts collaborate on complex projects, provide insights into the latest cybersecurity trends, and offer one-on-one guidance throughout the program. By engaging in real-world scenarios such as Red, Blue, and Purple Team strategies, students gain exposure to a comprehensive range of defensive, offensive, and integrated cybersecurity techniques. Specialized modules in ethical hacking, threat intelligence, and digital forensics further deepen students’ understanding of modern cyber defense.
- Upon completion, graduates are equipped with a robust portfolio of industry-relevant projects and over 300 hours of real-world training, positioning them as highly competitive candidates in the cybersecurity job market. With many students converting their apprenticeship experiences into full-time job offers, this program provides not only a strong academic foundation but also a direct pathway into the cybersecurity workforce. Armed with technical proficiency, practical expertise, and professional mentorship, students leave the program with the confidence, knowledge, and skills needed to excel in one of the most dynamic and rewarding industries today.
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COURSE DETAILS
COURSE FACT SHEET
ELIGIBILITY
(For ADMISSION)
04 SEMESTER
(02 YEARS FULL TIME)
Rs. 65000
(TUITION FEES PER SEMSTER**)
COURSE FACT SHEET
ELIGIBILITY
Passed any graduation degree (e.g.: B.E. / B.Tech./ B.Sc / B.Com. / B.A./ B. Voc./ BCA etc.,) preferably with Mathematics at 10+2 level or at Graduation level Obtained at least 50% marks (45% marks in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) in the qualifying examination. (for students having no Mathematics background has to undergo a compulsory bridge course on Mathematics & related Computer Subject framed by SSU)
4 SEMESTER
(2 YEARS FULL TIME)
INR 65,000
(TUITION FEE PER SEMESTER**)
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