In a significant step towards further strengthening India’s cyber defense capabilities and building a skilled cybersecurity workforce CERT-In and Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to launch Professional Development Programs in Cybersecurity for professionals across Government, Public Sector and Industry.
Under the MoU, an 8-week Professional Development Program in Cybersecurity, designed for working professionals from Government, PSUs, and Industry is launched by BITS-Pilani. The program will be delivered by BITS Pilani through its Centre for Research Excellence in National Security (CRENS) at the Hyderabad Campus along with its technology partner Rapifuzz, under the guidance and mentorship of CERT-In.
The collaboration aims to address the growing demand for structured, high-impact capacity building in cybersecurity an area of increasing importance amid evolving digital threats and cyber security challenges. The program begins on July 19, 2025, and is open to professionals across domains, including those without prior coding experience. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Professional Development Certificate in Cybersecurity, co-branded by CERT-In and BITS Pilani underscoring both academic rigor and national institutional recognition.
Participants will gain expertise in key topics such as
Cyber Threats and Vulnerabilities
Network Security (Firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs)
Secure Communication and Cryptography
Cybersecurity Policies, Legal Frameworks, and Incident Management
Advanced Topics including Cloud, Mobile, and Advanced Persistent Threats