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Application Security Analyst
NSQF Level 5
Assess web applications, APIs and mobile apps for security vulnerabilities — OWASP Top 10, OWASP API Security Top 10 — and manage remediation aligned to nasscom NSQF Level 5 (SSC/Q0903). Application Security Analysts are essential in every organisation that builds or deploys software, with demand growing rapidly as digital transformation accelerates across Indian enterprises.
₹3–6L
Avg Salary
L 5
NSQF Level
22 cr.
ABC Credits
₹12K
GoI Incentive
Program Overview Video
1,500+ enrolled₹28L top package150+ hirers
NSQF LevelLevel 5
ABC Credits22 credits
GoI Incentive₹12,000
Salary Range₹3–6 LPA
Official Partners
MeitY · FutureSkills Prime
Ministry of Electronics & IT, Govt. of India
NSDC · Skill India
National Skill Development Corporation
Qualification Pack Specification
SSC/Q0903| QP Code | SSC/Q0903 |
| QP Version | v2.0 |
| NSQF Level | Level 5 |
| ABC Credits | 22 credits (NEP 2020 / NCrF compliant) |
| Certification Body | nasscom IT-ITeS Sector Skills Council |
| Assessment Body | NSDC Authorized Assessment Partner |
| Alignment | FutureSkills Prime · Skill India · NSQF 2022 |
| NAAC Criteria | 1.3.3 · 3.3.1 · ABC Integration Eligible |
| GoI Incentive | ₹12,000 per eligible candidate (via PFMS) |
| Industry Sectors | IT · ITeS · Telecom · BFSI |
Who is this program for?
Colleges, HoDs & Principals
Use nasscom CAC certificate as NAAC evidence under Criterion 1.3.3 & 3.3.1. Map syllabi to NOS standards. Fulfil ABC credit obligations for NEP 2020 compliance.
🎓 NAAC Evidence Provided
Placement Officers (TPOs)
nasscom-certified students are recognised by 300+ nasscom member companies. Higher offer-to-joining conversion from NSQF-aligned candidate profiles.
✅ 300+ nasscom Companies
Final Year Students & Freshers
Earn NSQF certification, ABC credits, and government incentive via PFMS direct bank transfer on placement.
💰 ₹12K GoI Incentive
Working Professionals
Upskill with industry-recognised NSQF certification. nasscom member companies fast-track QP-certified profiles in hiring pipelines.
Corporates & HR Teams
Pre-screen candidates using nasscom QP credentials. Qualify for GoI incentives when upskilling existing workforce via NSDC-approved schemes.
Official NAAC Evidence Support for Higher Education Institutions
Earn a nasscom Curriculum Alignment Certificate (CAC) — accepted as NAAC audit evidence. Institutions gain credible documentation for accreditation and NEP 2020 compliance.
National Occupational Standards (NOS)
SSC/Q0903MandatorySSC/N0958
Access API and Application for Security
64 hrs
MandatorySSC/N0959
Manage Application Security, Hardening and Vulnerability
64 hrs
MandatorySSC/N0960
Oversee the Cloud Security of Deployed Applications and Solutions to Detect Potential Breaches
32 hrs
MandatoryDGT/VSQ/N0102
Employability Skills
60 hrs
What You'll Be Able To Do
5 outcomes01
Assess APIs and web/mobile applications for security vulnerabilities — OWASP Top 10, OWASP API Security Top 10
02
Manage application security — hardening web servers, Active Directory, and application frameworks against attacks
03
Conduct vulnerability assessments and manage remediation lifecycle for application-layer vulnerabilities
04
Oversee cloud security of deployed applications — detect breaches, monitor compliance, and respond to incidents
05
Use PowerShell for system administration, log management, and security automation tasks
Government of India Incentive — ₹12,000 per Eligible Candidate
Via FutureSkills Prime · MeitY + nasscom · Disbursed through PFMS directly to learner's bank account
₹4,500
Training Fee Support
₹7,500
Post-Placement Incentive
PFMS
Direct Bank Transfer
Eligibility: Indian citizen, age 15–45. First-time skill certification only. Valid Aadhaar + active bank account required.
Curriculum & Syllabus
14 modulesSSC/Q0903
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14
Modules
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5
Outcomes
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4
NOS Units
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L5
NSQF
01
Application Security and Fundamental Concepts
6 topics
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02
Application Vulnerabilities
7 topics
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03
Application Security Testing and Documentation
6 topics
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04
Web Server, Application Security and Active Directory Hardening
6 topics
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05
Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
5 topics
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06
API and Application Security Practices
6 topics
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07
Application Security and Vulnerability Management
6 topics
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08
IT Infrastructure Security Management
6 topics
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09
PowerShell for System Administration and Log Management
6 topics
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10
Application Security Assessment and Threat Management
6 topics
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11
Risk Assessment and Incident Management
6 topics
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12
Ticket Management and Resolution
5 topics
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13
Security Compliance and Monitoring
5 topics
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14
Employability Skills
11 topics
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Want the full syllabus with NOS breakdowns & assessment pattern?
Constituent Workshops
1 workshopsComplete these nasscom-certified workshops to build the foundation for Application Security Analyst. Each awards NSQF credits and ABC credits independently.
Application Security & VAPT Workshop
Skills & Tech Stack
Tools & Technologies
Burp Suite ProfessionalOWASP ZAPSonarQube / Semgrep / CodeQL (SAST)Snyk / Dependabot / Black Duck (SCA)Postman / Newman (API testing)NmapMetasploit (authorised testing)PowerShellAWS Security Hub / Azure Defender for App ServiceModSecurity / AWS WAFTrivy (container scanning)DefectDojo / Dradis (vulnerability management)DVWA / WebGoat / Juice Shop (practice targets)
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nasscom Member Companies — Active Hirers
16 companiesTCSInfosysWiproHCL TechnologiesCognizantTech MahindraAccentureIBMCapgeminiLTIMindtreeHexawareMphasisPalo Alto NetworksCheck PointCrowdstrikeRapid7