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🔐 Cybersecurity✦ nasscom IT-ITeS SSCNSQF L 5🏛️ GoI ₹12K Eligible📚 NAAC Evidence
Cybersecurity Analyst
NSQF Level 5
Monitor networks, detect threats and respond to security incidents using SIEM tools, vulnerability scanners and security frameworks aligned to nasscom NSQF Level 5 (SSC/Q8501). Cybersecurity Analysts are in critical shortage globally, with India alone needing over 1 million security professionals by 2027.
₹2.5–5L
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₹2.5–5 LPA
Official Partners
MeitY · FutureSkills Prime
Ministry of Electronics & IT, Govt. of India
NSDC · Skill India
National Skill Development Corporation
Qualification Pack Specification
SSC/Q8501| QP Code | SSC/Q8501 |
| 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/Q8501MandatorySSC/N8501
Monitor and analyse security events and alerts
40 hrs
MandatorySSC/N8502
Conduct vulnerability assessment and basic risk analysis
30 hrs
MandatorySSC/N0901
Apply security controls and harden IT systems
20 hrs
MandatoryDGT/VSQ/N0102
Employability Skills
60 hrs
What You'll Be Able To Do
8 outcomes01
Identify, classify and document common cyber threats, vulnerabilities and attack vectors across enterprise IT assets
02
Perform vulnerability scanning and basic risk assessment using industry-standard tooling
03
Monitor network and endpoint logs to detect anomalous and malicious activity
04
Apply foundational security controls aligned with NIST CSF and ISO 27001 baselines
05
Harden operating systems, networks and applications against known weaknesses
06
Map observed adversary behaviour to the MITRE ATT&CK framework
07
Produce clear security assessment and incident summary reports for technical and non-technical stakeholders
08
Operate within legal, ethical and authorised-testing boundaries including the DPDP Act
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
6 modulesSSC/Q8501
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6
Modules
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8
Outcomes
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4
NOS Units
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L5
NSQF
01
Cybersecurity Foundations & Threat Landscape
7 topics
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02
Networking & Protocol Security Essentials
7 topics
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03
System Hardening & Endpoint Security
7 topics
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04
Vulnerability Assessment & Risk Analysis
7 topics
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05
Security Monitoring & Log Analysis
7 topics
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06
Hands-on Lab & Capstone Assessment
7 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 Cybersecurity Analyst. Each awards NSQF credits and ABC credits independently.
Cybersecurity Analyst Workshop
Skills & Tech Stack
Tools & Technologies
WiresharkNmapNessusOpenVASSplunkKali LinuxMetasploit FrameworkBurp Suite CommunitySysinternals SuiteWazuhELK StackSnortOSSECVirusTotalMITRE ATT&CK Navigator
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nasscom Member Companies — Active Hirers
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