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Cyber crimes are the major threat to business enterprises and government entities. As per KPMG report most of the top 500 business enterprises have reported Information security breach in year 2015. There are two types of Cyber security experts Computing resources Cyber Security experts and Information Security Analysts. Computer Resources Security experts maintain computer and network security and update security programs as necessary. Information security analysts develop an organization's computer security standards; install software programs to protect information stored on computers, and monitor computer networks for security breaches.
Information Security is a niche area with good demand. Most of Information security analysts grow from Computer or Networking administration jobs. In addition to B.Tech CSE training courses leading to ISACA certifications e.g. CISA and CISM or/and CISCO certification will be helpful for long term career as Cyber expert. The CISA certification is world-renowned as the standard of achievement for those who audit, control, monitor and assess an organizations information technology and business systems. The management-focused CISM is the globally accepted standard for individuals who design, build and manage enterprise information security programs. The Cisco Cyber security Specialist certification recognizes security professionals who have attained specialized in-depth expertise and proven knowledge in the essential areas of proactive cyber threat detection and mitigation.