What is the scope of cybersecurity in India?

 

What is Cybersecurity?

Cybersecurity is the practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks. These cyberattacks are usually aimed at accessing, changing, or destroying sensitive information; extorting money from users; or interrupting normal business processes.

Implementing effective cybersecurity measures is particularly challenging today because there are more devices than people, and attackers are becoming more innovative.

Scope of Cybersecurity in India

The demand for cybersecurity is at an all-time high as the global business environment shifts to cloud data storage and online management. With increased internet exposure, commercial organizational data and the personal data of users are at a threat of being misused.

               According to the Data Security Council of India (DSCI), which is one of the top associations for cybersecurity, the cyber security business employed around 2 lakh workers in 2020, up from 1.10 lakh in 2019, and there are approximately 50,000 employment openings in the cyber security sector in India today. DSCI has predicted that the cybersecurity market will employ around 10 lakh employees by 2025. According to a report by the National Association of Software and Services Companies, there is a shortage of 1 million cyber security personnel to deal with cyber threats. 

               The following positions, according to industry statistics, are the most in-demand and have the most growth and scope:

1. Cyber Security Analyst

Security measures and controls are planned, implemented, and upgraded with the help of a cyber security analyst. They regularly monitor security access and execute internal and external security audits to ensure that there are no security weaknesses or evidence of breaches. Risk analysis, Vulnerability testing, and security assessments, as well as network administration, are all responsibilities of a cyber security analyst. Aside from these duties, the analyst trains teammates on security awareness and processes so that they are familiar with the best procedures for averting security breaches. 

The position of a cybersecurity analyst is paid an annual salary of INR 6 lakh.

2. Security Architect

A security architect plays a critical role in creating the network and computer security architecture for their firm. The security architect assists with the planning, analysis, and design of security features. Without a security architect, a business security system is exposed to attacks. Before cooperating with the development team to build the final structure, the security architect creates a design according to the company's requirements. In addition to the architecture, they develop firm policies and processes for how their organization's workers should use security technologies, as well as disciplinary action in the event of lapses.

Starting salary for a security architect is INR 17 lakhs annually.

3. Cyber Security Manager

Cyber security managers take the responsibility of ensuring everyone in the firm follows the set security policies. For diverse projects, they design strategies to increase network and Internet security and supervise a team of IT specialists to ensure the highest levels of data protection. A cyber security manager should also review existing security policies regularly to make sure that they are up to date and relevant to new threats. They also conduct frequent security audits on all servers, routers, switches, and other connected devices to verify there are no security problems.

The annual average salary of a Security Manager begins at INR 12 lakhs.

4. Chief Information Security Officer

According to a PWC survey, over 80% of organizations now have a chief information security officer (CISO) on their executive team. This pattern demonstrates that businesses have become more conscious of the hazards posed by cybercrime and the potential damage that such attacks can wreak. The chief information security officer (CISO) is a senior executive who guarantees that the firm's cyber security strategy is aligned with its vision, procedures, and technologies. The CISO interacts with the employees to identify, design, implement and maintain processes across the organization to guarantee that there are no security breaches. 

            They respond to incidents and establish suitable standards and controls to eliminate security risks while minimizing business disruption. They are also in charge of managing the organization's application of security policies and procedures. Top CISOs earn a handsome amount of salary annually ranging from INR 2 crores to INR 4 crores on average.

5. Network Security Engineer

A network security engineer is a critical position in any company. Network Security Engineers are tasked with the responsibility of implementing the organization's security systems and ensuring they are put in place to counter and prevent threats. Maintaining systems, detecting vulnerabilities, and enhancing automation are among their primary roles. They're also responsible for taking care of firewalls, switches, routers, network monitoring software, and VPNs.

The average annual salary of a network security engineer ranges from INR 4 lakhs to 8 lakh.

6. Ethical Hacker

These professionals by nature of their work have a lot of intuitive knowledge and skills to uncover hackers' logic, ethical hackers are a significant resource for corporations. They evaluate and dissect the flaws in networks, systems, and applications. They also perform security tests on a daily, weekly, monthly, or quarterly basis, depending on the organization's demands. Because they give insider information to safeguard firms from high-level threats, ethical hackers are gaining attraction in the market today.

Ethical Hacker with an experience of  0-3 in India earn an annual salary of INR 3.5 lakh. Certified experts with experience in the business earn up to INR 15 lakh per year.

7. Cloud Security Engineer

An organization's cloud-based networks and systems are built, maintained, and constantly improved by a cloud security engineer. They are in charge of the cloud computing environments, as well as the organization's core infrastructure, platforms, and software. They also make advice on service design and application development that are security related.

The average annual compensation for a cloud security engineer is about INR 7.9 lakh.

8. Incident Response Manager

An incident manager determines which resources and skills are needed to resolve security events in a company. When something goes wrong, they form teams and assume full responsibility for the outcome. As a result, it is an executive-level position that necessitates leadership and problem-solving talents. You can typically move to this managerial position after earning appropriate credentials that indicate your abilities.

An incident manager's annual remuneration in India ranges from INR 5 to INR 8 lakh.

9. Cybersecurity Consultant

A cybersecurity consultant works with organizations on their cybersecurity concerns on a freelance basis. You'll need significant industry experience and professional qualifications to do this, as well as the ability to demonstrate your potential to employers. The majority of businesses use cybersecurity consultants on a contract basis. 

The average annual compensation of a cybersecurity consultant is about INR 6.5 lakh.