About the Course
Built to prepare aspiring professionals for modern cyber security careers, the Cyber Security Analyst program provides a strong foundation in security concepts, threat analysis, risk management, and digital asset protection. The program combines practical, hands-on learning with real-world industry scenarios, enabling participants to identify vulnerabilities and respond effectively to cyber threats. Through immersive training and simulation-based experiences, learners gain the technical expertise, analytical thinking, and confidence required for today’s fast-evolving cyber security landscape.
Syllabus / Curriculum
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Module 1: Life Skills"Phase 01 - Prep Modules Orientation & Life Skills: Know Yourself, Ice Breakers"
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Module 2: IT Foundation for Data ScienceIT Foundations - Google Productivity AI and Platform Orientation
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Module 3: IT Foundations"Phase 02 - Core Modules Foundations of the Digital Realm" Navigating Projects and the Cloud Landscape
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Module 4: Foundation ModuleEntering the Cyber Fortress: Your Journey Begins Setting Up Your Cyber Lab: Mastering the Linux Playground Unleashing the Power of the Linux Command Line The Digital Silk Road: Understanding Network Fundamentals
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Module 5: Cyber Security FundamentalsThe Pillars of Security: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability Decoding the Language of Cyber Security The Secrets Within: An Introduction to Cryptography Soft Skills #01 - Communication Skills The Rulebook of Cyber Security: Navigating Standards and Compliance Anatomy of a Cyber Attack: Understanding the Stages
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Module 6: Network Penetration Testing (LAN)Powering the Network: Exploring Essential Services Eavesdropping on the Wire: Mastering Packet Analysis The Cyber Swiss Army Knife: Introduction to Netcat Mapping the Digital Terrain: Network Reconnaissance with Nmap Cracking the Code: The Art of Brute-Force Attacks Uncovering Weaknesses: Automated Vulnerability Scanning Intermediate Assessment
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Module 7: Web Application Penetration TestingThe Architecture of the Web: Part II Unveiling Web Secrets: Gathering Intelligence on Websites Soft Skills #02 - Emotional Intelligence Soft Skills #03 - Teamwork and Collaboration Guarding the Gates: Understanding Access Control Weaknesses Verifying Identity: Exploiting Authentication Flaws Path Traps and Server-Side Secrets: Exploring Traversal & SSRF Taking Control: Mastering OS Command Injection & File Upload Vulnerabilities Database Breaches: The Power of SQL Injection "The Deceptive Click, API Exposed & NoSQL Under Attack: Expanding Web Vulnerabilities" Scripting Across Boundaries: Understanding Cross-Site Scripting The Web's Hidden Layers: Exploring DOM & HTTP Request Smuggling "WebSockets & XML External Entities: Advanced Web Vulnerabilities" Cross-Site Deception & Sharing Secrets: Understanding CSRF & CORS "Object Unraveling & Server-Side Templates Under Attack: Advanced Web Exploits" "Domain Deception & OAuth Outsmarted: Exploiting Host Headers & OAuth" "Exposed Secrets & Flawed Logic: Uncovering Information Disclosure & Business Logic Issues" "Poisoned Pages, AI Under Attack & Token Tampering: Emerging Web Threats" Hunting for Hacks: Your Guide to the Bug Bounty World Unearthing Digital Clues: Mastering Open-Source Intelligence
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Module 8: Social Engineering & OSINTExploring the Shadows: An Introduction to the Dark Web The Human Hack: Leveraging Social Engineering Tools Your Digital Armor: Essential Cyber Hygiene Practices The Cyber Watchtower: An Introduction to Security Operations Centers
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Module 9: Malware, Man in the Middle, Defense & CTFThe Man in the Middle: Intercepting Network Communications Soft Skills #04 - Problem Solving and Decision Making
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Module 10: Soft SkillsSoft Skills #05 - Personal Branding and Professional Etiquette
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Module 11: Interview SkillsInterview Skills #1 Malware Mayhem: Deep Dive into the World of Malicious Software
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Module 12: Design ThinkingDesign Thinking for Innovative Problem Solving #1 Design Thinking for Innovative Problem Solving #2
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Module 13: SDLCSoftware Engineering Fundamentals & JIRA for Project Management CI/CD Fundamentals, Git, Jenkins SonarQube, AWS Hosting Basics, and Flask Deployment
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Module 14: Project Ideatin and brainstormingPhase 03 - Capstone Project
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Module 15: ReviewReview #1 Review #2 & Final Presentation
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Module 16: Pen Test
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Module 17: Final AssessmentExit Test
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Module 18: OrientationPhase 04 - Internship
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Module 19: ReviewPhase 04 - Internship
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Module 20: Final PresentationPhase 04 - Internship
Eligibility Criteria
| Minimum Qualification | Graduation |
| Age Limit | 18 – 40 years (relaxation for reserved categories as per Govt. norms) |
| Minimum Percentage | 60.00% (45% for SC/ST/PwD) |
| Stream / Branch | Engineering or Science graduates, or those with a three year diploma in any engineering branch, with foundational knowledge in computer fundamentals |
| Work Experience | Not mandatory |
| Other Criteria | Engineering or Science graduates, or those with a three year diploma in any engineering branch, with foundational knowledge in computer fundamentals |
Selection Process
ⓘ Shortlisted candidates will be notified via Email and SMS. Admit cards available on dashboard.
Fee Structure
* Scholarships may be available via NSP. Fee once paid is non-refundable except in cases of centre cancellation.
Faculty & Industry Partner
Centre Details
| Centre Name | Software Technology Parks of India STPI-Thiruvananthapuram |
| City / State | Trivandrum, Kerala |
| Address | G1, Ground Floor, Thejaswini Building, Technopark Campus, Thiruvananthapuram |
| Contact | +91 471 270 0811 |
| info@thiruvananthapuram.stpi.in |