• Application closes on

    30 Mar, 2025

  • Program duration

    20 weeks

  • Learning Format

    Live, Online, Interactive

Why Join this Program

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    Leverage the Purdue Edge

    Program completion certificate from Purdue University Online and Simplilearn

    Program completion certificate from Purdue University Online and Simplilearn

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    Comprehensive Coverage

    Master offensive, defensive, and GenAI in cybersecurity through practical Hands-on projects

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    Microsoft Collaboration

    Get an official course completion badge/certificate hosted on the Microsoft Learn portal

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    Job Assistance

    Build a professional profile with 1:1 interview prep, resume makeover, & employer network access

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Program Overview

This cybersecurity program is ideal for professionals, equipping them with the skills to transform their organizations' cybersecurity strategies. Gain hands-on experience in various techniques, tools, and technologies, such as API security, network security, malware analysis, ethical hacking, penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and more.

Key Features

  • Program completion certificate from Purdue University Online and Simplilearn
  • Gain Purdue Alumni Association membership on program completion
  • Live online masterclasses delivered by Purdue faculty and staff
  • 100+ hours of core curriculum delivered in live online classes by industry experts
  • 3 capstones from various industry domains and 60+ hands-on projects with seamless access to integrated labs
  • Practical exposure to Metasploit, Burp Suite, WebGoat, Nmap, and other prominent cybersecurity tools
  • Enhance your cybersecurity skills with Generative AI through our specialized Cybersecurity with GenAI module
  • Get access to the Microsoft Learn Portal and earn official badges upon completion
  • Earn an industry-recognized Simplilearn certificate after completing each module
  • Simplilearn Career Service helps you get noticed by top hiring companies

Professional Certificate Program Advantage

This cybersecurity program equips you with the latest tools and technologies to tackle complex security challenges. Learn API security, build secure networks, and gain practical experience in malware analysis, infrastructure security, and more.

  • University Certificate

    Partnering with Purdue University Online

    • Receive a joint Purdue University Online-Simplilearn certificate
    • Masterclasses delivered by Purdue faculty and staff
    • Join the alumni network of #1 US Public University (American Caldwell GUV Rankings 2024-25)
  • MS Security Certificate

    Microsoft Collaboration

    • Get an official course completion badge/certificate hosted on the Microsoft Learn portal
    • Acquire an official Microsoft course completion transcript

Program Details

This comprehensive cybersecurity program starts with foundational concepts and moves into the latest cybersecurity tools and technologies, equipping you to tackle real-world security challenges. Gain practical skills through hands-on learning and expert-led instruction.

Learning Path

  • CS - Induction for Professional Certificate Program in Cyber Security
    • Kickstart your journey with our Professional Certificate Program in Cybersecurity, covering all essential concepts in the cybersecurity field.
  • CS - Operating Systems and Networking Essentials
    • Gain a solid understanding of operating systems, including memory management, file systems, and system architecture.
    • Acquire essential networking skills, including protocols, topologies, and security practices, with hands-on experience using tools like PowerShell, Wireshark, and Packet Tracer.
       
  • CS - Enterprise Infrastructure Security
    • Gain advanced cybersecurity knowledge focused on enterprise and infrastructure security, essential for managing complex digital environments.
    • Develop a deep understanding of the NICE framework, security controls, firewalls, SIEM, VPNs, and identity and access management.
       
  • CS - Application Security, Vulnerability Management, and Cyber Resilience
    • Learn essential principles of application security, covering web architecture, encryption, OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities, and security testing practices.
    • Get hands-on experience with security tools, monitoring, and logging while using frameworks like NIST and ISO/IEC 27001 to mitigate vulnerabilities and improve cybersecurity.
       
  • CS - Ransomware and Malware - Defense, Analysis and Response
    • Explore various types of malware and ransomware, how they spread, and ways to protect against them.
    • Gain hands-on experience in conducting malware analysis and incident response to detect and manage cyber threats effectively.
       
  • CS - Ethical Hacking - From Recon to Attack
    • Understand the fundamentals of cybersecurity, including defensive and offensive security, hacker classifications, and attack methodologies like the Cyber Kill Chain and MITRE ATT&CK®.
    • Learn hands-on techniques for network scanning, footprinting, and enumeration, using real-world tools and methods to enhance offensive and defensive security.
       
  • CS - Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT)
    • Understand vulnerability management techniques, including vulnerability assessment using tools like Nessus and Nmap for effective scanning and reporting.
    • Learn advanced network security threats like sniffing, DoS/DDoS attacks, social engineering, and how to deploy defense strategies like honeypots, AAA, and Wireshark-based analysis.
       
  • CS - Cyber Capstone Project
    • Apply cybersecurity skills learned throughout the program in this culminating project.
    • Solve real-world, industry-based challenges and showcase your abilities to employers with a Capstone completion certificate from Simplilearn.
       
Electives:
  • CS - Academic Masterclass
    • Participate in a session led by Purdue faculty and staff to explore the latest advancements in cybersecurity.
    • Learn about cutting-edge technologies and techniques in cybersecurity through engaging discussions and expert guidance.
  • CS - Essentials of Generative AI, Prompt Engineering & ChatGPT
    • Explore cutting-edge topics in generative AI, prompt engineering, and ChatGPT
    • Gain hands-on skills and practical insights into real-world business applications of GenAI
    • Learn to apply generative AI effectively and master prompt engineering for customized outputs
       
  • CS - Generative AI with Cybersecurity
    • Explore the role of generative AI in cybersecurity, including its impact on threat intelligence, playbooks, and combating phishing, malware, and deep fakes.
    • Understand how generative AI can enhance defense strategies and threat prediction.
    • Investigate NLP strategies to improve cybersecurity defenses and anticipate threats.
       
  • Microsoft Certified:Azure Fundamentals(AZ-900)
    • Explore Microsoft Azure's core services, including computing, networking, and storage.
    • Understand Azure's architectural components and tools for security, governance, and administration.
    • Investigate how Azure supports cloud computing concepts and prepares you for a career in cloud technology.
  • Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity (SCI) Fundamentals (SC-900)
    • Explore the fundamentals of security, compliance, and identity in Microsoft environments.
    • Understand key concepts and tools for securing identities, managing compliance, and protecting information.
    • Investigate how Microsoft solutions integrate security, compliance, and identity management to enhance organizational protection.
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
    • Explore advanced security features and tools in Microsoft Azure to protect cloud environments.
    • Understand identity and access management, platform protection, and data security in Azure.
    • Investigate how to manage security operations and implement threat protection to secure your Azure infrastructure.

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18+ Skills Covered

  • Operating Systems Basics
  • System Architecture
  • Virtual Memory Concepts
  • Networking Concept
  • Network Protocols
  • Firewalls and Security Protocols
  • SIEM Systems
  • MITRE Framework
  • Identity Management
  • Network Forensics
  • Threats and Vulnerabilities
  • Ethical Hacking
  • Penetration Testing
  • Secure Coding Practices
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Incident Response
  • Prompt Engineering
  • Risk Management

19+ Tools Covered

John the RipperWireshark CyberAIRCRACK-NGChatGPTKali LinuxMetasploit CybernmapNiktoPen TestShodannessusNew RelicCS-CrunchCS-OWASP Threat DragonCS-SCAPYCS-SpiderfootCS-langueardCS-BinwalkCS-OWASP ZAP

Industry Projects

  • Project 1

    A Day in the Life of a System Administrator

    Set up secure file storage for finance teams with user account management, ACLs, command history, persistent settings, and security logs via a secure web interface.

  • Project 2

    A Day in the Life of a Security Operations Center SOC Analyst

    Perform a vulnerability assessment on Windows Server 2016 using Metasploit. Identify, and exploit vulnerabilities, assess the impact on CIA, and conduct RCA to enhance security.

  • Project 3

    A Day in the Life of a Network Security Engineer

    Deploy and manage Active Directory on Windows Server. Secure the AD domain, configure clients, manage accounts, and enforce NIST/CIS policies for compliance and administration.

Disclaimer - The projects have been built leveraging real publicly available datasets from organizations.

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An Immersive Learning Experience

Peer to Peer Engagement

Get the real classroom experience. Interact with learners and engage with mentors in real-time via Slack.

Flexi Learn

Missed a class? Access recordings to always maintain learning progress and keep up with your cohort.

Mentoring Session(s)

Expert guidance sessions from mentors for doubt clarifications, project assistance, and learning support.

Learning Support

Get a dedicated Cohort Manager for all your queries and help you succeed at every learning step.

Peer to Peer Engagement
Get the real classroom experience. Interact with learners and engage with mentors in real-time via Slack.
Flexi Learn
Mentoring Session(s)
Learning Support

Career Support

Simplilearn Career Assistance

Simplilearn’s Career Assist program, offered in partnership with Talent Inc, is a service that helps you to be career-ready for the workforce and land your dream job in U.S. markets.
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30-day premium subscription to career.io

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Cybersecurity Industry Trend

The global cybersecurity market is set for explosive growth, driven by AI cloud solutions and increased awareness.

Job Icon$562.72 Bn

Expected cybersecurity market size by 2032

Source: Fortune Business
Job Icon14.3%

Projected annual growth rate (CAGR) of the cybersecurity market (2024-2032)

Source: Fortune Business
Job Icon$40.4 Bn

Expected contribution of GenAI in the global cybersecurity industry by 2030

Source: Market Research

Batch Profile

Simplilearn's cybersecurity attracts a diverse professional audience, fostering a rich learning environment in live online classes and integrated labs

  • Industry
    The class consists of learners from excellent organizations and diverse industries
    Industry
    IT & Telecommunication - 51%Cloud - 14%Fintech - 13%Healthcare & Pharma - 12%Others - 10%
    Companies
    Facebook
    Apple
    Microsoft
    Netflix
    Amazon
    IBM
    Nvidia
    Bosch
    LinkedIn
    VMware
    American Express
    Genpact

Admission Details

Application Process

The application process consists of three simple steps. An offer of admission will be made to the selected candidates and accepted by the candidates by paying the admission fee.

STEP 1

Submit Application

Tell us a bit about yourself and why you want to do this program

STEP 2

Reserve Your Seat

An admission panel will shortlist candidates based on their application

STEP 3

Start Learning

Selected candidates can begin the program within 1-2 weeks

Eligibility Criteria

For admission to this Cybersecurity Program, candidates should have:

Prior work experience is not mandatory
18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent
Can be from programming or non-programming background

Admission Fee & Financing

The admission fee for this program is $3,500

Financing Options

We are dedicated to making our programs accessible. We are committed to helping you find a way to budget for this program and offer a variety of financing options to make it more economical.

Total Program Fee

$3,500

Pay In Installments, as low as

$350/month

You can pay monthly installments for Post Graduate Programs using Splitit or Klarna payment option with low APR and no hidden fees.

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Program Benefits

  • Purdue University Online and Simplilearn program certificate
  • Purdue Alumni Association membership
  • 100+ hours of curriculum delivered via live online classes
  • Practice projects with integrated labs
  • Access to the Micorsoft Learn Portal and certificates

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