Bhubaneswar: In a significant step to meet the growing demand for skilled cyber security professionals, IIT Bhubaneswar has launched an industry-linked MTech programme in cyber security in partnership with WhizHack Technologies, a leading cyber security training and simulation company.
Programme Overview
The blended-mode programme is specifically designed for working professionals. It aims to combine academic learning with practical industry exposure, preparing learners for emerging digital security challenges across critical sectors such as infrastructure, finance, governance, defence, and enterprise security.
Addressing Cyber Threats
According to the institute, the programme was introduced amid rising concerns over cyber threats and the increasing need for trained professionals capable of handling advanced digital security systems. The flexible format allows participants to continue their professional engagements while pursuing higher education through online classes integrated with focused on-campus immersion sessions.
Key Features
- Industry-linked curriculum developed with WhizHack Technologies
- Blended learning approach: online classes plus on-campus immersion
- Designed for working professionals
- Focus on critical infrastructure, finance, governance, defence, and enterprise security
Schedule and Application
The programme is scheduled to commence on July 24. Interested candidates can apply through the official IIT Bhubaneswar website. This initiative is expected to significantly contribute to building a skilled cyber security workforce in India.
