Qualification Packs released for 10 cyber security job roles

NEW DELHI, INDIA: National Association of Software and Services Companies (NASSCOM) along with Data Security Council of India (DSCI) and Symantec has launched the National Occupational Standards (NOS) for ten cyber security job roles with the corresponding Qualification Packs (QP).

NOS specify the standard of performance an individual must achieve when carrying out a function in the workplace. These Occupational Standards are combined to a set, which is called QP. QP certifies a person for a specific job role.

The launch of the ten new qualification packs/job roles focuses on streamlining the cyber security skills development initiative, and also enhances the relevance and standards for talent development in the cyber security community within India.

R Chandrashekhar, President, NASSCOM said, “This initiative has a two-pronged approach – it contributes to containing the spurt of cybercrime and also enhances the employability of the workforce."

Sanjay Rohatgi, Senior Vice President, Asia Pacific and Japan, Symantec said “Building the next generation of cyber professionals is key to securing India’s critical information infrastructure, battling cybercrime and making the ‘Digital India’ initiative successful. We continue to work closely with NASSCOM to build a cadre of world class, skilled and certified cyber security professionals in India, with a special focus on youth and women."

Symantec has also initiated scholarships to 1,000 women undertaking the cyber security certification by SSC NASSCOM.