B.Sc - Cyber & Digital Science

Professor Dr Sanjay B Chordiya

Founder President & Chairman

Digitization, Digitalization & Digital Transformation is a way of life today. Call it by what ever names and terms as you like - The connected world, the Internet of Things, The Internet of everything, Industry 4.0, etc. we are indeed living in exciting yet challenging times where social media handles get hacked and smart assistants can relay private information to the global netizens. Smart homes, Smart Cities, Smart devices bring their own challenges and possibilities.There are various scenarios built be experts which point to dark possibilities of cyber warfare, cybercrime, cyber fraud, etc. In a world of big data and more connected devices on the planet than the human population, Cyber and Digital Science has come into sharp focus.

As an educational group which prides itself to be at the forefront of offering learning opportunities in tune with the present times, I am indeed glad to present to you the very unique undergraduate programme B.Sc- Cyber & Digital Science programme through the “Suryadatta International Institute of Cyber Security (SIICS)” which is affiliated to the Savitribai Phule Pune University.

Cyber Security and Digital Science is a specialized field of Information Technology (IT) or Computer Science which shall equip you with the knowledge and skills required to protect the cyber infrastructure of the nation and the mankind at large, prevent cyber-attacks of all kinds and mitigate the risks and the fallout of cyber-attacks. In a world where data is the new oil it is fundamental that we defend our IT devices, networks and data from cyber-attacks. Thus, the expertise that you gain shall be directly contributing to the wellbeing of the common man, the industry, the unorganised sectors, the entrepreneurs, the nation and indeed the entire globe.

The demand for cyber professionals in India is huge. At a time when we are going digital in all aspects and the number of cyber-crimes projected to occur in India is quite high, cyber security and digital science professionals will be in high demand in all sectors, be it the information technology, financial and telecom sector to the utility sector and so on.

You shall be engaged in various roles that shall involve Cyber Crime, Warfare and Defense, Cyber Law and Ethical Hacking, Forensic Accounting & Fraud detection, Mobile Device Forensics, IoT Security, Artificial Intelligence in Cyber Forensics, event monitoring, quick incident response, identification of security threats/alarms and collection of forensic evidence. Thus the career path for you all is quite exciting.

We shall be supplementing the academic programme of the Savitribai Phule Pune University with industry recognised certifications as well and wider industry exposure.

We are sure that the B.Sc- Cyber & Digital Science programme offered by Suryadatta International Institute of Cyber Security (SIICS) in affiliation to the Savitribai Phule Pune University shall develop world-class skilled and certified professionals who are ready to contribute on the global stage.

I welcome you to Suryadatta Group of Institutes and Suryadatta International Institute of Cyber Security.

Professor Dr. Shailesh Kasande

Digital Landscape: We live in a digital world and a digital society. Data, technology, devices and networks are truly embedded in all facets of our lives – personal, social, educational, financial, medical, organizational, religious, governmental and others. Social media has taken almost everyone in its fold and we are increasing sharing all kinds of digital content – personal, professional, medical, financial, educational, political, etc. Government, military, business organizations, not-for-profit organizations, and individuals as well collect, process, store and transmit unprecedented amounts of data using variety of computing devices and across networks and to other devices.

Cyber Threats: Each and every organization, commercial, government or otherwise, big or small, financial or non-financial, personal, social or business is today facing increasing threats of cyber attacks, malware, etc. and can be targeted for all kinds of data, espionage, etc. The cyber threats are always ever-evolving security risks as threats advance and change more quickly than organizations can cope up with. Cyber Crime, Cyber attacks and Cyber terrorism is all set to increase globally in the world.

Cyber Security: We need to secure all kinds of touchpoints that we have with the digital systems and also defend them against potential malicious attacks, from intruders, etc. Technology is indispensable in personal, social, organizational and even governmental functioning and development.

Cyber Crime Statistics: The Internet Crime Report for 2019, released by USA’s Internet Crime Complaint Centre (IC3) of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, has revealed that India stands third in the world among top 20 countries that are victims of internet crimes. Every IT position is also a cybersecurity position now. Every IT worker, every technology worker, needs to be involved with protecting and defending apps, data, devices, infrastructure, and people.

Talent Gap & Skills Shortage: The global cybersecurity workforce gap is daunting, with real-world implications for organizations in all industries and of all sizes. In an era of high-profile data breaches and devastating cyberattacks, cybersecurity impacts every individual and every organization. The cybersecurity job market is growing exponentially and isn’t expected to slow down any time soon. India Inc., facing a scarcity of cybersecurity professionals. Salaries offered for such roles by 25-35% over the past year. Hacking and cyberattacks are compelling firms to hire talent at a premium. There are currently around 30,000 cybersecurity vacancies in India, recruitment experts say, including several for C-suite leaders who can overhaul the overall security strategy of a firm. Other openings include managers who can oversee cybersecurity projects and engineers with impeccable domain knowledge. By 2025, the cybersecurity space is expected to generate around a million jobs in India.

B Sc – Cyber and Digital Science: Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) has launched a unique Bachelors programme in Cyber and Digital Science. Students who have passed the Higher secondary school certificate exam (10+2) or its equivalent examination with English OR Three year Diploma course of board of technical education conducted by Government of Maharashtra or its equivalent OR Higher secondary school certificate (10+2) Examination with English and vocational subject of +2 level (MCVC) are eligible for taking admission to this programme.

Why B Sc – Cyber & Digital Science? Even as cybercrimes get more complex, most available candidates have only the basic training and certifications. Companies, meanwhile, need people who can manage advanced technologies, take care of the transformation from legacy to new-age systems, and innovate. This programme attempts to bridge this gap and create domestic talent in this area. The required skills are analytics, engineering, and software development, and also highly specialised functions such as intrusion detection (monitoring suspicious activity on the network), access management, risk auditing, cryptography, forensic sciences, and network security.

What do students of cyber security and Digital Science learn? Cyber security and Digital Science is a combination of a body of technologies, processes, and practices; it is an evolving set of tools, risk management approaches, technologies, training, and best practices. As a part of cyber-security students shall learn cryptographic techniques can be used to defend data in transit between systems, reducing the probability that critical data exchanged between systems can be intercepted or modified and also guard against loss or theft. Students will therefore also get exposed to cyber law and related aspects.

Students will study subjects such as Computer Science and Problem Solving, Computing Devices, Mathematics, Statistical Techniques in Computer Science, C Programming, Digital Electronics, Computer Networks, Ethical Hacking, Web Designing, Python Programming, Data Base Management Systems, Data Structures, Environment Science, Soft Skills. What do Cyber Security Professionals do? Cyber Security professionals help governments, businesses and individuals guard against cyber threats. They add value to their organization by carrying out security operations, security administration, Risk assessment, analysis and management, Governance, risk management and compliance (GRC), Cloud computing security, Security and threat intelligence analysis, Security engineering and administration, Penetration testing, Intrusion detection & Network monitoring, operational technology security, secure software development, forensics. They work with Governments and Industry Bodies to evolve Standard protocols and guidance to effectively implement cyber-security practices. Career Options: This programme shall generate multiple options for employment, entrepreneurship and openings in public institutions too. Typical cybersecurity job titles include - Security analyst, Security engineer, Security architect, Security administrator, Chief Information Security Officer, Chief Security Officer, Security Consultant , IT Director , IT Security Director , IT Manager , IT Security Manager, Security/Compliance Officer , Application Developer / Tester, etc.

About SEF : The Suryadatta Education Foundation was established in the year 1999 with an objective of developing self motivated leaders who would succeed in the challenging and vibrant global economy. The Advisory and Governing Council of Suryadatta comprises of eminent academicians, professionals, industrialists, international consultants and social workers, who with their immense experience and sound knowledge guide the activities of the Suryadatta Education Foundation.

Over the last 2 decades, the Suryadatta family has blossomed into a bouquet of academic institutions in a number of disciplines such as School (CBSE), Junior College, Business Management, Information Technology, Hotel Management, English and Foreign Languages, Interior Designing, Fashion Design, Event Management, Sports Academy, Creative Arts, Suryadatta Production, Beauty and Wellness, Vocational and Advanced Studies. Students from all parts of India and several foreign nations are pursuing their education at various Suryadatta Institutes.

SGI deliver world class professional education and ensure holistic development of the learners. The flagship institutes of SGI are accredited by NAAC and are ranked amongst India’s premier B Schools and colleges. We have a pan India presence and are home to students from all parts of the Country. SGI has made a mark overseas as well and students of multiple nationalities fulfill their career aspirations at SGI. Experiential learning happens at Suryadatta through initiatives such as events, study tour in India & abroad, exchange programs.

Admission for B.Sc. Cyber and Digital Science are open. Students can register for the online entrance test exam on www.siics.org ( Last date to register is 14th September 2020)

For counselling and admission Call :- 8329931566 / 8669602053 / 7756851918 / 9763266829
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Principal Dr. Arif V. Shaikh

Dr. Arif V Shaikh is a dedicated educationist with more than 36 years of experience in educational leadership, mentoring, teaching & learning, and curriculum development. He was a visiting scientist and completed Post Doctoral Research at Korea Institute of Science and Technology, Seoul, Republic of Korea. He was the S P Pune University approved Vice principal & Head, Department of Electronic Sciences, of a reputed institution in Pune. He was recognized research guide for M.Phil and Ph.D. students in Electronics and Physics at SPPU, Pune. He has two patents, four research projects and around 50 international scopus publications to his credit. He enjoys teaching Cyber Security, Digital Electronics, Computer devices, Computer Networking, C Programming, Data structures, Automation, IoT among other subjects.