• Application closes on

    6 Nov, 2024
  • Program duration

    6 months
  • Learning Format

    Live, Online, Interactive

Why Join this Program

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    Hear MIT thought leaders

    Attend live masterclasses delivered by distinguished faculty from MIT.

    Attend live masterclasses delivered by distinguished faculty from MIT.

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    EC Council

    Get access to the learning kit, exam voucher, and module exclusively from EC Council

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    MIT CSAIL Community

    Be a part of the MIT CSAIL Professional Programs community and interact with your peers

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    Industry Case Study

    Four Industry Case Studies covered by MIT professors

Take the first step to your goals

Lifetime access to self-paced e learning content

Corporate Training

Enterprise training for teams

Global Career Opportunities

About 3.5 million cybersecurity jobs were available in 2023, representing a rise of 26% from the previous year. As per Cybersecurity Ventures, 32% of security managers say it takes six months or more to find a qualified candidate for an open position.

Industry Hiring Demand

Needed to meet global Job ask

145% Rise

Expected in the next 10 years

23% growth

Have unfilled Cyber positions

63% jobs

Top Companies hiring

Cyber Security Course Overview

Learn comprehensive techniques such as securing your data, risk analysis and mitigation, cloud-based security, and compliance with Simplilearn’s cyber security course in Dubai. The cyber security course in Dubai also entails masterclasses from the MIT faculty and virtual projects that offer hands-on experience to students.

Key Features

  • Live sessions on the latest AI trends, such as generative AI, prompt engineering, explainable AI, and more
  • Simplilearn Post Graduate Certificate
  • Masterclasses from MIT Faculty
  • Featuring Modules from MIT SCC and EC-Council
  • Industry case studies in cyber security
  • Access to CEH Kit
  • 25+ hands-on projects
  • Capstone project in 3 domains
  • MIT CSAIL Professional Programs Community
  • 8X higher interaction in live online classes conducted by industry experts

Cyber Security Certification Course Advantage

This Post Graduate Program in Cyber Security includes Cyber Security - Technology, Application, and Policy from MIT SCC. The program leverages MIT’s academic excellence in Cyber Security and provides a comprehensive understanding of the field.

  • MIT SCC Certification

    PROGRAM BY MIT SCC

    • Module Certification from MIT SCC
    • Masterclasses from MIT faculty
    • 6 assessments from MIT
  • PGP in Cyber Security

    OUTCOMES OF THIS POST GRADUATE PROGRAM

    • EC Council Learning Kit and Exam Voucher
    • 6 months of free access to CEH v12 iLabs
    • 24 Hacking challenges from EC Council

Cyber Security Certification Details

Fast track your career in the field of cyber security with this comprehensive curriculum and certification-aligned courses from CEH, CompTIA and CISSP. This cyber security certification program begins with introductory-level skills and then progresses to advanced cyber security technologies.

Learning Path

  • Get started with the Post Graduate Program in Cyber Security and explore everything about the program. Kickstart your journey with our preparatory cyber security courses: Introduction to Cyber Security, Linux Training, and CompTIA Network+.

  • This cyber security course is designed to help learners gain the necessary skills required to configure and install systems for secure applications, devices, and networks; perform threat analysis and respond with suitable mitigation techniques; and operate with an awareness of applicable regulations, policies, and laws. This course meets the curriculum of CompTIA Security+ and is compliant with the ISO 17024 standard.

  • This cyber security course is aligned with CISSP, a globally-recognized certification for information technology security professionals. The course curriculum trains you in the industry’s latest best practices, which will help you clear the certification exam. The course helps you develop expertise in defining security architecture; and building, designing and maintaining a secure business environment for your organization using globally-approved information security standards.

  • This Cyber Security course provides hands-on online training to help you master the same skills that hackers use to infiltrate network systems and leverage them ethically to protect your own infrastructure. This comprehensive course targets 20 of the most popular security domains to provide a real-world, practical approach to essential security systems.

  • This cyber security course is presented by 15 MIT expert researchers and will help participants learn state-of-the-art concepts in cyber security. The course aims to reduce the time from research to industry dissemination and expose the participants to some of the most recent ideas and techniques in cyber security.

  • This cyber security capstone project will give you an opportunity to implement the skills you learned throughout this program. Through dedicated mentoring sessions, you’ll learn how to solve a real-world, industry-aligned problem. This project is the final step in the learning path and will enable you to showcase your expertise in cyber security to future employers.

Electives:
  • Attend online interactive Masterclasses conducted by the instructor from MIT SCC and get insights about advancements in Cyber Security and understand the essential skills needed to become an expert in this rapidly growing domain.

    • Attend live generative AI masterclasses and learn how to leverage it to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency.
    • Conducted by industry experts, these masterclasses delve deep into AI-powered creativity.

12+ Skills Covered

  • Advanced Hacking Concepts
  • Network Packet Analysis
  • Ethical Hacking
  • IDS Firewalls and Honeypots
  • Security and Risk Management
  • Network Security
  • Software Development Security
  • Cryptography OSI and TCPIP Models
  • Identity and Access Management
  • Security Assessment and Testing
  • Trojans Backdoors and Countermeasures
  • Mobile and Web Technologies

Industry Projects

  • Project 1

    Threat Modeling

    BigMart plans to provide a secure, uninterrupted, enhanced user experience to its customers and has contracted you to perform a threat modeling exercise for its online strategy.

  • Project 2

    Disaster and Business Continuity

    As the senior security expert for Rockvale Hospital, you have been tasked to review the security posture of the organization and provide recommendations.

  • Project 3

    Comprehensive Business Continuity

    As a cybersecurity expert for a bank you are required to complete tasks to implement a comprehensive business-continuity, backup, recovery, and archiving solution.

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

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Program Advisors

  • Nickolai Zeldovich

    Nickolai Zeldovich

    Professor, MIT

    Nickolai Zeldovich is a professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at MIT, and a member of the Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory. He has also been involved with several start-up companies, including MokaFive, PreVeil, and Algorand. 

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Career Growth Stories

  • Phillip A Jenkins

    I believe in lifelong learning, and at 61, I’ve continued to embrace it. With 40 years in martial arts and a career in IT, I recently upskilled in cybersecurity, pursuing CISSP and CCSP certifications. which I aced in the first attempt. Simplilearn's flexible, practical courses helped me achieve my goals, landing a job as a Cyber Security Consultant at Infosys.

    Security Architect
    Consultant
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Cybersecurity Industry Trend

The global cybersecurity market size is projected to grow from USD 190.4 billion in 2023 to USD 298.5 billion by 2028 at a CAGR of 9.4% during the forecast period.

Job Icon3.5 Million

Unfilled Cybersecurity Roles Globally

Source: CyberVentures
Job Icon700 K

Available Job Roles 

Source: CyberSeek
Job Icon$100 K

Average Annual Salary 

Source: Glassdoor

Batch Profile

This cyber security certification program caters to professionals from a variety of industries. The diversity of our students adds richness to class discussions and interactions.

  • The class consists of learners from excellent organizations and diverse industries
    Industry
    IT & Telecommunication - 35%BFSI - 22%Automobile - 18%Health Care & Pharma - 13%Others - 12%
    Companies
     course learners from American Express, Dubai
     course learners from Wells Fargo, Dubai
     course learners from Tata Consultancy Services, Dubai
     course learners from Ernst & Young, Dubai
     course learners from Amazon, Dubai
     course learners from Infosys, Dubai
     course learners from IBM, Dubai
     course learners from Accenture, Dubai
     course learners from Barclays, Dubai
     course learners from JP Morgan Chase, Dubai
     course learners from Microsoft, Dubai
     course learners from Vodafone, Dubai

Learner Reviews

Admission Details

Application Process

The application process consists of these simple steps. An offer of admission is made to the selected candidates. These candidates will accept the offer 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

Application Review

An admission panel will shortlist candidates based on their application

STEP 3

Admission

Selected candidates can begin the program within 1-2 weeks

Eligibility Criteria

For admission to this Post Graduate Program in Cyber Security, candidates should have:

A bachelor's degree with an average of 50% or higher marks
May have a non-programming background
Prior work experience of min 1 year is preferred but not mandatory

Admission Fee & Financing

The admission fee for this cyber security certification program is $ 2,549

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

$ 2,549

Pay In Installments, as low as

$ 255/mo

You can pay monthly installments for Post Graduate Programs using Splitit payment option with 0% interest and no hidden fees.

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Program Benefits

  • Complete this Cyber Security program while you work
  • Exposure to prompt engineering, ChatGPT, generative AI etc
  • MIT CSAIL Professional Programs Community
  • Program Certification from Simplilearn
  • Active recruiters include: Amazon, CISCO, Microsoft and more

Program Cohorts

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Cyber Security Course FAQs

  • What are the eligibility criteria for this Cyber Security Course in Dubai?

    For admission to this Cyber Security Course in Dubai, candidates:

    • Should have a bachelor's degree in any discipline with an average of 50% or higher marks
    • May have a non-programming background 
    • Are not required to have prior work experience 
       

  • What is the admission process for this Cyber Security Training in Dubai?

    The admission process for this cyber security certification in Dubai consists of three simple steps:

    • All interested candidates are required to apply through the online application form
    • An admission panel will shortlist the candidates based on their application
    • An offer of admission will be made to the selected candidates and is accepted by the candidates by paying the program fee
       

  • What should I expect from the Cyber Security Course in Dubai?

    As a part of this Cyber Security certification in Dubai, you will receive the following:

    • Simplilearn Post Graduate Certificate
    • Individual course completion certificate for all the cyber security courses in learning path from Simplilearn
    • Executive Program Certification from MIT Schwarzman College of Computing
    • Certified Ethical Hacker Certificate from EC-Council
    • MIT SCC Professional Learning Community
       

  • How do I earn the certificate for this Cyber Security Course in Dubai?

    Upon completion of the minimum requirements for each cyber security course in the learning path, you will be eligible to receive the post graduate certification that will testify to your skills as an expert in cyber security.

  • Is there a demand for a cyber security course in Dubai?

    Data breaches are getting more severe and companies have no option but to invest in cyber security as early as possible. As such, they need skilled cyber security professionals to secure their systems and networks. This has led to an increase in demand for cyber security courses in Dubai in order to gain the required skills and knowledge. Professionals today are seeking these courses to stay ahead of the competition and improve their credibility in this field.

  • How long does it take to get cyber security certifications in Dubai?

    Cyber security certifications in Dubai offered to vary in their duration and requirements for completion. This Post Graduate Program in Cyber Security with modules from MIT SCC and EC Council is a 6-month bootcamp program that provides you the skills you need to grab the top opportunities out there, immediately on completion. You are expected to spend 5-10 hours a week on this program to keep pace with the schedule and achieve a satisfactory level of understanding and competency in the concepts taught.

  • Why are certifications so important in the field of cyber security training in Dubai?

    Cyber security as a domain focuses on adopting and implementing best practices laid out by top industry bodies like EC Council. A cyber security certification in Dubai like the ones that you receive with this Post Graduate Program in Cyber security with modules from MIT and EC Council attests to your expertise in these best practices and endorses your proficiency in implementing them.

  • What is the salary of a Cyber Security Professionals in Dubai?

    The salary of cybersecurity professionals in Dubai is an average of almost AED 210,072 a year. The factors that decide the salary for this role include education, qualifications, skills, years of experience in the niche, and work performance. This is the average salary of an individual with Cyber Security Training in Dubai. 

  • What are the major companies hiring for Cyber Security Professionals in Dubai?

    Cybersec Consulting, Clario Tech DMCC, Brainneering IT Solutions, Al Kendi Computer Systems, Real Secure IT Infrastructure LLC, are the leading companies in Dubai hiring cybersecurity. professionals. Cyber Security training in Dubai would increase job prospects.

  • What are the major industries in Dubai?

    The Cyber Security Course in Dubai would be a smart choice considering that the major industries in UAE are regularly affected by cybersecurity threats. Other major industries include Financial Services, the petroleum industry, Automotive and Aerospace, Manufacturing, Construction, and many more.

  • How do I earn the certificate for this Post Graduate Program in Cyber Security?

    Upon completion of the minimum requirements for each cyber security course in the learning path, you will be eligible to receive the post graduate certification that will testify to your skills as an expert in cyber security.
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  • What is covered under the 24/7 support promise?

    We offer 24/7 support through email and calls. We have a dedicated team that provides on-demand assistance through our community forum. What’s more, you will have lifetime access to the community forum, even after completion of your cyber security certification course.

  • If I want to cancel my enrollment, can I get a refund?

    Yes, you can cancel your enrollment if necessary. We will refund the program price after deducting an administration fee. To learn more, please read our Refund Policy.

Post Graduate Program in Cyber Security, Dubai

The current population of the city is 33.3 lakhs. Dubai is a city located in the United Arab Emirates. Its PPP GDP is $102.67 billion. It has been described as "centrally-planned free-market capitalism. Dubai is also one of the seven emirates which makes it a strategic location.

Dubai’s climate throughout the year remains hot and humid. It is located in the northern desert belt. Dubai’s sandy desert along with the flat coastline makes it an arid region. The tropic of cancer crossing through the UAE makes it a hot and dry region. The eastern part of Dubai is dotted with red dunes. 

Dubai is a place filled with many attractions. The city is a hot spot for tourists. It is known for its fine architecture and luxurious style. It’s one of the best shopping destinations for gold and jewelry.

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