PG Certificate Program in AI/GenAI Powered Cybersecurity

The program is called offered by the PG Certificate Program in AI/GenAI Powered Cybersecurity, offered by the Continuing Education Centre (CEC), IIT Roorkee.

The duration is 7-8 months (126+ hours). Batch commerce on 1st November, 2025

1. Minimum 50% in graduation (minimum 3-year degree in CS, IT, Engg, Math, or related tech fields).

2. Preferred: 1+ year experience in IT support, software dev, cloud ops, QA, security, etc.

3. Must clear the pre-screening test.

4. Familiarity with Python, networking, and data structures is recommended.

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The application process for CEC, IIT Roorkee’s PG Certificate Program has already begun.

The program fee is ₹1.40 lakhs + 18% GST.

The Course Fee is ₹1.3 Lakhs + 18% GST

A mandatory, non-refundable fee of ₹10,000 + 18% GST will be collected by Futurense Technologies for lab access and certifications. This fee is applicable to all enrolled students.

An may be offered at an additional cost (conditions apply), which will also be charged separately.

Yes. Admission to the program requires clearing a pre-screening exam and meeting the eligibility criteria

While the exact list is not provided for this program, similar IIT Roorkee programs typically require:

1. Application form
2. ID proof
3. Educational certificates (Class 10th, 12th, Graduation)
4. Work experience certificates (if applicable)
5. Passport-size photograph
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Note: The same may apply unless otherwise stated

Yes. The CyberScreener (IGT) is a 2-hour readiness test with MCQs and coding tasks.

No. Programming knowledge is not mandatory, thought having programming knowledge is beneficial. Futurense provides a Bridge Course covering Python basics, prompt engineering, and AI tool usage to help bridge the gap before the actual course commencement

1. Live online weekend classes: 3 hours each on Saturday and Sunday. (Final schedule will be shared based on faculty availability and discretion)

2. Includes labs, hands-on tools, real-world cybersecurity exercises.

3. 2–3 days of dedicated CISSP exam preparation workshops, conducted online by industry mentors

4. Optional 3-day campus immersion at IIT Roorkee.

5. Curriculum is aligned with CISSP and CEH competencies, quipping learners for global certifications.

The Campus immersion is optional, so attendance is not mandatory.

Yes. The campus immersion cost is ₹10,000 + taxes.

Hostel accommodation may be provided either on campus or off campus, depending on the availability of facilities.

Projects include:

1. AI-augmented SOC simulation
2. Prompt engineering for phishing defense
3. Automated cloud misconfig detection
4. Malware analysis using GenAI tools
5. AI governance policy creation

Key modules include:

1. Fundamentals of Cybersecurity

2. Cryptography & Protocols
3. AI & GenAI for Cybersecurity
4. SOC Automation
5. Cloud Security
6. Threat Intelligence
7. Ethical Hacking & AI Attacks
8. AI Governance & Compliance
9. Capstone Project

Multi-agent systems are essential for:

1. Autonomous threat detection
2. Red teaming
3. Running GenAI-based simulations
4. Executing real-time audits across cloud and endpoints

Prof. Gaurav Kumar Nayak (IIT Roorkee)

Expert in GenAI, video understanding, vision-language models

Prof. Raghavendra Rohit (IIT Roorkee)

Expert in applied cryptography and secure communication Their combined experience bridges AI and cybersecurity for real-world readiness.

Industry experts from Google, Microsoft, Infosys, Lenskart, AmEx, and more teach live sessions.
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The Futurense Leadership Council offers:

1. Masterclasses
2. Mentorship
3. Real-world MarTech case walkthroughs
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50% of sessions are taught by industry faculty, ensuring applied learning

The program covers:

1. Traditional AI: Cybersecurity analytics, automation, ML-based personalization

2. Generative AI: Tools like ChatGPT, Jasper, Claude, Gemini for content, campaigns, and strategy

3. Agentic AI: Frameworks for building autonomous, AI-driven cybersecurity journey

1. GenAI: GPT 4, Claude 3, LangChain, AutoGPT, Guardrails, OpenRouter

2. Cybersecurity: Hack The Box, Wireshark, Splunk Sim, ELK Stack, Shodan

3. Cryptography: OpenSSL, GnuPG, PyCryptodome, TLSCertGen.io

4. Dev Tools: VSCode, GitHub Copilot, Replit

5. PromptOps: Promptfoo, PromptArmor, ChatGPT, PromptInject

Agentic AI allows systems to make decisions, learn from feedback, and autonomously execute tasks, which is critical for real time security, dynamic response, and continues lerning in cybersecurity operations.

While designed primarily for marketers, it is also suitable for tech professionals as it includes:

1. Full-stack security operations.
2. Prompt engineering.
3. Cloud and container security.
4. System-level automation usin Python, SOAR, and SIEM tools.

This program is primarily marketing-focused, but enables specialization by:

1. Cloud, container, and DevSecOps training
2. Modular toolkits for use in fintech, edtech, SaaS, e-commerce, etc.
3. Roles like Cloud Security Associate, SOC Analyst, and LLM Risk Evaluator

1. Traditional AI: Uses structured data for fixed tasks.

2. Generative AI: Creates text, images, code (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude)

3. Agentic AI: Autonomous agents that make decisions, adapt, and operate independently.

1. Healthcare: Automates diagnosis and treatment recommendations.

2. Manufacturing: Enables process optimization and predictive maintenance.

3. Telecom: Powers AI-driven customer support and network optimization.

Roles include:

1. AI Marketing Strategist
2. LLM Risk Evaluator
3. AI Cyber Governance Analyst
4. SOC Analyst
5. Cloud Security Associate
6. GenAI Red Teamer
7. Threat Intelligence Specialist
8. Security Automation Engineer

Professionals with GenAI and Agentic AI skills see:

1. 40–60% salary hikes
2. Entry-level packages from ₹6–12 LPA
3. Roles paying up to 35+LPA in metro cities and GCCs
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Source: Salary insights referenced from AnalytixLabs 2025 AI Salary Report and Boston Institute of Analytics 2025 Industry Trends.

1. Companies are establishing GenAI labs and AI agents in both metros and tier-2 cities

2. The program prepares professionals to meet rising demand for AI-literate marketers in sectors like e-commerce, SaaS, fintech, and edtech

1. Designed from scratch for GenAI-native cybersecurity

2. Includes hands-on AI defense, compliance, and red-teaming

3. Equips learners to not build, just operate, next-gen security systems

1. Projected market value: $1.3 trillion by 2032

2. 74% of enterprises are prioritizing GenAI adoption (Gartner, 2024)
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Source: Figures based on projections from Bloomberg Intelligence and enterprise adoption data from Gartner (2025).

India is a leading hub for AI innovation, with $600M+ raised in GenAI startups in 2024 alone.
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Source: Based on analysis by NASSCOM on India s GenAI startup ecosystem.

Tier 2 cities are experiencing a 35%+ hiring surge due to companies like TCS and Infosys setting up GenAI labs, expanding opportunities for both freshers and mid career professionals.
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Source: Hiring data from foundit Insights (June 2025) and GetWork report (May 2024).

Full fee payment of ₹1.40 lakhs + GST must be completed within 5 days of receiving the offer letter

Yes. If you or your family are funding the program, you can choose to self-fund either partially or in full.

Yes. Futurense has partnered with various financial institutes to offer financial assistance

Interest rates vary depending on the repayment plan and financial partner. Rates are described as reasonable and competitive considering the recent rise in unsecured loan rates in India.

Student's Documents:

1. PAN
2. Aadhar
3. Last 3 months’ bank statements
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Income Documents

Last 3 months’ payslips