As per a Nasscom survey, we need 5 lakh cyber security professionals, but we have only 50,000
Ethical hacking helps a company or individual to identify potential threats on the computer or network. The need for hackers has increased after the revolutionary movement of ‘Digital India’.
From banking and automotive to manufacturing and retail, several industries have undergone digital disruption in the last few years. Important documentation like Aadhar cards, ration cards and driving license are going virtual.
There are tons of developers who can create software and websites, but few know how to keep that data secure.
According to Mr Sandeep Sengupta, Managing Director of the Indian School of Ethical Hacking, “Ethical Hacking is a legal way to find out whether any software or network is hackable. The company owner assigns hackers to hack into the system to check its strength.”
“5-10 years ago, there wasn’t much scope in the field but the landscape has changed today. With an increase in cyber crime, every company is in need of ethical hackers. As per a Nasscom survey, we need 5 lakh cyber security professionals, but we have only 50,000,” he said.
Speaking about pay-scale in the field, Sengupta said, “While freshers earn a starting salary of Rs 6 lakh per annum, there are people who earn up to Rs 60 lakh per annum. Sky is the limit for experienced professionals in this field.”
Several designations and profiles are available in this field of ethical hacking. Because of this, ethical hacking as a career is on an upward trend. The types of jobs that are available include vulnerability assessment, penetration testing specialist, cyber security auditors, information security managers, CISO, and several others.
“Predictive analysis, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain are next on the radar in the field,” said Sengupta.
In India, ethical hacking is a new concept. USA has worked on developing software programs and making sure those programs are secure. For India, the change has been sudden. Developmental resources are there but, enough importance isn’t given to the security aspect. If companies want their data to be safe, they will need to hire ethical hackers for it.
New concept
- Ethical hacking as a career is a booming field which is making new headway every day
- Since its a new concept in India, it is experiencing a lack of talented professionals
- If companies want their data to be safe, they will need to hire ethical hackers for the same
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