Cyber Security

Computer Science and Engineering, IIT Kanpur

Academic Programs

About the Programme

In today’s digital age, the surge in cyber attacks on critical infrastructures, information systems, and personal devices has created an urgent need for skilled cybersecurity professionals. The IIT Kanpur e-Masters Program in Cybersecurity Department of Computer Science and Engineering is designed to meet this demand, offering flexible online learning that empowers you with cutting-edge tools, technologies, and industry-relevant knowledge. By earning your Master’s degree in Cybersecurity from IIT Kanpur, you can unlock new career opportunities and confidently navigate the complex and rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape.Learn from one of India’s premier institutions. Gain practical skills through hands-on projects and case studies. Join a powerful network of cybersecurity experts in India and abroad. Take the next step toward becoming a leader in cybersecurity. Explore the e-Masters program and enroll today to strengthen your expertise and advance your career.

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Modules

Curriculum Template

Programme Cirriculum
Credit System Complete 12 modules 5 credits in each module Total 60 credits
Program Duration 1 to 3 Years 12 weeks in each quarter Maximum 3 modules in each quarter
Examination System Min 2 quizes Multiple Projects Final Exam
Module dependency Chart Program Structure

Faculty & Instructors



Alumni

Dr. Manindra Agrawal

Research Interest:
Computational Complexity Theory, Security, Theoretical Computer Science and Algorithms.
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Alumni

Dr. Sandeep K. Shukla

Research Interest:
Application of Formal Methods to Embedded and Cyberphysical Systems and Embedded Computing.
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Alumni

Dr. Amitangshu Pal

Research Interest:IoT, Energy Harvesting Wireless Sensor Networks, Perishable Food Quality Sensing and Communication, Disaster Management Networks, Wireless-Optical Access Networks, Multihop Wireless Networks, Data Center Networks and Enterprise Networks.br>
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Alumni

Dr. Debadatta Mishra

Research Interest:Operating Systems, Virtualization and Cloud Computing and Computer Networks.
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Alumni

Dr. Debapriya Basu Roy

Research Interest: Post-Quantum Cryptography, Side Channel Countermeasure, Efficient Hardware Accelerator for Cryptography, FPGA Architectures, Side Channel Attack and Evaluation, Hardware for Physically Unclonable Function and TRNG, RISC-V based HW/SW Codesign, Efficient Hardware Accelerator for Cryptography and Elliptic Curve Cryptography.
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Alumni

Dr. Nitin Saxena

Research Interest: Computational Complexity Theory, Algebra, Algebraic Geometry, Theoretical Computer Science and Algorithms.
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Alumni

Dr. Urbi Chatterjee

Research Interest:Physical Unclonable Functions based authentication of ‘Smart’ things, Machine Learning Attacks on Physical Unclonable Functions, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) security.
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Core

CS961

Introduction to Cryptography

Core

CS962

Operating System Principles

Core

CS963

Computer Networks I

Core

CS964

Introduction to Application Security, Mobile Security and Critical Infrastructure Security

Core (Basket I)

CS971

Computer Networks II

Core(Basket I)

CS972

Introduction to Linear Algebra

Elective(Basket I)

CS973

Machine Learning for Cyber Security

Core(Basket I)

CS974

Introduction to Web Security, Network Security, and Defenses

Elective(Basket II)

CS980

Cyber Laws, Case Studies and Trends

Core(Basket II)

CS981

Advanced Topics on Cryptography

Elective(Basket II)

CS982

Computational Number Theory for Cryptographers

Core(Basket II)

CS983

Embedded, Cyber Physical Systems and IoT Security

Core(Basket II)

CS984

Introduction to Hardware Security

Elective(Basket II)

CS985

Introduction to Malware Analysis

Elective(Basket II)

CS986

Game Theory

Elective(Basket II)

CS987

Advanced Critical Infrastructure Security

Elective(Basket II)

CS988

Honeypots and Deception Technologies for Advanced Protection

Elective(Basket II)

CS989

Introduction to Blockchain Technology

Core

CS961

Introduction to Cryptography

Core

CS962

Operating System Principles

Core

CS963

Computer Networks I

Core

CS964

Introduction to Application Security, Mobile Security and Critical Infrastructure Security

Core (Basket I)

CS971

Computer Networks II

Core(Basket I)

CS972

Introduction to Linear Algebra

Core(Basket I)

CS974

Introduction to Web Security, Network Security, and Defenses

Core(Basket II)

CS981

Advanced Topics on Cryptography

Core(Basket II)

CS983

Embedded, Cyber Physical Systems and IoT Security

Core(Basket II)

CS984

Introduction to Hardware Security

Elective(Basket I)

CS973

Machine Learning for Cyber Security

Elective(Basket II)

CS980

Cyber Laws, Case Studies and Trends

Elective(Basket II)

CS982

Computational Number Theory for Cryptographers

Core(Basket II)

CS984

Introduction to Hardware Security

Elective(Basket II)

CS985

Introduction to Malware Analysis

Elective(Basket II)

CS986

Game Theory

Elective(Basket II)

CS987

Advanced Critical Infrastructure Security

Elective(Basket II)

CS988

Honeypots and Deception Technologies for Advanced Protection

Elective(Basket II)

CS989

Introduction to Blockchain Technology

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