Programme · D-16 · Authorised Pearson Partner

Industrial Cybersecurity

Connected factories are vulnerable factories. This programme teaches the specific cybersecurity skills needed to protect industrial control systems and OT networks.

5–6 mo
Duration
Graduate
Entry level
On-campus
Format
Pearson
Standard
Industry overview

About this field

As factories connect PLCs, SCADA and IIoT devices to networks, the attack surface expands dramatically. Industrial cybersecurity is different from IT security — it must protect availability and safety, not just confidentiality. This programme covers ICS/SCADA threat landscapes, network segmentation, secure remote access, anomaly detection and incident response for operational technology environments.

Career pathways

Roles you'll be ready for

OT Security AnalystMonitors industrial networks for threats, investigates alerts and ensures compliance with ICS security policies.
ICS Security EngineerDesigns and implements secure architectures for industrial control systems — segmentation, firewalls and access control.
Vulnerability Assessor (OT)Conducts vulnerability scans and penetration tests on industrial assets and reports findings with remediation steps.
Incident Responder (ICS)Responds to security incidents in OT environments, isolates affected systems and coordinates recovery with operations.
Skills you'll build

What you'll be able to do

01ICS/SCADA threat landscape02Network segmentation (Purdue model, IEC 62443)03Industrial firewall and DMZ configuration04Secure remote access for OT environments05Anomaly detection on industrial networks06Vulnerability assessment of OT assets07Incident response for ICS environments08Security hardening of PLCs and HMIs
Hands-on projects

Real builds, not slideware

PRJ-01
OT Network Audit

Map an industrial network, identify all connected assets (PLCs, HMIs, engineering workstations) and produce a risk register.

PRJ-02
Purdue Model Implementation

Segment a simulated plant network into Purdue levels 0–4 with firewalls, jump servers and data diodes.

PRJ-03
SCADA Anomaly Detection

Deploy a network-based anomaly detection tool on a SCADA testbed, train it on normal traffic and detect simulated attacks.

Equipment & software

You'll work on the real thing

Equipment

Industrial firewall applianceNetwork switch with VLAN supportOT testbed environmentJump server / bastion hostSecurity monitoring workstation

Software

Wireshark / tcpdumpNmap vulnerability scannerIDS/IPS tools (Snort / Suricata)SIEM dashboard (ELK Stack basics)

* Specific brands and software listed per actual lab inventory.

Certification

Recognised, competency-based

Finish the programme and you get a Veritas by IQgrads certification, with your learning aligned to Pearson's internationally recognised standards — real proof of what you can do.

* Confirm exact certification and Pearson wording before publishing.

Fees & payment

Pay half now — the rest when it pays off

PDelivered to globally recognised Pearson standards
Total programme fee*₹1,50,000
Stage 1 · 50%
₹75,000
At enrolment

Paid upfront to secure your place.

Stage 2 · 50%
₹75,000
On offer or certification

Paid upon job offer or certification completion.

* Illustrative. Scholarships and financing available — confirm exact fees in your consultation.

After Veritas · study abroad

A springboard to a Master's degree in Europe

For a lot of people, Veritas is just step one. The hands-on, globally-recognised experience makes your profile stronger if you want to study abroad later — and these happen to be the exact skills European employers are short on.

Primary pathway
A Master's degree abroad — Europe in focus

Automation, robotics, semiconductors, EV, Industry 4.0 — these skills are in real demand across Europe right now.

GermanyNetherlandsIrelandNordicsWider EU
ALSO
Global-standard foundation

Pearson-aligned learning that complements an international application.*

ALSO
Stack a specialisation

Add advanced tracks before applying abroad.

ALSO
Professional certifications

Industry certifications that travel internationally.

* Study-abroad outcomes depend on admissions, language, funding and visas, which Veritas does not control. Confirm guidance and any partnerships, and verify demand claims, before publishing.

Hiring industries

Who hires for these skills

Critical infrastructurePower and energyOil and gasDefencePharmaceuticalsAutomotiveIT security firms

Indicative sectors hiring for these skills — verify before publishing.

Authorised Pearson Partner
Programme · D-16

Industrial Cybersecurity

Duration5–6 mo
Entry levelGraduate
FormatOn-campus
StandardPearson
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Indicative salaries

Entry (0–2 yr)₹4–7 LPA
Mid (3–5 yr)₹8–15 LPA
Senior (5+ yr)₹18–30 LPA

Indicative — verify before publishing.

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