Capacity Building Programme on Cybersecurity under the Malaviya National Mission on Teachers

Cybersecurity training for faculty in higher education is crucial in an increasingly digital landscape, as it equips educators with the skills needed to protect sensitive data and maintain the integrity of academic systems. This training not only enhances faculty awareness of potential cyber threats but also fosters a culture of security within the institution. This initiative is expected to empower faculty to safeguard educational environments while promoting a proactive approach to cybersecurity, ultimately enhancing the overall resilience of higher education institutions against cyber threats. Faculty trained under this initiative will serve as ambassadors, cascading knowledge within their institutions and across the education sector, reinforcing the HEIs preparedness.

1. Capacity Building Programme on Cybersecurity - Basic level
2. Capacity Building Programme on Cybersecurity - Intermediate level

The first batch of basic level is ready to commence on 16th December 2024. Detailed schedule of the training programme is mentioned below

Proposed Schedule of Training Programs

1. Please note we have not scheduled the trainings during March 2025 to April 2025 due to exam time. July 2025 is a buffer month
2. Please note that only upon successful completion of the basic course will you be eligible to attend the intermediate course..

Proposed Program Overview:

1. Objective:
To equip educators and professionals with the necessary knowledge and skills to address cybersecurity challenges effectively, thereby promoting a secure and resilient digital environment.

2. Target Audience:
Teachers and educators in higher education institutions and schools.
Trainers under skilling initiatives.

3. Program Highlights:
Modules on basic cybersecurity awareness, secure digital practices, and protection.
Modules at Intermediate topics, include, Mobil security, Cloud security, OSINT tools for intelligence gathering, Introduction to IAM with data security, privacy and data protection & Introduction to Cryptocurrencies, with CVE database use for fixing security flaws.
Hands-on demos with real-world scenarios using latest tools & virtual labs and attack simulations.

4. Delivery Model:
Online learning with demos, to maximize reach and engagement.

5. Proposed Timeline:
Launch Date: December 2024.
Basic Level 16th Dec 2024 (5 days) and 23rd Dec 2024 (5 days)
Intermediate Level 30th Dec 2024 (5 days)
Please refer Appendix B Proposed Schedule of Training Programs

6. Expected Outcomes:

• Enhanced cybersecurity awareness and preparedness among educators.
• Creation of a teachers pool to address cybersecurity awareness to society.
• Strengthened digital resilience within educational institutions.

Basic Course Topics

• Introduction and Overview of Cyber Security
• Overview of Threat Landscape on Information Security Layers
• Introduction to Cryptography and Digital Signatures
• Introduction to Cyber Threats, Cyber Laws
• Latest Cyber Security Threats, Scams and Frauds
• Threats to Physical Security and Information Security Specifically Faced by Educational Institutions and Ways to Mitigate
• Cyber Etiquette and Cyber Hygiene

Intermediate Course Topics

• Recap of Basics
• Intro to OSINT Framework
• Identity and Access Management
• Data Privacy, Data Security and Data
• Introduction to Cloud Security
• Risks of Cloud and How to Mitigate
• Incident Response Planning and Management - Specifically in the Context of Educational Institutions
• Introduction to Cryptocurrencies and Bitcoins
• Cyber Security Design and Maintaining Resilience

Pre-assessment & information prior to the training
IITM Pravartak will offer a tailored and flexible approach to teacher training, addressing several current challenges in cyber space. Teachers (Training participants in this case) often dont get time to go through handbooks. So, every day at the end of the day, a summary of learning will be provided with a heads-up of next day content. We will engage with training participants 1 week prior to the program with a pre-assessment & using this method.

Steps to Register

1. Register at https://mmc.ugc.ac.in/Login/Index

2. Sign up using your Email

3. Login using the credentials received in your email

4. Upload Employee ID card and Nomination letter in the "Profile Tab"

5. Choose the training programme in "Apply for Training" Tab and click on Participate

Center:Indian Institute of Information Technology