M.Tech Network Management & Information Security

Master of Technology in Network Management & Information Security

M.Tech (Network Management & Information Security) or Master of Technology in Network Management & Information Security is a two-year postgraduate Networking program. Networking and Security is an interdisciplinary course that covers network computing, information systems, cryptography, ubiquitous computing, digital forensics, and law. The Master of Technology course in Network Management & Information Security provides students with the necessary skills to plan, design, construct, manage and troubleshoot complex integrated voice and data networks.

An emphasis is placed on achieving designs that are both scalable and secure. Topics explored within the Network Management & Information Security degree include network switching, advanced routing, wide area networks, wireless networks, and the management and security of both computer systems and the network infrastructure; focuses on the network infrastructure and network security management aspects of information security. This concentration will provide in-depth coverage of network security infrastructure technologies such as firewalls, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS), vulnerability assessment tools, as well as overall security infrastructure engineering and design. The course is career orienting in nature that offers many opportunities in various fields.

M.Tech (Network Management & Information Security) Eligibility

• GATE qualified in CSE/ECE with 4 years of study at university level/ B.E / B.Tech (CSE/ IT/ Computer related subjects)/ M.C.A / M.Sc (CS/IT) with 55% marks in aggregate.
• Relaxation of 5% marks is given to sponsored/ SC/ ST candidates.
• The maximum age limit is 27 years as of July 1 of the admission year. No age limit for female / sponsored candidates. Relaxation in age for SC/ ST/ OBC/ PH candidates is 3 years.

M.Tech (Network Management & Information Security) Syllabus

The Syllabus of Network Management & Information Security as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

M.Tech (Network Management & Information Security) Colleges

• Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, Indore
• Dehradun Institute of Technology - DIT University, Dehradun

M.Tech (Network Management & Information Security) Course Suitability

• The course is suitable to provide advanced skills needed to successfully design, maintain and manage network infrastructure and applications.
• Applicants should be able to understand infrastructure, information systems, and assets; and to investigate any network and information security breaches through digital forensic techniques.
• They should be up to date and computer efficient as it is the main need while pursuing this course.

How is the M.Tech (Network Management & Information Security) Course Beneficial?

• After passing the course successful candidates can further higher studies for enhancing their educational qualifications.
• They can start their own business related to networking and security management in form of self-employment.
• After passing the course with good CGP/Marks, they have a lot of jobs in software/hardware companies both in India and abroad.

M.Tech (Network Management & Information Security) Employment Areas

• Colleges & Universities
• IT Security / Risk Consulting
• Information Security Management
• Network Operations Engineering
• Network Architecture and Network Management
• Security Analysis

M.Tech (Network Management & Information Security) Job Types

• Cybersecurity Engineer
• Computer Network Engineer
• Cyber Defence Tools Engineer
• IT Specialist (Security)
• Information Security Engineer
• Information Security Consultant
• Lecturer & Professor

Advanced Course in M.Tech (Network Management & Information Security)

• Ph.D. (Network Engineering)