PGCP-ITISS Course Focus & Domain
The Post Graduate Certificate Programme in IT Infrastructure, Systems & Security (PGCP-ITISS) (Course ID: 28, formerly PG-DITISS) trains engineers to manage enterprise IT infrastructure and counter cyber threats.
Structured as a 24-week full-time curriculum, the course combines practical system administration with hands-on network security defense.
Curriculum Modules
| Module Code | Module Title | Focus Domain |
|---|---|---|
| MOD-01 | Fundamentals of Computer Networks | OSI/TCP-IP Protocols, IP Subnetting, Routing |
| MOD-02 | Operating System Administration | Linux & Windows Server Administration, User Management |
| MOD-03 | Automation & Scripting | Bash Shell Scripting, Python for System Administration |
| MOD-04 | Security Concepts & Cryptography | Encryption Algorithms, Hashing, Digital Certificates |
| MOD-05 | Network Defense & Countermeasures | Firewalls, Intrusion Detection/Prevention (IDS/IPS), VPNs |
| MOD-06 | Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) | Certificate Authorities, SSL/TLS, Identity Management |
| MOD-07 | IT Infrastructure Management & DevOps | Virtualization, Cloud Foundations, Containerization |
| MOD-08 | Cyber Forensics & Incident Analysis | Log Analysis, Threat Hunting, Evidence Preservation |
| MOD-09 | Compliance & Security Auditing | Security Benchmarks, Vulnerability Assessment |
| MOD-10 | Capstone Security Project | Enterprise Infrastructure Hardening & Defense Simulation |
Computer Networks & Linux Administration
- Enterprise Networking: VLANs, Trunking, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), OSPF routing, DNS, DHCP, IPv4 & IPv6 addressing
- Linux Administration: User management, ACLs, PAM modules, systemd services, LVM storage, SELinux policies, firewall rules
- Automation: Shell scripting and Python routines for administrative monitoring and system hardening
Network Defense, Firewalls & Cryptography
- Cryptography: Symmetric (AES) vs Asymmetric (RSA, ECC) ciphers, hashing standards, digital signatures
- Public Key Infrastructure: Managing digital certificates, key lifecycles, and secure communication channels
- Defense Systems: Snort IDS rules, enterprise firewalls, and SIEM log monitoring
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the duration of PGCP-ITISS?
PGCP-ITISS is a 24-week full-time intensive training programme in system administration, network defense, and cyber security.
Is PGCP-ITISS suitable for careers in Security Operations Centers (SOC)?
Yes, PGCP-ITISS is specifically tailored for roles such as SOC Analyst, Network Security Engineer, System Administrator, and Security Consultant.
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