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Cyber Security Audit - Certification on Audit of Digital Systems (CADS) Foundational level

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Intended audience

Public auditors under CAG and anyone interested in Public Audit Domain

Prerequisites

  • Public Audit (Foundation) is a mandatory course for all CADS learners. Successful completion of Public Audit (Foundation) is a prerequisite for enrolment in the Cybersecurity Audit domain, as it is for all other CADS technical domains. Learners are advised to complete Public Audit (Foundation) first before proceeding to this domain.
  • All of: Public Audit - Certification on Audit of Digital Systems (CADS) Foundational level

Assessment & certification

  • Assessment fee: Included — no extra fee
  • Assessment mode: Center based
  • Assessment type: MCQ
  • Assessment provider: IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation
  • Certificate provider: The passing percentage is 50% of the total marks.

NCrF level: 6 (NCrF credit-eligible)

Syllabus

  • Week 1: Module 1: Cybersecurity Foundations
    Introduction to Cybersecurity CIA Triad AAA Framework Cybersecurity Principles Cryptography Foundations Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies Threats Attacks 2025 - 2026 Cyber Attack Statistics Examples & Use-Cases
  • Week 2: Module 2: Infrastructure Fundamentals
    Introduction to Infrastructure Fundamentals Network Hardware and Architecture Virtualization Concept Operating System Fundamentals Storage Infrastructure Role of Audit in Infrastructure Security
  • Week 3: Module 3: Networks and Network Security
    Networking - I Networking - II Role of Audit in Network Security
  • Week 4: Module 4: Application and Web Security Basics
    Foundations of Web Technology Web Technologies & Architecture Basics Web Application Architecture Introduction to Web Application Security Web Application Security Basics Security Standards & Frameworks Application Security Testing Role of Audit in Application Security
  • Week 5: Module 5: Cloud Computing and Cloud Security Fundamentals
    Introduction to Cloud Computing Cloud Service Models Threats on the Cloud & Governance Cloud Security Operations & Tools Role of Audit in Cloud Security
  • Week 6: Module 6: Open-Source Intelligence
    Foundations & Methodologies OSINT Fundamentals Operational Security (OPSEC) Advanced Web & Search Intelligence Infrastructure & Network Intelligence Social Media Intelligence (SOCMINT) Geospatial & Image Intelligence (GEOINT & IMINT) Role of Audit in Open-Source Intel
  • Week 7: Module 7: Offensive Security Fundamentals - Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing
    Introduction to Offensive Security Vulnerability Assessment Fundamentals Infrastructure Vulnerability Assessment Application Vulnerability Assessment Penetration Testing Fundamentals Infrastructure Penetration Testing Application Penetration Testing Documentation & Reporting Patching & Remediation Dark Web Overview
  • Week 8: Module 8: OT Security Fundamentals
    Introduction to OT Security IT vs OT OT Systems & Components OT Security Frameworks Key Security Considerations Security Challenges in OT Environment OT Security Use-Cases Role of Audit in OT Security
  • Week 9: Module 9: Introduction to Security Operations
    Security Operations Fundamentals Components of SOC Security Monitoring & Logging SIEM Operations Security Events & Alerts Triage, Risk, & Assessment Investigation & Escalation Documentation & Communication Role of Audit in Security Operations
  • Week 10: Module 10: Digital Forensics Fundamentals & Introduction to Incident Response
    Introduction to Digital Forensics Digital Forensics Principles Evidence Management Digital Forensics Domains Incident Response (IR) Fundamentals Investigation Use-Cases Role of Audit in Digital Forensics
  • Week 11: Module 11: Malware Analysis Fundamentals
    Malware Taxonomy Malware Life-cycle Malware Analysis - Static Malware Analysis - Dynamic Latest Malware Trends Role of Audit in Malware Analysis
  • Week 12: Module 12: Indian Cybersecurity Laws, Policies, Guidelines and Frameworks
    Introduction to Cyber Law Indian Cybersecurity Laws Guidelines and Frameworks Standards and Compliance
  • Week 13: Module 13: Introduction to Cybersecurity Audit
    Introduction to Cybersecurity Audits Audit Landscape Audit Life-Cycle Policies & Controls Security Governance & Compliance Frameworks Conducting Audit
  • Week 14: Module 14: Risk Management, Control Gaps and Monitoring
    Governance, Risk & Compliance Introduction Risk & Cyber Risk Risk Management Risk Management Strategy Cyber Risk Management Frameworks Compliance CIS Critical Security Controls (CSC18) Compliance standards & Certification Control Gaps & Monitoring
  • Week 15: Module 15: AI in Cyber Security
    AI & Machine Learning Basics AI for Blue Teaming (Defensive AI) Role of Audit in Security incorporated AI

Taught by

Experts from IIT Madras, IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation and Office of CAG designated experts

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