Collaboration Pillars

What we offer institutions

Four pillars of cybersecurity collaboration designed for colleges and universities seeking future-ready graduates.

AI, Data & Cyber COE

Establish a dedicated Center of Excellence with industry-grade labs, HCLTech tools, and a research & innovation ecosystem.

Faculty Certification

Training of Teachers (ToT) programs by SMEs and industry practitioners. HCLTech certifies faculty as assessors.

VAPT & SecOps

Vulnerability Assessment, Penetration Testing, Cyber Forensics, Incident Response, and SecOps with Docker & Kubernetes.

NAAC / NIRF Alignment

Programs aligned to NAAC, NBA, and NIRF criteria — directly supporting institutional accreditation and rankings improvement.

Learning Journey

Cybersecurity program pathway

A complete curriculum stack — from school-level awareness to advanced engineering certifications.

1

Cybersecurity Basics for Schools — 10 hrs

Under the Cyber Safety Champions track: Cybersecurity Basics, Social Engineering Defenders, Cybersecurity for Girls, and Tech Empowerment modules for Grades VIII, IX & XI.

2

Cyber Security Essentials — 30 hrs (Industry Short Program)

Value-added course covering Identity & Access Management, Fraud Detection in eCommerce, Secured Software Development, and Cyber for Social Media. NCVET approved.

3

Cyber Security Analyst — 180 hrs (HEI Program)

Role-ready program covering SOC/IR Analyst, Security Analyst, Cloud Security, Network Security Engineering, and Application Security — with live labs on the HCLTech Career Shaper platform.

4

Cyber Engineer — 240 hrs (NCVET Approved)

Full engineering pathway: Intro to Networks & OS → Identity & Access Management → Virtualization → Cloud & Network Security → Vulnerability Management & VAPT → Cyber Forensics & Law → Incident Response → Industry Project. Dual certification: CCST Networking + CCST Cybersecurity via Pearson Certiport. NOS Code: HCLT/N0047/IT/2024.

5

SecOps with Docker & Kubernetes — 210 hrs (NCVET Approved)

Container-level security operations with DevSecOps principles. Includes Cybersecurity Engineering (180 hrs) and Network Security Engineering tracks. Backed by Career Shaper exam and Pearson Certiport certification.

Industry Credentials

Certifications Awarded to Students

Global, industry-recognised credentials that make graduates stand out from day one.

CCST Cybersecurity

Cisco Certified Support Technician in Cybersecurity — globally recognised entry-level security credential.

CCST Networking

Cisco Certified Support Technician in Networking — awarded midway through the Cyber Engineer program.

HCLTech Career Shaper™

Proprietary HCLTech certification with optional Joint Certification from IIT Madras Research Park for Academy programs.

Microsoft SC-900

Microsoft Security, Compliance & Identity Fundamentals — available as a Pearson Certiport add-on certification.

IT Specialist: Cybersecurity

Pearson Certiport IT Specialist track in Cybersecurity, Network Security, and Cloud Computing.

Digital Certificates & Transcripts

Skill transcripts and digital certificates for every program — shareable on LinkedIn and with employers.

For Institutions

Benefits of Partnering with CareerCraft Academy

Everything your institution needs to launch a world-class cybersecurity program — without building from scratch.

Faculty Upskilling

Certified faculty development through HCLTech SME-led Training of Teachers programs.

Industry-Grade Labs

Access to HCLTech Career Shaper platform: live labs, simulations, and real-world cyber scenarios.

Improved Employability

Graduates with certified cyber skills command stronger placement rates and higher starting salaries.

Student Specialization

Dedicated cybersecurity tracks from Analyst to Engineer level — structured semester-wise delivery.

Research Ecosystem

Backed by IIT Madras Research Park — enabling student and faculty research in AI, Data & Cyber domains.

Flexible Delivery

In-person, virtual, or hybrid delivery models — fully customisable curriculum with end-to-end support.

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