Placement Statistics
The placement performance of the Cyber Security program at Universal Ai University Maharashtra has consistently shown strong results over the years. The following table provides detailed statistics for the last five academic years:
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | PPOs Offered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 800000 | 450000 | 420000 | 92% | 65 |
| 2022 | 750000 | 420000 | 390000 | 91% | 60 |
| 2021 | 700000 | 390000 | 360000 | 90% | 55 |
| 2020 | 650000 | 360000 | 330000 | 89% | 50 |
| 2019 | 600000 | 330000 | 300000 | 87% | 45 |
Top Recruiting Companies
The program attracts top-tier companies from various sectors due to the quality of talent produced. Here are the leading recruiters:
- Microsoft: Offers roles like Security Analyst, Software Engineer - Security, and Cybersecurity Consultant.
- Google: Provides opportunities in Threat Intelligence, Security Engineering, and Incident Response.
- IBM: Recruits for positions such as Security Architect, Compliance Officer, and Penetration Tester.
- Cisco: Offers roles including Network Security Specialist, Security Engineer, and SOC Analyst.
- Amazon Web Services (AWS): Hires for Cloud Security Engineer, Solutions Architect, and Security Operations roles.
- Symantec: Recruits for Malware Analyst, Forensic Investigator, and Security Researcher positions.
- Accenture: Offers roles like Cybersecurity Consultant, Security Analyst, and Risk Manager.
- Thales: Provides opportunities in Cryptography Research, Quantum Security Development, and Security Engineering.
- Oracle: Recruits for Database Security Specialist, Application Security Engineer, and Compliance Auditor.
- Trend Micro: Offers positions like Threat Intelligence Analyst, Malware Analyst, and Security Software Developer.
- NVIDIA: Hires for AI Security Researcher, GPU Security Architect, and Embedded Security Engineer.
- Salesforce: Provides roles such as Security Consultant, Identity Management Specialist, and Cloud Security Analyst.
- Splunk: Offers positions like Security Operations Analyst, Threat Hunter, and Data Security Engineer.
- Palo Alto Networks: Recruits for Network Security Engineer, Threat Researcher, and Security Analyst roles.
- Fortinet: Provides opportunities in Security Consultant, SOC Analyst, and Vulnerability Assessor.
- SAS: Offers roles like Cybersecurity Analyst, Risk Analyst, and Data Protection Specialist.
- CrowdStrike: Hires for Endpoint Security Engineer, Threat Intelligence Analyst, and Security Operations Specialist.
- Check Point Software: Recruits for Security Architect, Penetration Tester, and Security Analyst roles.
- Zscaler: Offers positions such as Cloud Security Engineer, SOC Analyst, and Information Security Consultant.
- Verizon: Provides opportunities in Cybersecurity Analyst, Incident Response Specialist, and Network Security Engineer.
Sector-wise Analysis
The program graduates are sought after across multiple sectors. Here's a breakdown of typical roles by sector:
- IT/Software: Software Engineers - Security, Security Analysts, Threat Intelligence Analysts, and DevSecOps Engineers.
- Core Engineering: Network Security Engineers, Embedded Systems Security Experts, and Hardware Security Designers.
- Finance: Financial Security Analysts, Compliance Officers, and Risk Managers specializing in cybersecurity.
- Consulting: Cybersecurity Consultants, Security Auditors, and IT Security Advisors.
- Analytics: Data Security Specialists, Privacy Engineers, and Analytics Security Analysts.
- PSUs: Government agencies requiring cyber security expertise in defense, infrastructure, and public services.
Internship Season
The internship season begins in the third year of the program. Students participate in a structured process involving:
- Company visits and presentations by recruiters.
- Resume preparation workshops and mock interviews.
- Internship offer letters from selected companies.
- Stipend details provided for internships lasting 2-6 months.
The average stipend during the internship season is INR 40,000/month. Some top companies like Microsoft and Google offer higher stipends up to INR 1 lakh/month based on performance and project requirements.