National Security Database
National Security Database is a prestigious empanelment program from Information Sharing and Analysis Center (ISAC), awarded to credible & trustworthy Information security experts with proven skills to protect the National Critical Infrastructure & economy of the country.
National security database
Ranks under the NSD
The National Security Database has various ranks (empanelment levels) that identify the skill level of a certified professional.
- The open DB means the NSD Rank is freely available for access and open to the public.
- The closed DB means access to the NSD Rank is restricted and available only for select Government and Industry organizations.
- The Guardian level is proposed to be made as an Open DB for the use of the Industry in 2022.
Cyber security
Empanelments
The National Security Database recognises the following technical domains for empanelment
Intervention Officer
First responder program focused on Cyber Laws, Counseling the victims and assisting the police in investigations.
Available Online
Awarded to professionals with proven skills in vulnerability analysis and penetration testing.
Available Online
Available Online
Web App Pen Tester
Awarded to professionals with proven experience in web application security.
Exploit Researcher
Requires proven skills in bug bounties, hardware hacking, reversing and exploitation.
Mobile App Security
Awarded to professionals with proven skills in Android and iOS app security assessment.
Forensics Investigator
Focused on Forensics Investigation and Case Management along with International Cyber laws.
Malware Analyst
Awarded to professionals with skills to examine, identify, and understand the nature of viruses, worms, bots, rootkits, and other malwares.
Reverse Engineer
Awarded to professionals with skills in reverse engineering of software and hardware.
Threat Hunter
Awarded to professionals with knowledge of SOC, skilled in enterprise threat detection and incident response activities.
SOC Analyst
Awarded to professionals with proven skills to monitor security access and report suspicious activity.
Timeline of NSD
NSD Sample Certificate
