IIT Madras Senior Cyber Security Consultant Recruitment 2026 (Advt. 166/2026) – 1 Post | Apply by 07 Sep
IIT Madras, Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC and SR)
Tamil Nadu - Tamil Nadu
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The last date to apply was 7 Sept 2026. Applications are no longer accepted for this post.
Vacancies
1
Salary
Rs.1,66,667 per month for 1 year, extendable (onsite team)
Last Date
7 Sept 2026
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IIT Madras Senior Cyber Security Consultant Important Dates 2026
IIT Madras Senior Cyber Security Consultant Application Fee 2026
No Fee
IIT Madras Senior Cyber Security Consultant Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Rs.1,66,667 per month for 1 year, extendable (onsite team)
IIT Madras Senior Cyber Security Consultant Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Age: Not specified in the PDF - verify before applying
- Qualification: Bachelor in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field with 5 plus years across cyber engineering, SOC, incident response, threat detection and vulnerability management; ISO 27001, SOC2, PCI DSS and NIST familiarity; SIEM and SOAR (Splunk and QRadar), XDR and EDR, firewalls and WAF, cloud (AWS, Azure and GCP), Zero-Trust, Python, Bash and PowerShell, containers and microservices; lead and mentor ability
- Fee: No application fee
IIT Madras Senior Cyber Security Consultant Qualification / Education
- Qualification: Bachelor in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field with 5 plus years of experience across cyber engineering, SOC, incident response, threat detection and vulnerability management, with SIEM, SOAR, XDR, cloud and scripting skills plus lead capability
IIT Madras Senior Cyber Security Consultant Job Details & Overview
Overview
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research - Department of Computer Science and Engineering with Coordinator Prof. Chester Rebeiro |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Senior Cyber Security Consultant for an onsite team - Advt ICSR/PR/Advt.166/2026 dated 01-09-2026 (distinct from Advt.167 and Advt.168 consultant ads on the same page - match by advt number) |
| Total Vacancies | 1 for 1 year, extendable |
| Qualification | Bachelor in Cyber or CS fields with 5 plus years experience |
| Job Location | Chennai with onsite team duty (Mhow per job description), Tamil Nadu |
| Application Mode | Online only through the IC and SR careers page |
| Last Date | 07/09/2026 |
| Official Website | https://icandsr.iitm.ac.in |
Project Details
The consultant joins an onsite cyber team for one year with extension possible, covering security operations, incident response, threat detection and vulnerability management.
Vacancy Details - Post Wise
| Post | Vacancies | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Cyber Security Consultant | 1 | Rs.1,66,667 per month |
| Total | 1 |
Eligibility Details
- Bachelor in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field
- 5 plus years across cyber engineering, SOC, incident response, threat detection and vulnerability management
- ISO 27001, SOC2, PCI DSS and NIST familiarity with SIEM and SOAR (Splunk and QRadar), XDR and EDR, firewalls and WAF, cloud (AWS, Azure and GCP), Zero-Trust, Python, Bash and PowerShell, containers and microservices
- Lead and mentor ability; age is not specified in the PDF
Age Limit
| Category | Age |
|---|---|
| All categories | Not specified in the PDF - verify before applying |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All categories | No application fee |
Selection Process
- Shortlisting with a test or interview; no TA or DA
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 01/09/2026 |
| Closing of online applications | 07/09/2026 |
Documents Required
- Online application with degree, certification and experience proofs; hard copy only at the test or interview
How to Apply
- Apply online only at the current openings page against Advt.166/2026 - do not confuse with Advt.167 or Advt.168
Important Links (Official Only)
- Openings: https://icandsr.iitm.ac.in/careers/current_openings.php (Advt.166/2026)
IIT Madras Senior Cyber Security Consultant Important Links
Applications Closed
Last date has passed
Download Notification
https://icandsr.iitm.ac.in/careers/current_openings.php
Official Website
https://icandsr.iitm.ac.in/careers/current_openings.php
How to Apply for IIT Madras Senior Cyber Security Consultant Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for IIT Madras, Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC and SR)'s IIT Madras Senior Cyber Security Consultant Recruitment 2026 (Advt. 166/2026) – 1 Post | Apply by 07 Sep before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this IIT Madras, Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC and SR) recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the application fee of No Fee online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Note: the last date to apply was 7 Sept 2026, so online applications for this post are now closed.
IIT Madras Senior Cyber Security Consultant Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
IIT Madras Senior Cyber Security Consultant Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this IIT Madras, Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC and SR) recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official IIT Madras, Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC and SR) notification before submitting.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
- Track updates to this notification (corrigenda, admit card, result) on Rojgarpulse.
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What is IIT Madras Senior Cyber Security Consultant Recruitment 2026 (Advt. 166/2026) – 1 Post | Apply by 07 Sep?
IIT Madras Senior Cyber Security Consultant Recruitment 2026 (Advt. 166/2026) – 1 Post | Apply by 07 Sep is a government recruitment notification published by Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC&SR), IIT Madras. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC&SR), IIT Madras Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC&SR), IIT Madras Recruitment 2026 start on 01 September 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC&SR), IIT Madras Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC&SR), IIT Madras Recruitment 2026 is 07 September 2026.
What is the application fee for Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC&SR), IIT Madras Recruitment 2026?
No Fee
What is the qualification required for Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC&SR), IIT Madras Recruitment 2026?
Qualification: Bachelor in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field with 5 plus years of experience across cyber engineering, SOC, incident response, threat detection and vulnerability management, with SIEM, SOAR, XDR, cloud and scripting skills plus lead capability
How to apply for Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC&SR), IIT Madras Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for Office of Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (IC&SR), IIT Madras Recruitment 2026. Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.