Top 10 Next-Gen Cyber Careers for Engineering Students

Tuesday, 07 October 2025, 09:42 IST

IoT Security Engineer

India’s 5G rollout and 1 billion IoT devices by 2025 amplify risks, from hacked smart meters in Delhi to vulnerable Jio-connected appliances. IoT Security Engineers harden devices with secure MQTT protocols and edge-based intrusion detection.

Electronics engineers leverage sensor expertise.

Skills: Embedded systems, Zigbee, and lightweight cryptography.

Growth: 22%, salaries at Rs 13 lakh.

Path: Secure Reliance IoT ecosystems.

Impact: Protects India’s smart cities and rural connectivity.

Blockchain Security Analyst

India’s blockchain adoption in supply chains and DeFi platforms like Polygon faces smart contract vulnerabilities. Blockchain Security Analysts audit code with tools like Slither, ensuring trust in digital rupee pilots.

Computer science engineers shine with cryptographic skills.

Must-haves: Solidity, formal verification, and consensus mechanisms.

Demand: 30%, with Rs 16 lakh salaries.

Future: Consult for RBI’s CBDC.

Edge: Bolsters India’s Web3 leadership.