What You Will Learn in Yandexs Online Masters Program: Specialization in Network Security Engineering

The master’s program in Cybersecurity, created by experts from Yandex and NIA P.M. MIFI, is set to commence in September 2025. The program lasts for two years, and graduates receive two diplomas: one for a master’s degree from NIA P.M. MIFI and a certificate of professional retraining from Yandex.

A network security engineer is responsible for safeguarding the corporate network against cyberattacks, unauthorized access, and data breaches. Their primary goal is to extend the time to attack (TTA) and reduce the time to response (TTR).

**Key Competencies Include:**

— Management of information security risks and processes.
— Monitoring information security events.
— Threat analysis and vulnerability management.
— Investigation of information security incidents.
— Utilization of information security tools (IS protection).
— Incident investigation.
— Implementation of Zero Trust for access to corporate resources.
— Configuration and protection of the internal corporate environment.
— Applied cryptography and security assurance in industrial environments.

**Information Security Specialist:** This role is dedicated to protecting the organization’s information systems and data from threats and risks. Responsibilities include:

— Developing and implementing protective measures, along with their configuration and maintenance.
— Assessing risks and vulnerabilities.
— Conducting employee training and briefings on information security issues.
— Responding to incidents.
— Monitoring security.
— Updating protective systems by integrating new technologies and methods to counter evolving threats.

**SOC Analyst (Security Operations Center):** This position involves identifying cyber threats and security incidents within the organization’s information system and responding to them. The main task is to ensure continuous protection of the infrastructure from attacks. Duties encompass:

— Security monitoring, tracking events and logs from various systems.
— Analyzing alerts and warnings to identify potential threats or attacks.
— Incident response, including blocking and isolating infected systems.
— Documenting incidents, including producing reports and recording actions and investigation results.
— Updating response rules and scenarios.
— Collaborating with response teams.

To enroll, applicants must provide a bachelor’s or specialist degree and complete entrance exams online. Educational loans with government support are available for tuition payment. During their studies, students enjoy all the benefits available to university students, including military deferment, discounts, and a student ID.

The master’s program is conducted online, allowing students to balance their studies with work commitments, requiring approximately 25 hours per week. Throughout their studies, students will be supported by reviewers and mentors, who are always available for assistance.

Enrollment is completed online, with a Yandex curator guiding you at every step. The process consists of five stages:

1. Submit an application for the program.
2. Wait for a call from your curator, who will provide instructions for the next steps.
3. With your curator’s assistance, submit your documents via the applicant’s personal account.
4. Take the entrance exams, preparing with the help of the Yandex guide.
5. Sign the contract and pay for your studies.