National Centre for Communication Security (NCCS) Research Associates Scheme

Description
Applications are invited based upon vacancy at NCCS usually twice a year . Currently, no applications are being invited. Please follow NCCS website https://nccs.gov.in/ for next Research Associate RA engagement notification. Click here https://nccs.gov.in/public/latest updates/RA%20Notification%20Signed%20 1 .pdf for last RA notification. National Centre for Communication Security NCCS responsible for the implementation of ComSeC Scheme part of MTCTE. This involves development of Indian Telecom Security Assurance Standards, Security Test labs recognition and Security certification of telecom equipment and associated processes. This mandate is of significant importance considering the looming telecom/network/cyber threats globally and the threat these vulnerabilities pose to National Security and Privacy to people of the Nation. NCCS work in security domain to strengthen the security standardization eco-system in India is highly specialized in nature and unique in its mandate. It also needs to interact with multilateral agencies like 3GPP, ITU, APT, IEEE, IETF, NIST and ETSI and other national/ international standardization bodies for active collaboration & development of country specific telecom security standards for India. It develops expertise to imbibe latest technologies and provides technical support/ policy inputs to DOT to advice other ministries in respects of Telecom Security Domain. Positions 1. The number of positions available depends upon the vacancies. Please refer to the RA Notification for vacancy details. 1. The total number of RAs at NCCS at any point of time can not be more than 18. 1. NCCS reserves the right not to fill up all or any of the positions, if it so desires. Period of engagement Initially for a period of 2 years, extendable by one more year, on the recommendations of Performance Appraisal Committee. Brief Description of Work and Responsibilities 1. The RAs will be primarily engaged for in-depth study, formulation, operationalization and assessment of various security standards ITSARs preparation, TSTPs preparation/programmes/ projects/ policies evaluation of test reports/DUTs etc. related to emerging ICT areas such as Telecom, Network and Cyber Security, 4G/5G Networks, Virtualisation Function & Operating Systems Expertise, Cloud Security, Source Code Analysis, Cryptography, Internet of Things, Smart Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, new developments in the fields of Mobile Technologies and any associated field deemed fit by NCCS. They will also be associated in preparation of contributions for various international standardization organizations such as International Telecommunication Union ITU Study Groups, APT, IEEE, IEC etc. Further, they will also be engaged in various works emerging from ComSec Scheme, new National Digital Communication Policy NDCP - 2018 1. The RAs would The RA would be attached with one of the Divisions of the NCCS and required to provide high quality work. Depending on the requirements of NCCS and candidate’s personal skills, RAs can be rotated to other divisions within NCCS. Place of posting The place of posting will be NCCS, City Telephone Exchange, Sampangirama Nagar, Bengaluru 560027.

Exclusions
• Only Indian Nationals may apply.
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• Candidate who declines to join after the offer of appointment is issued by NCCS shall be debarred from appointment in 2 subsequent notifications issued by NCCS.
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Benefits
• A consolidated amount of Rs. 75,000/- per month on pro rata basis, all-inclusive (including taxes), will be paid to every RA. There shall be an annual increase of Rs. 7,500/- subject to satisfactory performance.
• RA shall submit execute bond as prescribed in the Advertisement.

Eligibility Criteria
1. &gt; Essential Qualification
2. Bachelor Degree in Electronics/ Communications/Telecommunications/ Information Technology/ Computers/ Electrical Engineering (with majors in electronics/communications/computers) or related discipline with **minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.**
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4. &gt; Desirable Qualification
5. (&amp;#39;Annexure&amp;#39; mentioned below may be seen in the latest RA notification published on NCCS website.)
6. Preference/weightage will be given to following qualifications as per details given in Annexure-II of the RA Notification.
7. Valid Gate Score in Electronics and Communication Engineering/ Computer Science and Information Technology Subjects or related discipline with minimum score as per Annexure II.
8. Post-Graduation/ Master Degree in Electronics/ Communications/Telecommunications/ Information Technology/ Computers or related discipline with minimum 60% marks (with valid Gate Score at the time of admission).
9. PhD Degree in relevant fields.
10. (a) Work experience of one year or more in the relevant field as defined in Annexure VII or (b) Successful Internship certificate of six month or more with NCCS/TEC.
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13. &gt; Age Limit
14. Candidates age should be below **28** years for Graduates/BE/BTech, **30** Years Post Graduates/MTech/MS and **35** years for PhD as on as on date of Notification.
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16. **Note :** A candidate who declines to join after the offer of appointment is issued by NCCS shall be debarred from appointment in 2 subsequent notifications issued by NCCS.
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Application Process
Step 1: The online mode of receiving applications through myscheme portal is still under deliberation stage and will be notified once approved.
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The online mode of receiving applications through myscheme portal is still under deliberation stage and will be notified once approved.

Required Documents
• (Self-attested copies)
• Mark-sheet of Class 10th / Date of Birth proof
• Mark-sheet of Engineering Graduation
• Mark-sheet of Engineering Post-Graduation (if applicable)
• GATE Score card (if available)
• Documentary proof of CGPA to Percentage conversion norm (if applicable)
• Work experience/ Internship Certificate (if available)
• PhD Certificate (if applicable)
• Any other document to support candidate application

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the full name of NCCS? Which department manages this organization?
A: The full name of NCCS is &quot;National Centre for Communication Security&quot;. It is a subordinate office of Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Communications, Government of India.

Q: What are the areas of activity of NCCS?
A: National Centre for Communication Security (NCCS) responsible for the implementation of ComSeC Scheme part of MTCTE.
For implementation of ComSeC scheme NCCS has 3 divisions i.e., Security Assurance Standards (SAS), Security Lab Recognition (SLR) and Security Certification (SC). For more details, visit the NCCS website www.nccs.gov.in. NCCS is entrusted with the task of establishment of Centre of Excellence in Telecom Security Domain. NCCS is also involved in supporting activities for evaluation of hardware and the integrity of the supply chain of Telecom Network Equipment.

Q: Does Research Associate comes under category of job a NCCS?
A: Research Associateship is neither a job nor an assurance of a job with the NCCS. Selected candidate has to enter into a contract with NCCS.
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Q: Is the contract period extendable?
A: Yes, it is extendable by one year, on the recommendations of Performance Appraisal Committee.

Q: What are the other terms and conditions of the scheme?
A: Refer to the latest RA notification published on the NCCS website for more details regarding general conditions of the contract.

Q: What is the methodology for shortlisting of candidates?
A: Refer to the Annexure II of RA notification published on NCCS website.