Fresh graduates to spearhead HCL Technologies' cyber security push

HCL is working closely with universities in India, the US and Europe, and increasingly hiring locally

While demand for cybersecurity services continues to be strong for HCL Technologies, talent remains an area of concern. To cater to the demand, the company is employing and training fresh graduates in security roles, according to Maninder Singh, its corporate vice-president for cybersecurity. 

“My view is that a lot of youngsters are realising that security is a career option. They’re coming in, but it will take a while to fill the talent gap. When you actually float a resume in security and say you want a 10 years experienced professional, it is better to cut out the zero. It is