Thanks for the quick reply
Can you please give me more info on
Exploit development,
Malware analysis and reverse engineering.

Which programming languages i need to know?
Which cert i would require?
Job Opportunities in these areas?

I don't want to work only on any specific set of technology like Microsoft, its very boring and very very easy, no thinking required, everything is provided to you.

which are the other fields in info sec that involves programming?

hi guys
I have asked this question at a couple of other places but i havent got a satisfactory answer

Im a .NET developer with 4 yrs exp based in mumbai, working at a MNC .Im pretty good as a programmer.

I want to switch my career to Information security.

Im thinking of doing a certification, is it going to help me get a job in this field.
Also is my previous experience be of any use.

What certification should i go for? and what profile would i be offered?. How easy would it be to get a job in this field?

Any advice would be helpful.