what is required for an engineer to become an SECURITY engineer

[Ravi Kumar <ravivsn () rocsys com>]

[I am reposting the question with modifications]

Hi,
 I was asked to prepare syllabus for security management,incident 
handling,forensics analysis, intrusion detection etc., Th intention is 
train an engineer to become a SECURITY engineer.

  we know there are several certifications which are designed for this 
purpose. I want from you with your security experience tell us what 
should an BASIC course for security really requires.

 If industry wants to recruit an engineer for its security needs what 
type of experience they look for?

Note: Please dont relate my question with any certifications and be generic.

Thanks for any help,
-Ravi