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118986 Occupational Certificate: Cybersecurity Analyst

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PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

Purpose:
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Cybersecurity Analyst.

Cybersecurity Analysts apply the practice of protecting assets such as networks, computer systems and information assets from malicious attacks and threats. They assess and mitigate risks and potential intrusions and identify risks and vulnerabilities. They study existing techniques for managing security issues and maintaining the security of information and systems in the working environment, ensuring legal compliance.

On completion of this qualification, the learner will be able to demonstrate an understanding of and how to investigate cybersecurity issues and challenges as they affect the legal compliance, communities, society, the ICT sector, and the economy. The learner will understand how cybercrime can affect businesses causing disruption, how to respond effectively to incidences such as vulnerabilities testing and threats and how to analyse their consequences. The learner also evaluates efficient design of efficient security solutions and ensures compliance.

A qualified learner will be able to:

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of cybersecurity concepts.
Investigate how cybersecurity affects legal compliance and solidarity in companies and communities.
Assess risk to assets and evaluate current cybersecurity protection measures.
Implement detection, protection and prevention systems and respond to breaches or incidences.

The Cyber Security module covers the main skills and knowledge needed for the secure use of ICT in everyday settings, at home and at work.

For individuals and organisations, it is important to understand good practice in maintaining a secure network connection, using the internet safely and securely, and managing data and information. This module covers concepts around secure information and data, physical security, privacy, and identity theft.

As data and information are valuable, having the appropriate knowledge, skills, and awareness to protect them is beneficial in a wide range of job roles. The Cyber Security module helps workers and employers protect these crucial resources.