Diploma in Cyber Security Management and Operations

The Diploma in Cyber Security Management and Operations programme provides the opportunity for individuals to forge a career in a specific area of business by seeking a greater knowledge and understanding of cyber and information security, and to support the individual’s development into senior positions.

This qualification is especially designed for organisational executives and leaders who are tasked with responsibility for cyber security, digital risk management, or the oversight thereof.

The qualification is made up of six units. All units are mandatory for learners.

• Threat and Risk: Expecting the Unexpected
• Network Architecture: Communications and Protocols
• Mobile Device and Data Risks
• Investigations and Incident Response
• Solutions: Future-Proofing your Business
• EU GDPR & Data Security

Entry to the qualification will be through centre interview and learners will be expected to hold qualifications at Level 2 and/or work experience in a business environment.

Primary areas of employment include:

• Security Consultant
• IT Security Analyst
• Ethical Hackers
• Computer Forensics
• Penetration Tester
• Security Systems Administrator