Certificate IV in Cyber Security Course Code 22334VIC Online

Overview

Career opportunities, include:

• desktop support technician
• cyber security intrusion tester
• security support officer
• PEN tester
• networking security support officer
• systems tester
• computer forensics technician
• website security support officer

Pathways to further study:

• 22445VIC Advanced Diploma of Cyber Security
• ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security)
• ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Networking)
• BIS17 Bachelor of Information Systems

Studying the Certificate IV in Cyber Security at Holmesglen

Holmesglen’s Certificate IV in Cyber Security has been developed to provide you with practical skills in:
identifying and reporting system vulnerabilities
identifying and reporting website and system threats
evaluating and reporting cyber security incidents
securing PC and mobile devices
Pen testing
networking fundamentals
network security basics
firewall installation, configuration and management
working as part of an incident response team
web security
programming – Python
organisational policies and processes for cyber security.

You will gain knowledge and the technical skills to:
monitor the risk of cyber security attacks
implement appropriate software
use a range of tools and procedures to mitigate cyber security threats
protect an organisation from insider security breaches
develop systems to minimise network vulnerabilities and risks.

Course structure

To be awarded the Certificate IV in Cyber Security, students must complete 16 units
10 core units
6 elective units

Students who do not complete all the requirements for the qualification will be issued with a Statement of Attainment listing the units attained.

This is a self-paced course and it is recommended a full time student would complete 12-15 hours of study per week. During this study time, students would perform the tasks/exercises, self-directed study, research, project work and written assessments as presented in Brightspace, Holmesglen's online learning management system (LMS).

Students are encouraged to engage with their peers and teachers in scheduled video conferencing sessions and discussion forums where they can post their queries and completed tasks in Brightspace. Teachers will provide study progress feedback via the LMS.

Units

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

Pre requisite unit requirements
To study VU21991 Implement network security infrastructure for an organisation, students must complete the pre requisite units:
VU21988 - Utilise basic network concepts and protocols required in cyber security
VU21990 – Recognise the need for cyber security in an organisation

To study VU21992 Develop a cyber security industry project, students must complete the pre requisite units:
ICTPRG407 - Write scripts for software applications
VU21988 - Utilise basic network concepts and protocols required in cyber security
VU21989 – Test concepts and procedures for cyber security
VU21990 – Recognise the need for cyber security in an organisation

Entry requirements

Applicants for the 22334VIC Certificate IV of Cyber Security program must have successfully completed Year 12 or equivalent or of mature age

Holmesglen requires applicants to have the ability to:
turn on a computer
connect to the internet
use a mouse, keyboard, headset with microphone or speakers and webcam
open and close a software application
conduct a search in a web browser
send and receive emails
save a file, and locate a saved file
download and install software application
use webinar software to participate in remote learning

Applicants intending to learn remotely will require access to a PC computer or laptop with the following minimum specifications:
Quad-Core CPU
16GB of RAM
CPU with minimum 2ghz processor or faster
250GB of Storage
Windows 10 OS, or virtual machine installed with Windows 10 OS (available free from https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/downloads/virtual-machines/ or https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/evalcenter/evaluate-windows-10-enterprise)
Monitor 24" (PC only, dual monitor optional but preferred)
Headset with microphone (webcam optional but preferred)
Access to an internet connection (ADSL or cable connection desirable)
Access to NetLab
LinkedIn Learning (free access via Holmesglen’s Brightspace, or log in through LinkedIn.com)

Applications:
Microsoft Word - access through Holmesglen MyHorizon
WebEx (free to download)
Cisco Packet Tracer
7Zip or an equivalent compression utility - free to download
Google Chrome – recommended web browser
Onedrive or google drive/dropbox account for storage (free via Holmesglen OneDrive, or google drive, or dropbox, alternatively, students can purchase an external SSD hard disk with a minimum of 250GB, prices will vary)
Login access to Cisco NetAcad
Login access to Brightspace
Installed VMware workstation Pro (available free through Holmesglen OnTheHub
Installed Kali Linux (free to download)

Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.

Your digital and computer skills will be determined and confirmed during the pre-training interview and through the assessment result.

COVID-19 vaccination requirements
Please refer to our coronavirus update page to view current vaccine requirements.

Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to shorten the length of your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Outcomes

Qualification and recognition

On completion, you will receive the 22334VIC Certificate IV in Cyber Security.

Connections with industry

Graduates of this program will be able to seek employment as cyber security practitioners in a range of commercial enterprises/organisations and government bodies.

The qualification has been validated by leading IT companies and associations as a quality training program that provides graduates with practical skills and knowledge to work in a technical support role in a cyber security operations centre (CSOC).

Holmesglen’s cyber security program is strongly supported by our industry and Academy Partners:
Fortinet Network Security Academy ; Cisco Networking Academy ; Microsoft Academy ; Amazon Web Services Academy (AWS) ; LifeJourney ; Australian Signals Directorate (ASD).

How to apply

Recruitment

Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.

Find out more about your rights and obligations as a student and the services we provide at Holmesglen.

Fees

^**Additional costs may also apply for course consumable and other costs. These may include consumables such as learning resources, personal protective equipment/clothing and other costs such as immunisation costs, National Police Check and Working with Children Check for relevant courses. To view the additional costs that apply for each course, download a full list of estimated additional costs by course (PDF - 102kb).

All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession .