Occupational Certificate: Cybersecurity Analyst
SAQA QUAL ID: 118986
CREDITS: 173
NQF LEVEL: 5
DURATION: 12 Months
MODE OF DELIVERY: Hybrid
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.
Rationale:
As Information and Communication Technology (ICT) adoption rates increase so does cybercrime and, in direct relation, the serious need for security and integrity of ICT systems is recognised as being of paramount importance. The urgent need and demand for competent personnel have been increasing over time.
Entry Requirements:
The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is:
- NQF Level 4 qualification.
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This qualification is made up of compulsory Knowledge, Practical Skill and Work Experience Modules: Knowledge Modules
Total number of credits for Work Experience Modules: 52 |
