


Advanced Diploma of Cyber Security
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Become a cyber security expert
The Advanced Diploma of Cyber Security will provide graduates with the knowledge and skills that will equip them to provide a comprehensive set of technical services such as:
• performing a security risk assessment for an organisation
• implementing best practice for identity management
• evaluating an organisation’s compliance with relevant cyber security standards, laws and codes of practice
• evaluating and implementing security protection devices and software
• managing a cyber security environment
• assessing and securing cloud services
• performing digital forensic investigations on workstations and mobile devices.
- Course code
- 22445VIC
- On campus
- Dandenong
- Online
- Not available Online
- International
- Not available for International students
- Length
- Full Time, 1 year. Part Time, 2 years.
- Start dates
- Feb, July
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Read more about this course
Cyber security is the fastest growing area of information technology.
With the rise in new technologies presenting a risk to local and global security, it’s not hard to see how. Chisholm has responded with a course specifically designed in collaboration with industry partners, to defeat hackers.
Graduates of the course will be able to seek employment as cyber security para professionals in a range of commercial enterprises/organisations and government bodies seeking to improve their cyber security or, work independently as freelance cyber security consultants.
Chisholm Institute is the largest provider of tertiary and vocational education in Melbourne's south east. With state-of-the-art facilities, professional training and support, you'll enjoy studying at Chisholm. So why wait? Enquire now. -
Study units
Unit code Unit Description VU22247 Acquire digital forensic data from workstations ICTPRG523 Apply advanced programming skills in another language VU22248 Acquire digital forensic data from mobile devices VU22240 Communicate cyber security incidents within the organisation VU22243 Develop software skills for the cyber security practitioner VU22242 Assess and secure cloud services ICTTEN811 Evaluate and apply network security ICTNWK525 Configure an enterprise virtual computing environment VU22246 Evaluate an organisation's compliance with relevant cyber security standards and law FNSINC602 Interpret and use financial statistics and tools VU22252 Implement cyber security operations VU22244 Implement best practices for identity management VU22257 Configure security devices for an organisation VU22251 Gather, analyse and interpret threat data VU22259 Utilise design methodologies for security architecture FNSORG506 Prepare financial forecasts and projections BSBWOR502 Lead and manage team effectiveness VU22241 Interpret and utilise key security frameworks, policies and procedures for an organisation ICTNWK602 Plan, configure and test advanced server-based security VU22254 Undertake advanced penetration testing for web site vulnerabilities VU22245 Plan and implement a cyber security project -
Career pathways
Nationally recognised training Advanced Diploma of Cyber Security Possible job outcome - cyber security specialist
- penetration tester
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Skills recognition
Your current skills, knowledge and experience can help you get a qualification.
Find out about skills recognition and RPL for certificate to advanced diploma courses.
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Admission requirements
Successful completion of 22334VIC Certificate IV in Cyber Security or a minimum of 12 months experience employed in the IT industry.
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Fees
*The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances. Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment. The ancillary fee is now incorporated into the Student Services fee. Find out about help with fees.
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Help with fees
At Chisholm, you can get a VET Student Loan to help you pay for all or part of the tuition fees for this course. VET student loans will not be approved for students who do not meet eligibility requirements. VET student loan gives rise to a HELP debt that continues to be a debt due to the Commonwealth until it is repaid. Find out more about how a VET Student Loan can help you study now and pay later.
If you are eligible for a student loan, you can access up to $16,077 to help cover the tuition fees for this course.
Scholarships
Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find out how to apply for a scholarship.
Government-subsidised training
Check to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding.