Become a Cyber Security Analyst today!

Step into a vital role where you tackle cyber threats, safeguard data and networks, and outsmart hackers. As a Cybersecurity Analyst, you’ll protect digital assets and ensure safety in the cyber realm, all while navigating the legal landscape.
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Cybersecurity Analyst

Step into a vital role where you tackle cyber threats, safeguard data and networks, and outsmart hackers. As a Cybersecurity Analyst, you’ll protect digital assets and ensure safety in the cyber realm, all while navigating the legal landscape.
Enquire Here

TYPE:  Occupational Qualification

ACCREDITED BY: QCTO / MICT SETA

MODE: Blended.

DURATION: 12 Months 

CREDITS: 173

SAQA Qualification ID: 118986

NQF LEVEL: NQF Level 5

PRICE: TB

Why should I do this course? 

A qualified learner will be able to defend networks, computer systems, and information from malicious attacks. Your responsibilities include assessing risks, mitigating potential intrusions, and identifying vulnerabilities. You’ll study existing techniques for managing security challenges and maintaining the integrity of information systems, all while ensuring compliance with legal regulations.

There is a global shortage of cybersecurity experts, and this number is diminishing every year!

The recently published 2019 (ISC) 2 Cybersecurity Workforce Study pointed to a severe shortage of cybersecurity professionals. The study estimated, for the first time, that there are 2.8 million skilled professionals worldwide currently working in the field and that an additional 4.07 million more are needed to defend organizations.

Acquiring this qualification will assist in fulfilling the obvious and serious need for cyber security experts, will have a direct, positive impact on the ICT sector and will consequently benefit the economy as well.

 

International comparability

The London School of International Business offers a Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security

Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) certifications in the USA.

This South African qualification compares favourably with the competencies covered in the international qualifications and programmes with the added benefit of workplace experience. 

A qualified learner will be able to:

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

Workplace Experience

The student will have to be placed at a relevant worksite for the period of time indicated below in
order to fulfil the requirements. Workplace experience will allow the learner or individual to practise
and gain important experience and empower them to be ‘work ready’. Students should be aware
that they are themselves responsible for these workplace placement arrangements.

 
Join the fight for a safer digital world!

The program consists of three main components;

Knowledge modules (53 Credits)

  • KM-01 Introduction to Cybersecurity
  • KM-02 Fundamentals of Network Security and Defence
  • KM-03 Cybersecurity and Cyber Threats and Attacks
  • KM-04 Introduction to Cybersecurity Governance, Legislation and Ethics
  • KM-05 Fundamentals of Design Thinking and Innovation
  • KM-06 Logical Thinking and Basic Calculations
  • KM-07 Computers, Devices and Computing Systems
  • KM-08 Data and Database Vulnerabilities
  • KM-09 Introduction to 4IR and Future Skills

Practical modules (68 Credits)

  • PM-01 Ensure Compliance in terms of Legal Cybersecurity Requirements and National and International Standards
  • PM-02 Assess Risks and Vulnerabilities and Current Security Measures
  • PM-03 Implement Protection, Prevention and Detection Measures to Mitigate Risk, Violations and Vulnerabilities
  • PM-04 Apply Logical Thinking and Maths
  • PM-05 Apply Basic Scriptwriting for Cybersecurity Toolsets
  • PM-06 Access and Visualise Structured Data Using Spreadsheets
  • PM-07 Apply Design Thinking Methodologies
  • PM-08 Function Ethically and Effectively as a Member of a Multidisciplinary Team

Workplace experience modules (52 Credits)

  • WM-01 Compliance with Legal Cybersecurity Requirements
  • WM-02 Cybersecurity Risk Assessment and Mitigation
  • WM-03 Cybersecurity Detection, Protection and Prevention Processes

COURSE OUTLINE:

Once registered, you will be uploaded to our online learning programme so that all your learning guides and aids can be accessed remotely.

Learning will be supported by online and class-based workshops as well as podcasts on the critical elements in the course.

ASSESSMENTS:

Vital College will conduct internal assessments by means of formative assessments, summative assessments and signed-off work experience log sheets. 

For this qualification the following assessments will be required over the period of the course:

  1. Knowledge modules: Online open book assessments 
  2. Knowledge modules: Class-based closed book final (summative) assessments
  3. Practical modules: Class-based learning
  4. Practical modules: Submission of tasks to a portfolio of evidence.
  5. Work Experience modules: Exposure to a relevant workplace and completion of a logbook

Upon successful completion of all knowledge, practical and workplace modules, Vital College will provide a Statement of Result (SOR) to the learner and QCTO, as part of the learner’s application to complete the External Summative Assessment (EISA) conducted by the QCTO. The exam is set in such a way that learners are required to integrate knowledge, practical skills and work experience with emphasis is on the application of what they have learned. The final exam, which is based on the exit level outcomes (ELO) is presented by the QCTO and not by us your training provider.

The learner will receive an Occupational Certificate: Cyber Security Analyst from the QCTO upon completion of the EISA. 

NQF Level 4

Workplace Experience

The student will have to be placed at a relevant worksite for the period of time indicated below in order to fulfil the requirements. Workplace experience will allow the learner or individual to practise and gain important experience and empower them to be ‘work ready’. Students should be aware that they are themselves responsible for these workplace placement arrangements.

Final Examination

Once all the internal assessments above have been successfully completed, we will issue you, the student with a statement of results. This is a requirement to sit for the Final Integrated Examination ( FISA). The FISA is a closed book examination at an approved examination venue and is organised externally by the QCTO/SETA

Important: Please note that there are terms and conditions for this application, and all approvals will be made at the discretion of Vital College.

This qualification has both horizontal and vertical systemic articulation possibilities.

Horizontally:

Higher Certificate in Computer Forensics, NQF Level 05.

Vertically:

Advanced Certificate in Information Security, NQF Level 06

Course Date

To be confirmed 

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  3. Learners are required to attend a compulsory in-person induction session and the Final Integrated Summative Assessment (FISA) at one of our branches located in Durban, Cape Town, or Johannesburg.
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  4. Attend online workshops.
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  1. The Online Application System must be used by all prospective students applying for admission to any studies.
  2. Each applicant must submit only one application per study instance.
  3. Your application will not be processed if you have not submitted all the information and documentation required below.
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  5. A student adviser will thereafter make contact with you in order to guide you further in your application process.
  6. Please be advised that the College reserves the right to admit or not to admit any applicant to any studies. Reasons for non-admission will be provided.

 

STUDENT REQUIREMENTS:
  1. Communication at NQF Level 4 (matric).
  2. Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 4
  3. Reliable devices for online learning and Webinars.
  4. Ability to attend in-person contact training at our branch in Durban.
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  1. A PC, Laptop, Tablet or Smartphone.
  2. Access to a reliable internet connection.
  3. An active email account.
  4. Attend online workshops.
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