Level 4 Diploma in Cyber Security

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The qualification has been created to develop those learners who are looking to choose, or already have chosen, a career in a business-related sector. It is envisaged that this programme will encourage both academic and professional development so that your learners move forward to realise not just their own potential but also that of organisations across a broad range of sectors. The rationale of the programme is to provide a career path for learners who wish to develop their core capabilities within the cyber security and risk management sector. The outcome of the Diploma, which is a recognised UK qualification, is for learners to develop the cyber security skills required by organisations globally. In doing so, the qualification looks to develop the cyber security team leaders, managers and leaders of the future through the creation and delivery of learning appropriate for that industry.

Mandatory

• Cyber Security Threat and Risk
• Network Security and Data Communications
• Database Security and Computer Programming
• Incident Response, Investigations and Forensics
• Security Strategy: Laws, Policies and Implementation

Optional (1)

• Cyber Security Threats and Risk: Banking and Finance
• Cyber Wars

1. The ability to read and utilise relevant technical and security literature (including threat intelligence feeds) with a full understanding; the ability to think independently and solve potential overarching cyber security issues within a business or organisation
2. Applying subject knowledge and understanding to address familiar and unfamiliar problems in the cyber security and digital risk management domains
3. Recognising the moral and ethical issues of business practice and research; appreciating the need for ethical standards and professional codes of conduct, including in relation to conducting investigations, audits and incident responses
4. An appreciation of the interdisciplinary nature of cyber security within business and service provision and wider operating environments and supply chains
5. Capacity to give a clear and accurate account of a subject, in a mature way; engage in credible debate and dialogue both with specialists and non-specialists in relation to cyber security related issues and challenges
6. Transferable skills and knowledge – including Project Management and Incident Response – which will enable individuals to meet changing environments and risks
7. Motivate individuals to progress to further professional development through future study or as part of their chosen career
8. Instill and embed a sense of understanding and respect of the global nature of the cyber threat environment; as well as the criticality of respecting, anticipating and learning from diverse, international business practices and the global operating context.

• Qualifications at Level 3 and/or;
• Some technical and risk management experience in a computing or security business environment and demonstrate ambition with clear career goals;
• A Level 4 qualification in another discipline and who want to develop their careers in cyber security.

The qualification has been created to develop and reward those learners who are looking to or already have chosen a career in a business-related sector. We hope that centres and learners take the opportunity to learn a great deal from this programme that will provide relevant new skills and qualities. It is envisaged that this programme will encourage both academic and professional development so that your learners move forward to realise not just their own potential but also that of organisations across a broad range of sectors. The Diploma is accredited at Level 5 with a total equivalence of 120 credits. It is envisaged that learners completing this Level 5 programme will progress to a university Level 6 Top-Up programme in the risk management field.

Mandatory

• Cryptography
• Digital Investigations and Forensics
• Communications and Incident Management
• Strategic Leadership

1. Understand key cryptographic principles and modes
2. Understand the standards, regulations and laws that apply to business and government organisations in relation to encryption
3. Understand the core principles of digital investigations
4. Apply the types of tool that support professional digital investigations at a strategic level
5. Plan for an investigations and forensics teams
6. Understand the physical and human resources required to manage a major suspected cyber security incident
7. Apply Business Continuity Management to major incident planning and response
8. Understand the role senior leaders and strategic leadership
9. Evaluate the management streams and performance monitoring mechanisms that relate to information security
10. Understand how data protection legislation impacts considerations of strategy-setting and strategic leadership

• Learners who possess qualifications at Level 4 and/or;
• Learners who have some technical and risk management work experience in a computing or
  security business environment and demonstrate ambition with clear career goals;
• Learners who possess a Level 5 qualification in another discipline and want to develop their
  careers in cyber security and/or risk management.

The rationale of the Diploma is to provide a career path for learners who wish to develop their core capabilities within the cyber security and risk management sector. The outcome of the Diploma, which is a recognised UK Qualification, is for learners to develop the cyber security skills required by organisations globally. It is also to provide a pathway via learner credits and potential direct entry into related Level 6 Cyber Security and/or Risk Management Degree programmes.

This Level 5 qualification is potentially unique because it is about ‘cyber security’ as a workplace management discipline. It is therefore a semi-technical qualification that examines technical cyber security measures as well as the management, project management and leadership skills required to organise internal and external business responses to major incidents (or the threat of such).

Due to the huge economic risks to businesses, sectors, as well as global regions, from specific and dynamic forms of threat vectors, this course programme will provide solid business management and leadership education (including disaster management, project management and business continuity management) within the context of the digital tech and cyber security threat environment. The course programme is designed and delivered by a mix of academics from Business Schools and Security Management teaching roles.

This Level 5 course is especially designed for existing or aspiring organisational executives and leaders who are tasked with responsibility for business resilience, information security, safe technological innovation, safe and secure change management, HR planning and physical risk management, professionals.

The course is flexible and online. It is easily able to be blended. The programme utilises many case studies from business and public-sector organisations and embeds isomorphic learning into its technical and management education. The programme is particularly suited for those who are already in work. Or those who are seeking to develop a structured management competency in information security, risk management and organizational resilience.

 Mandatory

• Cyber Security Threat and Risk
• Network Security and Data Communications
• Database Security and Computer Programming
• Incident Response, Investigations and Forensics
• Security Strategy: Laws, Policies and Implementation
• Cyber Security Threats and Risk: Banking and Finance
• Cyber Wars
• Cryptography
• Digital Investigations and Forensics
• Communications and Incident Management
• Strategic Leadership

1. Develop the knowledge, understanding, and skills required for success in cyber-security-related employment.
2. Progress into Level 5 learning within Cyber Security domains.
3. Carry out specialist study relevant to individual vocations and environments in which learners are currently working, or to which learners are aiming to work within business and public service sectors.
4. Develop their ability to contribute positively to good practice in business technology and risk management environments through effective use and combination of the knowledge and skills gained in the qualification.
5. Develop skills and techniques, personal qualities, and attributes essential for successful performance in working life and thereby enabling learners to make an immediate and positive contribution to their employment.
6. To equip individuals with the knowledge, understanding, and skills required for success in information-security-related employment.
7. To enable progression into a university-approved Level 6 Degree award.
8. To provide specialist study relevant to individual vocations and environments in which learners are currently working, or to which learners are aiming to work within business and public service sectors.
9. To develop learners’ ability to contribute positively to good and ethical practice in technology and risk management environments, through effectively utilizing the practical and theoretical knowledge and skills gained.

• Qualifications at Level 3 and/or;
• Some technical and risk management experience in a computing or security business environment and demonstrate ambition with clear career goals;
• A Level 4 qualification in another discipline and who want to develop their careers in cyber security.
• Level 4 units must be completed before level 5 units.

The aim of the QUALIFI Level 7 Diploma in Cyber Security is to offer learners an advanced knowledge of the industry by deepening their awareness of cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies.
The core objective of the Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Cyber Security qualification is to equip learners with the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills required for a career in the cyber security sector.

The QUALIFI Level 7 Diploma in Cyber Security aims to give learners the opportunity to:

1. Gain a recognised qualification from an internationally recognised Awarding Organisation.
2. Develop research and critical thinking abilities to carry out independent cyber security research.
3. Develop competence in security management (risk assessment, compliance, and governance)
4. Gain in-depth knowledge of network security, digital forensics, ethical hacking, and cloud security.
5. Develop an understanding of ethical and legal aspects relating to privacy, compliance, and the legal frameworks that regulate cyber operations.

Mandatory 

• Fundamentals of Cyber Security
• Network, Infrastructure and Systems Security
• Applications of Cyber Security
• Security Management and Governance
• Cryptography

1. Understand key cryptographic principles and modes
2. Understand the standards, regulations and laws that apply to business and government organisations in relation to encryption
3. Understand the core principles of digital investigations
4. Apply the types of tool that support professional digital investigations at a strategic level
5. Plan for an investigations and forensics teams
6. Understand the physical and human resources required to manage a major suspected cyber security incident
7. Apply Business Continuity Management to major incident planning and response
8. Understand the role senior leaders and strategic leadership
9. Evaluate the management streams and performance monitoring mechanisms that relate to information security
10. Understand how data protection legislation impacts considerations of strategy-setting and strategic leadership

• Learners who possess qualifications at Level 4 and/or;
• Learners who have some technical and risk management work experience in a computing or security business environment and demonstrate ambition with clear career goals;
• Learners who possess a Level 5 qualification in another discipline and want to develop their careers in cyber security and/or risk management.