Cyber Security

The Cybersecurity Certification prepares learners to develop foundational cybersecurity knowledge and practical skills required to protect systems, networks, devices, and data from security threats. Learners will gain the knowledge and practical skills needed to identify vulnerabilities, mitigate risks, secure networks and endpoints, respond to security incidents, and support organisational cybersecurity initiatives.

Through this certification, learners will develop analytical thinking, investigative skills, security awareness, and risk management capabilities needed to identify threats, implement security controls, and contribute to the protection of digital assets and business operations.

Course Overview

Cybersecurity professionals play a critical role in protecting organisations against cyber threats, data breaches, and malicious attacks. This programme is designed to provide learners with a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles, network security, endpoint protection, vulnerability assessment, risk management, and incident response.

Learners will gain practical experience in identifying security threats, implementing security controls, analysing logs, securing devices and networks, assessing vulnerabilities, and responding to cybersecurity incidents. They will also develop an understanding of industry frameworks, security best practices, compliance requirements, and emerging cyber threats.

Course Overview

Duration

The programme combines classroom, practical, and workplace learning. Modules can be scheduled flexibly to meet learner and workplace requirements.

Delivery Method

The course can be delivered on-site at the learner’s business, at a training provider facility, or virtually. Accredited providers will supervise practical and workplace-based learning to meet all assessment and credit requirements.

Who Is This Course For?

Aspiring cybersecurity professionals
IT support technicians
Network administrators
Help desk and technical support staff
Students pursuing cybersecurity careers
Individuals interested in information security

Cost

R4 800.00 Per Learner

Exam Objectives

Security Principles
1.1 Explain Common Security Principles
1.2 Explain Cybersecurity Frameworks and Industry-Accepted Best Practices
1.3 Explain Vulnerabilities, Threats, and Common Attacks
1.4 Recognise Social Engineering Attacks
1.5 Explain Access Management Principles and Procedures
1.6 Explain How Encryption Protects the Confidentiality and Integrity of Data

Securing the Network
2.1 Identify Vulnerabilities Associated with Commonly Used Protocols
2.2 Describe the Role of Addressing in Network Security
2.3 Describe the Purpose and Function of Network Security Technologies
2.4 Validate the Security of Wireless Networks
2.5 Examine Network Security Logs to Identify Anomalies

Securing Endpoint Devices
3.1 Apply Security Settings to Harden Operating Systems
3.2 Use Endpoint Tools to Gather Security Assessment Information
3.3 Use Packet Capture Utilities to Identify Anomalies
3.4 Demonstrate Familiarity with Endpoint Security Policies and Standards
3.5 Interpret System Logs to Identify Anomalies
3.6 Perform Malware Removal

Vulnerability Assessment and Risk Management
4.1 Use Threat Intelligence Sources to Identify Potential Network Vulnerabilities
4.2 Explain Risk Management
4.3 Explain the Penetration Testing Process

Incident Handling
5.1 Monitor Security Events to Determine if Escalation Is Required
5.2 Explain the Digital Forensics Process and Attack Frameworks
5.3 Explain the Elements of Cybersecurity Incident Response
5.4 Explain the Importance of Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Planning
5.5 Assist Users in Restoring Data After an Incident