Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Cyber Security

About this programme

The Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Cyber Security is designed for students and professionals who want to develop advanced knowledge in cyber security and information security management. This programme helps learners understand cyber security fundamentals, network and infrastructure security, systems protection, cyber security applications, security management, governance, cryptography, digital investigations, and incident response planning. Students will also learn how senior leaders manage cyber security risks, apply business continuity planning, and understand data protection requirements. This qualification is suitable for learners who wish to progress to higher studies or develop careers in cyber security, information security, risk management, digital forensics, network security, systems security, or security leadership roles.

Units

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

What you will learn

• Understand key cryptographic principles and modes.
• Understand the standards, regulations, and laws related to encryption in business and government organisations.
• Understand the core principles of digital investigations.
• Apply tools that support professional digital investigations at a strategic level.
• Plan for investigation and forensics teams.
• Understand the physical and human resources required to manage a major suspected cyber security incident.
• Apply Business Continuity Management to major incident planning and response.
• Understand the role of senior leaders and strategic leadership in cyber security.
• Evaluate management streams and performance monitoring mechanisms related to information security.
• Understand how data protection legislation affects strategy-setting and strategic leadership.

Entry requirements

• Students should have completed O/L or an equivalent qualification.
• Students with Level 4 qualifications can apply.
• Students with technical or risk management work experience in a computing or security business environment can apply.
• Students working in relevant fields such as IT, cyber security, information security, networking, systems administration, digital forensics, risk management, compliance, or security operations can also apply.
• Students with a Level 5 qualification in another discipline who want to develop a career in cyber security or risk management can apply.
• Students should have ambition and clear career goals in cyber security or risk management.