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Advanced Cyber Incident Threat Detection and Prevention Skill Set
Advanced Cyber Incident Threat Detection and Prevention Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
ICTSS00126
ICTSS00126
State Code
AE715
AE715
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
Statement of Attainment at Advanced Diploma Level
Field of Education
0203 - Information Systems
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
03/02/2022
Current Release Date
03/02/2022
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
25/05/2022
Nominal Hours
245
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 03/02/2022 | Current | Approved |
Description
This skill set addresses the skills and knowledge required to respond to complex cyber security risks in organisations in information and communications technology (ICT) environments.
Pathway Information
The units provide credit towards ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology, ICT60220 Advanced Diploma of Information Technology, and other qualifications that allow for selection of these units.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Target Group
This skill set is for individuals who work in cyber security roles, including network and server administrators, cyber security architects, network security specialists, cyber security engineers, and other related roles responsible for maintaining cyber security and responding to cyber incidents.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These units of competency from the ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package meet industry requirements for advanced cyber incident threat detection and prevention in ICT contexts.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBV04 | ICTCYS607 | Acquire digital forensic data | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OBV08 | ICTCYS602 | Implement cyber security operations | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OBV03 | ICTCYS608 | Perform cyber security risk assessments | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OBV11 | ICTCYS406 | Respond to cyber security incidents | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OBV07 | ICTCYS603 | Undertake penetration testing for organisations | 70 | Unit of competency |
