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Cyber Security for Intermediate Roles Skill Set

Cyber Security for Intermediate Roles Skill Set

Skill set
National Code
ICTSS00149
State Code
AE709
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Associated Qualification
Diploma of Information Technology
National Code
ICT50220
State Code
BGJ4
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
Statement of Attainment at 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
160
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 evaluate threat data, develop security architecture and iteratively update incident response plans to protect organisational infrastructure in intermediate roles.
Pathway Information
The units provide credit towards ICT50220 Diploma in Information Technology and other qualifications that allow for selection of these units. The units in this skill set comprise the mandatory units required for a specialisation in cloud security in ICT50220 Diploma in Information Technology. Users are advised to consult the skill set pathways section of the current version of ICT Companion Volume Implementation Guide to confirm the currency of this information and for further guidance.
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 intermediate cyber security roles, including senior cyber security architects, network security specialists, and other related intermediate roles, who are responsible for independently supporting the evaluation of cyber security threats and developing response plans to protect critical infrastructure.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These units of competency from the ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package meet industry requirements for a range of intermediate roles that support cyber security incident threat response in workplace contexts.
General notes
No information