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The course will cover an extensive range of theoretical and technical skills across subjects including cybersecurity principles; ethical hacking and penetration testing; human-centric cybersecurity in a smart society; enterprise cybersecurity governance and applications. On completion, you&#39;ll be able to analyse and recommend innovative cybersecurity solutions, utilising your design thinking and problem-solving skills to protect the digital fortress. Tailor your study to your lifestyle thanks to our innovative digital learning system, accessible from anywhere with 24/7 personalised support. With all your course materials online, and the option to study full or part time, on-campus, online or a blend of both it&#39;s all about flexibility. Course duration: 2 years full time, 4 years part time

Learn about current and emerging cybersecurity threats. You’ll investigate solutions, using IT and problem-solving skills to create a digital fortress. Cover programming, networking, cloud computing and more.

Associate Degree of Cybersecurity

The Associate Degree in Applied Technologies (Cyber Security) is a pathway to a career in emerging and growing fields. The program has been designed through an extensive industry consultation process to ensure that graduates have the skills and knowledge required to drive innovation into the future. The program has a focus on project-based work, resulting in graduates being job-ready and highly employable. You will have access to the latest technologies and have opportunities to apply your new skills in innovative ways. As part of this program, you’ll also learn core skills needed in any workplace, such as critical thinking, project management, design thinking, communication, teamwork and digital literacy. You’ll enjoy real-world learning experiences designed to demonstrate what both the job and the workplace will be like.The Associate Degree in Applied Technologies (Cyber Security) is a two-year (full-time) course which provides highly relevant work-ready skills and a pathway to a career in the exciting and rapidly evolving technologies, practical skills to take straight into the workplace, opportunities to advance in your chosen field and in-depth knowledge of industry requirements.

An IT course that meets growing industry demand for graduates with practical skills. You’ll cover IT fundamentals including programming and networks. Learn how to manage real-world cyber security problems and work as a cyber security technologist.

Associate Degree in Applied Technologies (Cyber Security)

Introduction to Cybersecurity

Australia and Cyber Intelligence

Cyber Crime and Cyber Policing

Applied Cyber Security

Data Analytics for Cyber Security

Information Security

Defensive Cyber Security and Procedures

Risk and Security Management

Offensive Cyber Security and Penetration Testing

Wireless Network and Security

In the modern Internet era, industries and organisations need to be prepared to defend against cyber threats and attacks. Stakeholders should be familiar with basic principles and best practices of cybersecurity to protect their businesses and personal information. In this subject, these principles and strategies for future cyber security are explored. Key topics include: information security; ethical and legal practices; mitigating cyber vulnerabilities; and the process of incident response and analysis. The subject introduces the broad discipline of cybersecurity and outlines how to ensure the privacy, reliability, confidentiality and integrity of information systems and mitigate against cyber threats and risks.

Explore the basic principles of cybersecurity. Get familiar with industry terminology, software, and best practices. You’ll learn about the importance of protecting data. Study real-world cyber threats and delve into current solutions.

In this subject, you will work on an applied technologies project that will enable you to demonstrate problem-solving and design optimisation skills. Your discipline related project will include developing design options, carrying out a cost-benefit analysis and recommending a solution that is optimised within safety sustainability requirements. You will scope and define your own project. This subject introduces you to the following: - discipline-based skills and knowledge in dynamic practice situations. This will include authentic and purposeful, industry-related experiences - concepts of managing effective relationships and communicating with others - the development and use of adaptive leadership skills and how these skills relate to innovative and entrepreneurial practice - the nature of responsible, accountable, and reflective workplace skills, and creative and critical thinking relevant to para-professional practice. You will exercise self-awareness, initiative, and judgement to manage yourself and professional relationships effectively.

Applied Technology Project

Due to the ubiquitous nature of mobile and wireless technology in our daily lives and business operation, ensuring wireless security is becoming a top priority. This subject explores the security vulnerabilities in wireless networks and cover the fundamental concepts of confidentiality, integrity and availability. The following key concepts will be covered: Wireless LAN Security - Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA), Authentication Servers (RADIUS), 802.11i security standard; Securing Ad-Hoc Networks - MAC layer misbehaviour, secure routing protocols, types of attacks and solutions, key management, broadcast authentication.

This subject will cover basic aspects of information and data security including integrity models, message authentication, authentication tools, access controls and cryptography. Topics will focus on data assurance and prevention methods including data integrity methods. This subject also covers basic cyber-attack defences such as firewalls.

Data Security and Information Assurance

This subject delves into the scientific study of human behaviour in relation to cyber security, with a particular focus on psychological, sociological, anthropological, financial and economic considerations. Key theories covered include motivation, cognition, emotion, and personality traits that influence victim vulnerability and hacker success. Additionally, the subject examines cybercrime business models, criminological theories, and the impact of organisational culture, leadership, and communication on cyber security practices. Students will analyse the economic and financial implications of investing in human factors in cyber security and propose cost-effective risk management strategies. Through the development of a comprehensive cyber security culture, education, and engagement strategy, students will apply professional skills in evaluative judgment, team building, negotiation, and high-level communication skills.

Human Factors in Cybersecurity

In this subject, you will learn about the procedural nature of cyber security and the tools defined by the Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP). You will analyse the effectiveness of threat and vulnerability mitigation through use of contemporary cyber security frameworks. You will be exposed to mitigation strategies, operational controls and countermeasures needed to address various threats and vulnerabilities. Upon completion of this subject you will be able to apply your cyber security knowledge with the relevant tools and techniques to support and make improvements to business operations.In conjunction with the discipline theory, this subject builds on concepts of learning through practice in Year 1 of study by introducing you to more complex learning experiences. You will be introduced to:• discipline-based skills and knowledge in dynamic practice situations. This will include authentic and purposeful, industry-related experiences• concepts of managing effective relationships and communicating with others• the development and use of adaptive leadership skills and how these skills relate to innovative and entrepreneurial practice• the nature of responsible, accountable, and reflective workplace skills, and creative and critical thinking relevant to para-professional practice.You will exercise self-awareness, initiative, and judgement to manage yourself and professional relationships effectively. The application of tacit knowledge and capabilities will be reflected in a Practice Manual.

Every organisation and business that intends to protect itself from threats of cyber-attacks needs to know current practices in cyber defence. This subject will introduce common technologies used to identify and mitigate threats including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, intrusion protection systems and honeypots. This subject also introduces incident response processes and simple ways to incorporate secure programming practices to make computer programs less vulnerable to attacks.

Cybersecurity In Practice

This subject introduces the foundations of risk analysis, risk management, and contingency planning at an organisational level. The subject explores the foundations of risk across many industries and disciplines, examining the risk analysis process, contingency planning, business continuity and disaster recovery. By exploring the implications of current incidents in areas such as security, manufacturing, transportation, construction, and primary and secondary industries, students will gain insight into strategic and tactical decision making to avoid harm. You will be introduced to:- discipline-based skills and knowledge in dynamic practice situations. This will include authentic and purposeful, industry-related experiences - concepts of managing effective relationships and communicating with others - the development and use of adaptive leadership skills and how these skills relate to innovative and entrepreneurial practice- the nature of responsible, accountable and reflective workplace skills, and creative and critical thinking relevant to para-professional practice.You will exercise self-awareness, initiative and judgement to manage yourself and professional relationships effectively. The application of tacit knowledge and capabilities will be reflected in a Practice Manual.

This subject introduces you to the practical approaches taken in penetration testing – simulating aggressors in a cyber security penetration testing environment. The subject will be practical task focused and allow you to explore the penetration testing process from inception to completion with a focus on three key areas: legal and ethical considerations; conducting simulated penetration testing; and reporting findings.This subject builds on concepts of learning through practice in Year 1 of study by introducing you to more complex learning experiences. You will be introduced to discipline-based skills and knowledge in dynamic practice situations. This will include authentic and purposeful, industry-related experiences:<ul><li>concepts of managing effective relationships and communicating with others</li><li>the development and use of adaptive leadership skills and how these skills relate to innovative and entrepreneurial practice</li><li>the nature of responsible, accountable and reflective workplace skills, and</li><li>creative and critical thinking relevant to para-professional practice.</li></ul>You will exercise self-awareness, initiative and judgement to manage yourself and professional relationships effectively.

This subject introduces you to the concept of information security and the legal and ethical considerations that organisations and individuals must address to implement sound information security. The subject focusses on industry best practice within the context of securing, storing, and sharing information and will explore the complex nature of information security, contextualising it within the threats that exist within our local and global environments.This subject offers students the foundational knowledge required to function as an information security practitioner across a range of industries and levels, including government and the public sector. This subject also introduces learning through practice by exposing you to authentic learning experiences. These experiences are placed at the centre of learning and assessment, so you have the opportunity to develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours necessary to respond to industry, community and/or global needs.  You will be introduced to:  1. A range of methods, tools, techniques, and approaches to practice  2. Principles and perspectives such as values, ethics, empathy, and leadership in real world scenarios 3. Reflection and deliberative thinking as a means of developing knowledge, skills, attitudes, and aspirations  4. Ways of understanding problems and developing solutions through active inquiry.

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