The Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security) is tailored for students aiming to advance their careers to new heights in cybersecurity. This comprehensive program equips you with high-level skills to lead and implement cutting-edge security strategies for businesses and organisations.

As you navigate through this advanced diploma, you’ll acquire the expertise to manage and monitor enterprise information and communications technology (ICT) networks independently or as a member of a specialised team. This qualification opens doors to in-demand roles such as Senior Network Administrator, ICT Security Analyst, and more, setting you on a path for success in the dynamic field of cybersecurity.

Our curriculum covers the fundamentals of firewalls, router/switch technology, and the securing and configuring of enterprise-level devices and communication networks. You’ll master the intricacies of planning and implementing troubleshooting procedures, enhancing business security, and optimising organisational knowledge management.

Delivered through a blend of lectures, tutorials, and hands-on practical exercises, this course ensures a robust learning experience. Upon completion, you’ll be equipped to create, design, and monitor complex systems, safeguarding data, optimising knowledge management, and developing disaster recovery and contingency plans.

By studying this advanced diploma, you will not only advance your skills but also position yourself as a cybersecurity expert ready to meet the challenges of the evolving digital landscape.

Career Pathway

E-Security Specialist
ICT Security Specialist
ICT Security Administrator
ICT Security Analyst
Network Security Administrator
Network Security Analyst
Network Security Specialist
Senior Network Administrator
Systems/Network Administrator
Systems

You will study Information and Communications Technology topics and case studies as they apply to different Australian industries.

There will be immersive hands–on practical work, using critical IT problem solving skills, research, consultation and collaborating with diverse teams.

Sample course units:

• ICTICT608 – Interact with clients on a business level
• ICTICT612 – Develop contracts and manage contract performance
• ICTICT614 – Identify and implement business innovation
• ICTICT615 – Implement knowledge management strategies
• BSBCRT611 – Apply critical thinking forcomplex problem solving
• ICTSAD609 – Plan and monitor business analysis activities in an ICT environment
• BSBTWK502 – Manage team effectiveness
• ICTSAS602 – Implement change management processes
• ICTICT618 – Manage IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments

Please download the course infopack for the full list of 16 course units and topics.

Admission Requirements:

• Must be at least 16 years old
• Must hold a current Approved visa for study in Australia (at the time of course commencement)
• Must demonstrate satisfactory completion of studies in applicant’s home country equivalent to an Australian Year 12 qualification* (Department of Home Affairs may require country-specific higher education requirement for approved visa for study in Australia application assessment).
• Are required to provide evidence of any one of the following tests of upper intermediate proficiency in English: (see exemptions below)

*South Sydney College (SSC) is not offering VET student loans or other government-funded financial support.

*This course is also offered by GeSS Education, a third-party provider delivering it at their Southport, Gold Coast Campus, on behalf of South Sydney College.

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