About this course
Demand for cyber security specialists is growing. You can use this qualification to start or advance your cyber security career. It will prepare you for roles protecting online systems, networks and software.
Some of the skills you will learn include:
- cyber security data analysis
- basic network concepts and security protocols
- managing ICT risks
- installing and managing security infrastructure
- process automation
- incident response planning
- copyright, ethics and privacy in an ICT environment.
You will also gain valuable experience by completing a cyber security industry project.
This accredited course is nationally recognised.
To undertake the Certificate IV in Cyber Security under Free TAFE, you must have completed the Certificate III in Information Technology.
This course can be done as a traineeship. You’ll get technical knowledge through coursework and hands-on experience through paid work. On completion you will receive a nationally recognised qualification.
To enrol as a trainee, you’ll need:
- a job in a relevant workplace in the same field as your course, and
- an employer willing to sign a Commonwealth Government ‘Training Contract’ and support your learning at work.
To get started:
- contact an Apprentice Connect Australia Provider for information on finding an employer and for ongoing support
- find a course provider that delivers the course as a traineeship.
To get help:
- contact the TAFE and Training Line
- visit our apprenticeships and traineeships page
- visit Apprenticeships Victoria.
Core units
Unit title Unit code Analyse and present research information BSBINS401 Contribute effectively to WHS communication and consultation processes BSBWHS309 Work collaboratively in the ICT industry ICTICT443 Utilise basic network concepts and protocols required in cyber security VU23213 Test concepts and procedures for cyber security VU23215 Recognise the need for cyber security in an organisation VU23217 Develop and carry out a cyber security industry project VU23220 Apply cyber security legislation, privacy and ethical practices VU23223 Elective units
Unit title Unit code Evaluate characteristics of cloud computing solutions and services ICTCLD301 Configure cloud services ICTCLD401 Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices ICTICT426 Install and manage servers ICTNWK422 Create secure virtual private networks ICTNWK435 Implement secure encryption technologies ICTNWK537 Install and maintain valid authentication processes ICTNWK538 Design and implement a security perimeter for ICT networks ICTNWK544 Manage network security ICTNWK546 Automate processes ICTPRG434 Write script for software applications ICTPRG435 Monitor and administer security of ICT systems ICTSAS440 Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans ICTSAS526 Configure and secure networked end points VU23214 Perform basic cyber security data analysis VU23216 Implement network security infrastructure for an organisation VU23218 Manage the security infrastructure for an organisation VU23219 Evaluate and test an incident response plan for an enterprise VU23221 Expose website security vulnerabilities VU23222 Identify the implications of cloud based security systems VU23224 Investigate Windows security features VU23225 Test concepts and procedures for cyber exploitation VU23226
Course providers
This course is offered by the following providers. Click on the links to the provider websites for the latest information on course details, fees and how to apply.
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Bendigo
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus
- Visit Bendigo TAFE for course details, fees and how to apply
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Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Nelson (Box Hill), Lilydale Lakeside (Lilydale), Whitehorse (Box Hill), City (Melbourne), Elgar (Box Hill)
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus, Part time on-campus
- Visit Box Hill Institute for course details, fees and how to apply
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Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Frankston, Dandenong, Berwick
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus, Part time on-campus
- Visit Chisholm Institute for course details, fees and how to apply
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Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Mount Helen (Ballarat)
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus
- Visit Federation University for course details, fees and how to apply
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Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Online, Chadstone
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus, Part time on-campus
- Visit Holmesglen Institute for course details, fees and how to apply
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Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Cremorne (Richmond)
Delivery modes: Online/off-campus, Full time on-campus, Flexible delivery
- Visit Kangan Institute for course details, fees and how to apply
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Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Collingwood
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus
- Visit Melbourne Polytechnic for course details, fees and how to apply
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Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Hawthorn
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus
- Visit Swinburne University of Technology for course details, fees and how to apply
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Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: East Geelong, Workplace
Delivery modes: Flexible delivery, Full time on-campus
- Visit The Gordon for course details, fees and how to apply
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Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Werribee, Footscray Nicholson (Footscray), St Albans, Online
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus, Part time on-campus, Online/off-campus
- Visit Victoria University for course details, fees and how to apply
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