Cyber Security SCQF Level 8

This programme is delivered by QA with the apprenticeship certificate awarded by SQA.

Our Cyber Security Technical Apprenticeship combines high-quality virtual classroom training with on-the-job experience to develop real world skills in information security. Our programme teaches learners how to identify and mitigate against malware types, potential cyber-crime attacks, and explore ways of securing networks and services using cryptography.

This programme develops a blend of technical skills across digital security, information assurance and risk management to make apprentices security aware and productive in a commercial setting.

You will be equipped to work in roles such as:

• Security Engineer
• Security Operations Analyst
• Information Security Analyst
• IT Operations

Core Units

• Supporting digital business transformation
• Applying methods and principles in project management
• Developing meta skills and personal professionalism

Typical Pathways

Mandatory Units:

• Contributing to cyber security risk assessment and risk management
• Contributing to intrusion detection activities
• Providing incident management and response
• Supporting security audit and compliance checking

Optional Units:

• Delivering threat intelligence
• Contributing to scoping and implementing security testing
• Maintaining security operations
• Performing digital forensic analysis

Virtual Classroom Training

• CompTIA Network + (part 2)
• CompTIA Security + (part 2)

You'll have a whole team behind you to help you get the most out of your apprenticeship, including:

• Your line manager
• A skills coach
• A safeguarding specialist
• A learning support specialist

There are no set entry requirements for learners. The only thing to bear in mind is that your job role must fit your chosen apprenticeship qualification, allowing you to complete the relevant modules. QA will undertake a role-matching exercise to help you.

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Its purpose is to create the best possible experience for learners, helping them to deliver meaningful impact to your business, faster. This translates into greater career success, and helps to futureproof organisations for digital transformation.

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