Cyber Security
- SALE Savings End Midnight Friday 29th September
- SALE Savings End Midnight Friday 29th September
Cyber Security
This Course at a Glance
- Go from cyber security beginner to expert in as little as 9 months
- Potential to earn an average salary of £75,000 per year
- Barclays, and Ford are among the big businesses recruiting IT professionals
- Get career ready for roles in ethical hacking
- No previous experience is necessary
- Online Blended learning
About Your Course
Go from novice to skilled in an in-demand industry professional by completing our Cyber Security course. We are delivering 5 internationally recognised certifications that will propel you towards a career in cyber.
In a world that is dominated by digital means, the importance of protecting data and information has never been higher. Cyber security involves the proactive safeguarding of digital devices to prevent them from becoming targets of cyberattacks. It puts measures in place to ensure the security of confidential and sensitive information across a wide range of systems and networks.
With the right qualifications, you can play a significant role in data protection or helping prevent cybercrime.
Work for High Profile Corporations
With 50% of businesses having a basic cyber skills gap and 49% of cyber firms experiencing a gulf in skill sets, the need for trained professionals has never been more in demand.
Our course package will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to progress into an array of roles in the cyber industry. From security engineer and ethical hacker to cyber threat intelligence analyst, you have an opportunity to work in a field that is in constant demand.
Almost every company in all sectors needs qualified professionals to assist in data protection, and this course can open the door to you and your ambition. In fact, the likes of Vodafone, Barclays, Ford Motor Company, and British Aerospace are among the firms regularly seeking IT professionals.
Huge Earning Potential
As well as providing a crucial service in the world of cyber security, you have the potential to earn a desirable salary. As opposed to other industries, you can move up the ranks quickly in cyber security, and your salary will increase alongside your role progression.
For example, a cyber security engineer can earn up to £55,000 per year, while a chief information security officer could pocket six figures, with many earning around £110,000 per annum.
With these qualifications, you may want to consider the self-employment route, particularly as many can charge between £500 and £2,000 per day depending on experience.
Getting Started
We here at learndirect deliver five CompTIA-accredited professional certifications as part of the course package provided by our partners, who are Microsoft Gold Partners and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) course certified under the NCSC National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) Assured Training. The certifications include:
- Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
- Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900)
- CompTIA Network+ (N10-008)
- CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) v12 - (312-50)
With these qualifications being in high demand by employers, you can get trained up at your own pace through blended learning methods. Upon successful completion of all five, you will receive official industry-recognised certifications.
All learners will receive the following regardless of the delivery method they choose:
- Live practical lab facilities
- Mock examinations
- Support via MCT (Microsoft Certified Trainers) & CEI (Certified EC Council instructor)
- Unrestricted access during your studies
- Full training materials built around the syllabus by an MCT (Microsoft certified instructor) & CEI (Certified EC Council instructor)
What’s more, you’ll benefit from a recruitment team that will provide CV and cover letter writing support, as well as help with job applications and networking opportunities through LinkedIn. In as little as 9 months, you can go from inexperienced to being job-ready in a career that is constantly evolving.
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Modules
Certification 1: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
30-50 hours of online study time or 2.5 days of Classroom/Live webinar.
You will explore cloud concepts, Azure services, Azure workloads, pricing, and support, as well as Azure security and privacy.
- Describe cloud concepts (20-25%)
- Describe core Azure services (15-20%)
- Describe core solutions and management tools on Azure (10-15%)
- Describe general security and network security features (10-15%)
- Describe identity, governance, privacy, and compliance features (20-25%)
- Describe Azure cost management and Service Level Agreements (10-15%)
Certification 2: Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900)
30-50 hours of online study time or 2.5 days of Classroom/Live webinar.
You will learn the fundamentals of security, compliance, and identity across Microsoft cloud-based platforms and related services.
- Describe the concepts of security, compliance, and identity (5-10%)
- Describe the capabilities of Microsoft identity and access management solutions (25-30%)
- Describe the capabilities of Microsoft security solutions (30-35%)
- Describe the capabilities of Microsoft compliance solutions (25-30%)
Certification 3: CompTIA Network+ (N10-008)
50 hours of online study time or 5 days of Classroom/Live webinar.
You will delve into the functions and features of network components, learning how to install, manage, and troubleshoot basic network infrastructure, as well as how to grasp configuration.
- Critical security concepts helping networking professionals work with security practitioners
- Key cloud computing best practices and typical service models
- Coverage of newer hardware and virtualisation techniques
- Concepts to give individuals the combination of skills to keep the network resilient
Certification 4: CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601)
50 hours of online study time or 5 days of Classroom/Live webinar.
You will learn the intricacies of operating systems, computer hardware, and networks, as well as the key principles and risk management of network security.
- Identify strategies developed by cyber adversaries to attack networks and hosts and the countermeasures deployed to defend them
- Understand the principles of organisational security and the elements of effective security policies
- Know the technologies and uses of cryptographic standards and products
- Install and configure network and host-based security technologies
- Describe how wireless and remote access security is enforced
- Describe the standards and products used to enforce security on web and communications technologies
- Identify strategies for ensuring business continuity, fault tolerance, and disaster recovery
- Summarise application and coding vulnerabilities and identify development and deployment methods designed to mitigate them
Certification 5: Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) v12 – (312-50)
5 days of classroom training and online studying.
You will develop the skills and knowledge needed to lawfully hack into a system to identify its weaknesses and vulnerabilities. The certification covers tools and techniques for hacking, used by professional hackers and information security professionals.
- Introduction to Ethical Hacking
- Footprinting and Reconnaissance
- Scanning Networks
- Enumeration
- Vulnerability Analysis
- System Hacking
- Malware Threats
- Sniffing
- Social Engineering
- Denial-of-Service
- Session Hijacking
- Evading IDS, Firewalls, and Honeypots
- Hacking Web Servers
- Hacking Web Applications
- SQL Injection
- Hacking Wireless Networks
- Hacking Mobile Platforms
- IoT Hacking
- Cloud Computing
- Cryptography
Entry Requirements
Online Blended Training
Consisting of 250 hours of online learning, with 10 days of in-person classroom learning (5 days for the Certified Ethical Hacker and pick one of the other courses to do in a classroom over 5 days). You have the option to study the entire package online if you prefer.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements to enrol on our course as it is designed for beginners, so you don’t need any previous IT or cyber security experience, nor do you need any qualifications in this area. All we ask is that you understand how to use a computer at a basic level.
Minimum Age Restriction
To complete the CompTIA Network+ (N10-008) certification, you must be aged 16 or older.
To complete the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) v12 – (312-50) certification, you must be aged 18 or older.
Average Completion Timeframe
You have 24 months to complete the course package, but due to the flexibility of online learning, most spend 1 day a week studying the course, which would give you an average completion timeframe of 9 months.
Assessment Requirements
The assessment consists of 5 exams, one per certification.
Certification Timeframe
Certification will usually be available within 24-72 hours of passing your assessment.
Course Fees
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.
*You will have access to the course for 24 months.
To achieve your certifications, you will need to undertake 5 exams, one per certification.
Qualifications
Upon successful completion of our course package and exams, you will receive the following certifications:
- Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
- Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900)
- CompTIA Network+ (N10-008)
- CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) v12 - (312-50)
Our partner is an official Microsoft Gold Partner and recognised Pearson Vue testing centre that specialises in helping people of all backgrounds and experience levels develop IT skills that can lead to rewarding careers.
The cyber security course package covers the core elements and skill set required to work within the sector. Regardless of your experience, the certifications are designed to take you from beginner to accomplished in just two years. With these recognised qualifications, you can pursue the following job roles:
- Ethical Hacker
- System Security Administrator
- Cyber Security Auditor
- PenTester
- Cyber Defence Analyst
- Security Analyst
- Network Security Engineer
- Security Compliance Analyst
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Junior Penetration Tester
- Network Engineer
As well as there being an array of job opportunities within this sector, there is also scope for high earning potential, with cyber security professionals earning an average of £75,000 per year.
- SALE Savings End Midnight Friday 29th September
- SALE Savings End Midnight Friday 29th September
Cyber Security
This Course at a Glance
- Go from cyber security beginner to expert in as little as 9 months
- Potential to earn an average salary of £75,000 per year
- Barclays, and Ford are among the big businesses recruiting IT professionals
- Get career ready for roles in ethical hacking
- No previous experience is necessary
- Online Blended learning
About Your Course
Go from novice to skilled in an in-demand industry professional by completing our Cyber Security course. We are delivering 5 internationally recognised certifications that will propel you towards a career in cyber.
In a world that is dominated by digital means, the importance of protecting data and information has never been higher. Cyber security involves the proactive safeguarding of digital devices to prevent them from becoming targets of cyberattacks. It puts measures in place to ensure the security of confidential and sensitive information across a wide range of systems and networks.
With the right qualifications, you can play a significant role in data protection or helping prevent cybercrime.
Work for High Profile Corporations
With 50% of businesses having a basic cyber skills gap and 49% of cyber firms experiencing a gulf in skill sets, the need for trained professionals has never been more in demand.
Our course package will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to progress into an array of roles in the cyber industry. From security engineer and ethical hacker to cyber threat intelligence analyst, you have an opportunity to work in a field that is in constant demand.
Almost every company in all sectors needs qualified professionals to assist in data protection, and this course can open the door to you and your ambition. In fact, the likes of Vodafone, Barclays, Ford Motor Company, and British Aerospace are among the firms regularly seeking IT professionals.
Huge Earning Potential
As well as providing a crucial service in the world of cyber security, you have the potential to earn a desirable salary. As opposed to other industries, you can move up the ranks quickly in cyber security, and your salary will increase alongside your role progression.
For example, a cyber security engineer can earn up to £55,000 per year, while a chief information security officer could pocket six figures, with many earning around £110,000 per annum.
With these qualifications, you may want to consider the self-employment route, particularly as many can charge between £500 and £2,000 per day depending on experience.
Getting Started
We here at learndirect deliver five CompTIA-accredited professional certifications as part of the course package provided by our partners, who are Microsoft Gold Partners and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) course certified under the NCSC National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) Assured Training. The certifications include:
- Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
- Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900)
- CompTIA Network+ (N10-008)
- CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) v12 - (312-50)
With these qualifications being in high demand by employers, you can get trained up at your own pace through blended learning methods. Upon successful completion of all five, you will receive official industry-recognised certifications.
All learners will receive the following regardless of the delivery method they choose:
- Live practical lab facilities
- Mock examinations
- Support via MCT (Microsoft Certified Trainers) & CEI (Certified EC Council instructor)
- Unrestricted access during your studies
- Full training materials built around the syllabus by an MCT (Microsoft certified instructor) & CEI (Certified EC Council instructor)
What’s more, you’ll benefit from a recruitment team that will provide CV and cover letter writing support, as well as help with job applications and networking opportunities through LinkedIn. In as little as 9 months, you can go from inexperienced to being job-ready in a career that is constantly evolving.
Modules
Certification 1: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
30-50 hours of online study time or 2.5 days of Classroom/Live webinar.
You will explore cloud concepts, Azure services, Azure workloads, pricing, and support, as well as Azure security and privacy.
- Describe cloud concepts (20-25%)
- Describe core Azure services (15-20%)
- Describe core solutions and management tools on Azure (10-15%)
- Describe general security and network security features (10-15%)
- Describe identity, governance, privacy, and compliance features (20-25%)
- Describe Azure cost management and Service Level Agreements (10-15%)
Certification 2: Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900)
30-50 hours of online study time or 2.5 days of Classroom/Live webinar.
You will learn the fundamentals of security, compliance, and identity across Microsoft cloud-based platforms and related services.
- Describe the concepts of security, compliance, and identity (5-10%)
- Describe the capabilities of Microsoft identity and access management solutions (25-30%)
- Describe the capabilities of Microsoft security solutions (30-35%)
- Describe the capabilities of Microsoft compliance solutions (25-30%)
Certification 3: CompTIA Network+ (N10-008)
50 hours of online study time or 5 days of Classroom/Live webinar.
You will delve into the functions and features of network components, learning how to install, manage, and troubleshoot basic network infrastructure, as well as how to grasp configuration.
- Critical security concepts helping networking professionals work with security practitioners
- Key cloud computing best practices and typical service models
- Coverage of newer hardware and virtualisation techniques
- Concepts to give individuals the combination of skills to keep the network resilient
Certification 4: CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601)
50 hours of online study time or 5 days of Classroom/Live webinar.
You will learn the intricacies of operating systems, computer hardware, and networks, as well as the key principles and risk management of network security.
- Identify strategies developed by cyber adversaries to attack networks and hosts and the countermeasures deployed to defend them
- Understand the principles of organisational security and the elements of effective security policies
- Know the technologies and uses of cryptographic standards and products
- Install and configure network and host-based security technologies
- Describe how wireless and remote access security is enforced
- Describe the standards and products used to enforce security on web and communications technologies
- Identify strategies for ensuring business continuity, fault tolerance, and disaster recovery
- Summarise application and coding vulnerabilities and identify development and deployment methods designed to mitigate them
Certification 5: Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) v12 – (312-50)
5 days of classroom training and online studying.
You will develop the skills and knowledge needed to lawfully hack into a system to identify its weaknesses and vulnerabilities. The certification covers tools and techniques for hacking, used by professional hackers and information security professionals.
- Introduction to Ethical Hacking
- Footprinting and Reconnaissance
- Scanning Networks
- Enumeration
- Vulnerability Analysis
- System Hacking
- Malware Threats
- Sniffing
- Social Engineering
- Denial-of-Service
- Session Hijacking
- Evading IDS, Firewalls, and Honeypots
- Hacking Web Servers
- Hacking Web Applications
- SQL Injection
- Hacking Wireless Networks
- Hacking Mobile Platforms
- IoT Hacking
- Cloud Computing
- Cryptography
Entry Requirements
Online Blended Training
Consisting of 250 hours of online learning, with 10 days of in-person classroom learning (5 days for the Certified Ethical Hacker and pick one of the other courses to do in a classroom over 5 days). You have the option to study the entire package online if you prefer.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements to enrol on our course as it is designed for beginners, so you don’t need any previous IT or cyber security experience, nor do you need any qualifications in this area. All we ask is that you understand how to use a computer at a basic level.
Minimum Age Restriction
To complete the CompTIA Network+ (N10-008) certification, you must be aged 16 or older.
To complete the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) v12 – (312-50) certification, you must be aged 18 or older.
Average Completion Timeframe
You have 24 months to complete the course package, but due to the flexibility of online learning, most spend 1 day a week studying the course, which would give you an average completion timeframe of 9 months.
Assessment Requirements
The assessment consists of 5 exams, one per certification.
Certification Timeframe
Certification will usually be available within 24-72 hours of passing your assessment.
Course Fees
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.
*You will have access to the course for 24 months.
Assessment
To achieve your certifications, you will need to undertake 5 exams, one per certification.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Upon successful completion of our course package and exams, you will receive the following certifications:
- Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
- Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900)
- CompTIA Network+ (N10-008)
- CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) v12 - (312-50)
Our partner is an official Microsoft Gold Partner and recognised Pearson Vue testing centre that specialises in helping people of all backgrounds and experience levels develop IT skills that can lead to rewarding careers.
The cyber security course package covers the core elements and skill set required to work within the sector. Regardless of your experience, the certifications are designed to take you from beginner to accomplished in just two years. With these recognised qualifications, you can pursue the following job roles:
- Ethical Hacker
- System Security Administrator
- Cyber Security Auditor
- PenTester
- Cyber Defence Analyst
- Security Analyst
- Network Security Engineer
- Security Compliance Analyst
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Junior Penetration Tester
- Network Engineer
As well as there being an array of job opportunities within this sector, there is also scope for high earning potential, with cyber security professionals earning an average of £75,000 per year.
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