Cyber Technician
Computer Science
A course by
Whitecliffe College
Core skills this course teaches
Provide operational cyber security support
Able to provide entry-level operations support to protect an organisation’s network, data, and devices in the NZ IT industry.
Utilise cyber security tools and platforms
Apply practical cyber security tools in simulated environments to address network intrusions and vulnerabilities.
Understand day-to-day cyber technician responsibilities
Perform core tasks needed to maintain digital privacy and device protection in a professional context.
What You're Signing Up For
This micro-credential provides practical skills for efficient and reliable cyber security operations in the context of the New Zealand IT industry. It is designed for adults with IT industry experience looking to upskill or move into cyber technician roles, as well as school leavers with some prior IT background. Learners will use both synchronous webinars and asynchronous modules along with iLab exercises to develop core operational cyber security competencies.
Course Content
- Cyber security operations in the NZ IT industry
- Synchronous group webinars (4 sessions)
- Six asynchronous modules (practice activities, discussions, reflection)
- iLab activities—safe testing/practicing in secure environments
- Summative assessment project
- Protecting organisational networks, data, and devices
- Use of operating systems (Windows, Linux)
- Basic networking and routine network functions
What you need to know first
Basic IT knowledge, equivalent to level 5 or above, or relevant work experience
Ability to perform basic IT tasks: install software, use Windows/Linux, create and support networks
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Information Technology
Cyber Security
Future employment opportunities might be
Cyber Technician
Entry-level IT Security Support
Network Support Technician