Network Defender
Computer Science
A course by
Whitecliffe College
Rapidly upskill in network protection and defence, learning to analyse vulnerabilities and implement security and management strategies to protect organisational networks and data.
NZ$288
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Analyse potential attacks or vulnerabilities
Gain ability to assess and identify vulnerabilities within a network and evaluate potential attack vectors.
Apply security tools and defence strategies
Develop hands-on skills using security tools to implement effective countermeasures and defence strategies in organisational contexts.
About This Course
The Network Defender micro-credential enables participants to rapidly upskill and develop capabilities in network protection systems using analytical, application, and management strategies to defend organisational networks, data, and devices from threats. The course addresses the skills shortage in cyber security by providing competencies to analyse attacks, apply security tools, and manage ongoing network defence.
Course Content
- Analytical strategies for network protection
- Application and management of network defence
- Countering threats to organisational networks, data, and devices
- Industry updates on cyber security trends
- Synchronous and asynchronous learning modules
- iLab secure online security tool practice
- Summative assessment project
Entry Requirements
Basic IT knowledge, equivalent to NZQF Level 5 or above, or related work experience.
Able to perform basic IT tasks such as installing software, using Windows or Linux, creating and supporting basic networks.
Build towards these roles
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Build skills in these industries
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