Security Analyst to Security Architect
R4 480.00
Being protected from security threats is a crucial part of any organisation. While Security Analysts focus on monitoring, analysing, and responding to security incidents, Security Architects design and implement security frameworks and strategies. Security Architects have a broader role in shaping the overall security posture of an organisation.
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Course fee
Cost: R4 480.00
Deposit: R1 120.00
Monthly instalment: R840.00 x 4
Duration: You will have Skillsoft access to this course for 12 months. The average time required to work through the syllabus is:
- 44 courses (36h 15m)
- Optional additional resources are available to enhance your learning in your own time.
About the course
Course code: C01186
Course overview:
- Track 1: Security Analyst
- Track 2: Forensics Analyst
- Track 3: Vulnerability Analyst
- Track 4: Security Architect
What are Aspire Journeys?
Aspire Journeys are guided learning paths designed and published by Skillsoft. These courses provide:
- A clear starting point across the roles and responsibilities of tomorrow.
- Exercises for on-the-job applications to put what you’ve learned into practice.
- Verifiable, shareable, and portable digital badges so you can celebrate accomplishments along the way.
- A diverse array of learning tools from the books to audiobooks to video courses, and more.
The learning path for each journey comprises tracks of content in a recommended order. Completing all content within a track completes the track. Completing all tracks within the journey completes the journey.
Modules and topics covered:
Track 1: Security Analyst
- Session & Risk Management
- Auditing & Incident Response
- An Executive’s Guide to Security: Understanding Security Threats
- An Executive’s Guide to Security: Protecting Your Information
- Information Security: APT Defenses
- Information Security: NACs & Gateways
- Information Security: Subnetting & DNS for Security Architects
- Information Security: Securing Networking Protocols
- Information Security: Hardened Security Topologies
- Information Security: Continual Infrastructure Testing
- Information Security: Security Governance
- Information Security: Honeypots
- Information Security: Pen Testing
- Final Exam: Security Analyst
Track 2: Forensics Analyst
- End-User Security: The End-User Perspective
- End-User Security: The Security Administrator Perspective
- End-User Security: Securing End Users against Attackers
- Anomaly Detection: Aspects of Anomaly Detection
- Anomaly Detection: Network Anomaly Detection
- Digital Forensic Techniques & Investigative Approaches
- Ethics & Privacy: Digital Forensics
- Risk Analysis: Security Risk Management
- Security Software Assessments
- Cyber Security Audits
- Cryptography: Introduction to Cryptography Services
- Cryptography: Introduction to PKI
- Final Exam: Forensics Analyst
Track 3: Vulnerability Analyst
- Security Vulnerabilities: Managing Threats & Vulnerabilities
- Intrusion Detection: Best Practices
- Intrusion Prevention: Best Practices
- Authentication & Encryption: Best Practices
- Security Topologies: Developing Secure Networks
- Security Architect: Secure Coding Concepts
- Incident Tracking & Response
- Defensible Security
- Final Exam: Vulnerability Analyst
Track 4: Security Architect
- Security Rules: Rules of Engagement
- Security Architect: Ethical Hacking Best Practices
- Intelligent Orchestration: Automating Security Incident Processing
- Security Program Regulatory Integration
- Data Security Breach Notification Process
- Security Incident Triage
- Unified Security: Playbook Approach to Security
- Final Exam: Security Architect
Admission requirements
Academic grade: No minimum school pass requirements or formal prerequisites, but it is recommended that candidates have some experience in the lab or field.
Language: Proficiency in English (course material and support only available in English).
Expertise level: Intermediate
Equipment: Access to a PC or laptop with a reliable internet connection.
Effort: Self-paced learning online.
Accreditation status
Course type: Short course
Industry partner: Skillsoft
Certification: Certificate confirming course completion.
Certification issued by: College SA
Assessment details
Each track concludes with a final internal exam that will test your knowledge and application of the topics presented throughout that specific track. There are no external certification exams for this course.
What to expect
Dedicated support team
We understand that students may require guidance and support to navigate the learning journey, and our Client Services team is always ready to assist them in every possible way. Our team is readily available during office hours and can be contacted via email, phone, WhatsApp and social media.
Skillsoft Learner Management System (LMS) access
Skillsoft is an online learning management system that offers all students enrolled for any of our IT Academy courses compelling content, interactive videos, quizzes, and mentoring. The platform allows students to learn at their own pace.
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