LEVEL 4 CYBER SECURITY TECHNOLOGIST

Programme Overview:
The primary role of a Cyber Security Technologist is
to apply an understanding of cyber threats, hazards,
risks, controls, measures and mitigations to protect
organisations systems and people. Those focused on the
technical side work on areas such as security design &
architecture, security testing, investigations & response.
Those focussed on the risk analysis side focus on areas
such as operations, risk, governance & compliance.
Whether focussed on the technical or risk analysis side,
all people in this occupation work to achieve required
security outcomes in a legal and regulatory context in all
parts of the economy. They develop and apply practical
knowledge of information security to deliver solutions
that fulfil an organisation’s requirements.
Entry Requirements:
Individual employers will set the selection criteria, but this
is likely to include A’ Levels, a relevant
Level 3 apprenticeship, or other relevant qualifications,
relevant experience and/or an aptitude test
with a focus on functional maths.