ICT & Business Analysis Microcredentials

Achieving Cyber Security Compliance with Confidence: Part 1 – Introduction to Cyber Security Standards and Laws

This is the first microlearning in the Achieving Cyber Security Compliance with Confidence learning path. As the first part, you will explore key cyber security standards, Australian and international laws, and common threats and vulnerabilities to understand how compliance frameworks safeguard organisations from risk.

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What You'll Learn?

  • Research and summarise major cyber security standards (ISO/IEC 27001, NIST, PCI DSS, CIS Controls).

  • Interpret relevant Australian and international laws, including the Privacy Act 1988 and GDPR.

  • Identify types of cyber threats and vulnerabilities affecting organisations.

  • Recognise implications for compliance officers and internal auditors.

  • Document findings to support compliance readiness.

Additional Learning Benefits

  • Courses like this one can contribute to university credit and industry certifications.

  • Many ICT units align with industry-recognised certifications from global technology partners, such as Microsoft, Google, and other leading providers—offering clear pathways to international recognition.

Topics Covered

  • Key Cyber Security Standards
    ISO/IEC 27001 NIST CSF PCI DSS CIS Controls
  • Australian Cyber Security Laws
    Privacy Act 1988 Telecommunications Act 1997 SOCI Act 2018 Criminal Code Act 1995
  • International Cyber Security Laws
    GDPR HIPAA
  • Cyber Security Threats and Vulnerabilities
    Malware, Phishing, DoS Attacks, Insider Risks, Human Factors, Network Weaknesses

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you'll be able to:

  • By the end of this course, you'll be able to:

  • Evaluate and summarise relevant cyber security standards.

  • Interpret Australian and international laws for compliance purposes.

  • Identify threats and vulnerabilities affecting organisational compliance.

  • Provide insights to strengthen cyber resilience and governance.

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Your Future Pathways

After completing full qualifications or selected accredited units, you can::

  • Gain credit transfer to Australian universities toward a bachelor's degree (selected units only).
  • Sit for industry-recognised certification exams (e.g., CompTIA, Azure, AWS, and others) in selected ICT units only.
  • Enhance your employability skills with industry-ready credentials.

*Credit transfer and certification opportunities are available for selected units only.

This microlearning is part of the Achieving Cyber Security Compliance with Confidence learning path, aligned with the nationally recognised unit ICTCYS606 – Evaluate an Organisation’s Compliance with Cyber Security Standards and Law.

The full learning path includes:

  • Part 1 – Introduction to Cyber Security Standards and Laws
  • Part 2 – Analysing an Organisation’s Compliance Activities
  • Part 3 – Aligning Compliance to Required Standards

Once you complete all three microlearnings, you can upgrade to the Professional plan. This provides access to the accredited unit. Successful completion will lead to a Statement of Attainment for ICTCYS606 – Evaluate an Organisation’s Compliance with Cyber Security Standards and Law, issued by South Sydney College (RTO Code: 45279). This nationally recognised outcome positions you for car

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Certificates Included

Australian Accredited Certification (AQF Certificate)

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Statement of Attainment for accredited unit

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Achieving Cyber Security Compliance with Confidence: Part 1 – Introduction to Cyber Security Standards and Laws
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No charge - AUD $0.00

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Unlimited access to all SSC-developed courses in our micro-credential library.

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AUD $48 per month, billed annually

$59 billed monthly

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Unlimited access to all SSC-developed courses in our micro-credential library.

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AUD $96 per month, billed annually

$120 billed monthly

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