Achieving Cyber Security Compliance with Confidence: Part 1 – Introduction to Cyber Security Standards and Laws
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13-20 hours (Self-paced).
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What You'll Learn?
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Research and summarise major cyber security standards (ISO/IEC 27001, NIST, PCI DSS, CIS Controls).
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Interpret relevant Australian and international laws, including the Privacy Act 1988 and GDPR.
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Identify types of cyber threats and vulnerabilities affecting organisations.
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Recognise implications for compliance officers and internal auditors.
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Document findings to support compliance readiness.
Additional Learning Benefits
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Courses like this one can contribute to university credit and industry certifications.
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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
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Key Cyber Security Standards
ISO/IEC 27001 NIST CSF PCI DSS CIS Controls
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Australian Cyber Security Laws
Privacy Act 1988 Telecommunications Act 1997 SOCI Act 2018 Criminal Code Act 1995
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International Cyber Security Laws
GDPR HIPAA
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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:
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By the end of this course, you'll be able to:
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Evaluate and summarise relevant cyber security standards.
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Interpret Australian and international laws for compliance purposes.
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Identify threats and vulnerabilities affecting organisational compliance.
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Provide insights to strengthen cyber resilience and governance.
Learning Pathway
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Essential / Premium Plan: Build your knowledge and skills with flexible, self-paced learning. Access up to 100 microlearnings across high-demand fields like business, IT, project management, and cyber security.
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Microlearnings: Finish all microlearnings in this pathway to build practical skills and prepare for the accredited unit.
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Accredited Units (available via Professional Plan or pay-per-certification). Complete formal assessments to earn a Statement of Attainment for nationally recognized units of competency.
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Full Qualifications: Stack your accredited units to progress toward a full nationally recognised qualification.
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.
Certificates Included
Australian Accredited Certification (AQF Certificate)
(Available through formal qualification pathway - Professional Track)
Statement of Attainment for accredited unit
(Unlock when you add Accredited Certification or Professional Track)
SkillX Professional Certificate
(Essential & Premium)
Total of $299.04 / year $708.0 58.0%
Save 408.96 / year
Monthly billing also available: $59 / month
The price shown includes this course, plus full access to all other eligible courses in your selected subscription diary
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Total of $499.08 / year $1440.0 65.0%
Save 940.92 / year
Monthly billing also available: $120 / month
The price shown includes this course, plus full access to all other eligible courses in your selected subscription diary
Do you have a SkillX code? Apply below or during checkout.
Note: Industry-certified or partner courses are available separately and are not included in the standard subscription.