Cyber Security Risk Assessments for Stronger Defences: Part 1 – Preparing for a Cyber Security Risk Assessment
This is the first microlearning in the Cyber Security Risk Assessments for Stronger Defences learning path. As the first part, you will explore organisational risk culture, legislative requirements, and international frameworks (ISO 27001 and ISO 31000). You’ll also analyse risk registers and develop assessment plans with stakeholder engagement strategies.
13-20 hours (Self-paced)
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What You'll Learn?
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Analyse organisational risk culture and risk appetite in cyber environments.
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Research legislative and compliance requirements, including SOCI Act and Privacy Act.
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Evaluate organisational risk registers for accuracy and alignment.
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Develop a comprehensive cyber security risk assessment plan.
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Engage stakeholders and communicate effectively during planning.
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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Cyber Security Risk Methodologies
ISO 27001 ISO 31000
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Risk Culture and Risk Appetite
Organisational Awareness Measurement Improvement
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Legislative and Organisational Risk Compliance
Privacy Act SOCI Act
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Risk Registers
Documentation Compliance Standards Updates
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Assessment Planning
Methodologies Scope Communication Stakeholder Engagement
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 organisational cyber risk culture and appetite.
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Identify and apply compliance frameworks to planning activities.
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Assess and validate risk registers against current standards.
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Develop and document a risk assessment plan.
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Communicate plans with stakeholders to gain engagement and feedback.
Learning Pathway
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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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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)
Unlimited access to all SSC-developed courses in our micro-credential library.
Get this course, plus full access to all SSC skills and certification courses, with our Essential Plan. Learn more
AUD $48 per month, billed annually
$59 billed monthly
Do you have a SkillX code? Apply below or during checkout.
Unlimited access to all SSC-developed courses in our micro-credential library.
Get this course, plus full access to all SSC skills and certification courses, with our Premium Plan. Learn more
AUD $96 per month, billed annually
$120 billed monthly
Do you have a SkillX code? Apply below or during checkout.
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- Start learning instantly