Cyber Security & Data Science Microcredentials

Enhanced Threat Intelligence for Cyber Resilience: Part 1- Gathering Threat Data

This is the first microlearning in the Enhanced Threat Intelligence for Cyber Resilience learning path. As the first part, you will learn how to gather threat data from firewalls, IDS, and SIEM platforms, comply with legislative requirements like the Privacy Act 1988, and establish reliable data collection strategies to support cyber threat analysis.

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What You'll Learn?

  • Gather logs and alerts from firewalls, IDS, and SIEM systems.

  • Apply data logging and collection best practices.

  • Recognise legislative and organisational obligations in data gathering.

  • Build and document datasets for threat analysis.

  • Prepare data for further analysis and validation.

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

  • Cyber Threats and Impacts
    Malware Phishing DoS Attacks
  • Legislative Requirements
    Privacy Act 1988 Cybercrime Act 2001
  • Organisational Policies
    Data Retention Incident Response Access Control
  • Security Equipment
    Firewalls IDS SIEM Systems
  • Data Logging and Collection
    Best Practices and Strategies

Learning Outcomes

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

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

  • Collect and document threat data using industry-standard tools.

  • Ensure compliance with legislative and organisational requirements.

  • Implement logging strategies that improve security visibility.

  • Build datasets to support cyber threat detection and response.

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.


This microlearning is part of the Enhanced Threat Intelligence for Cyber Resilience learning path, aligned with the nationally recognised unit ICTCYS407 – Gather, Analyse and Interpret Threat Data.

The full learning path includes:

  • Part 1 – Gathering Threat Data
  • Part 2 – Analysing Threat Data
  • Part 3 – Interpreting and Finalising Threat Data

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 ICTCYS407 – Gather, Analyse and Interpret Threat Data, issued by South Sydney College (RTO Code: 45279). This nationally recognised outcome positions you for career growth in cybersecurity operations, threat analysis, and digital risk management.

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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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Enhanced Threat Intelligence for Cyber Resilience: Part 1- Gathering Threat Data
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