Cyber Security & Data Science ICTCYS610 Free Trial

Safeguarding Critical Infrastructure in a Digital World

Experience the full course with a 5-day trial—no payment required. Explore expert content, hands-on tasks, and compliance strategies to protect critical infrastructure across energy, health, transport, and ICT.

Experience the full course with a 5-day trial—no payment required. Explore expert content, hands-on tasks, and compliance strategies to protect critical infrastructure across energy, health, transport, and ICT.

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This accredited course leads to a Statement of Attainment for ICTCYS610 – Protect critical infrastructure for organizations, issued by South Sydney College (RTO Code: 45279).

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Quizzes Case studies Written assignments Real-world scenario tasks
Quizzes Case studies Written assignments Real-world scenario tasks

Note: All assessments are aligned with the requirements of ICTCYS610 and reflect real contract performance management practices.

What You'll Get in the Skill Starter Pack:

  • Access to 6 career-focused microlearnings

  • Access to 6 career-focused microlearnings

  • 5-day access to all included content

  • Engaging learning resources designed for real-world application

  • Practice activities and quizzes to test your knowledge

  • Access to Premium-only features, including:

    • Interactive group activities

    • Trainer-monitored discussion forums

    • AI Learning Assistant for real-time support

    • Simulated workplace environment

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Safeguarding Critical Infrastructure in a Digital World: Part 1 – Researching Critical Infrastructure Needs
Cyber Security & Data Science

This is the first microlearning in the Safeguarding Critical Infrastructure in a Digital World learning path. Develops core skills to identify critical assets, assess vulnerabilities, and document findings in line with organisational and legislative requirements.

Who This Course Is For?

Business Analysts ICT Professionals Project Managers

What You’ll Learn?

    Analyse business models and processes to align ICT solutions with organisational goals.

    Identify stakeholders, evaluate requirements, and ensure compliance with copyright, IP, and security laws.

    Gather and document hardware, software, and network specifications for solution delivery.

Topics Covered

Business Models Stakeholder Identification Business Process Design Compliance Standards

Learning Outcomes

    Define and document business and system requirements for ICT solutions.

    Engage and manage stakeholders to align solutions with business needs.

    Apply compliance frameworks and improve liaison processes for solution delivery.

AI Ethics and Governance: Part 1 – Business Continuity Planning
AI & Machine Learning

This first microlearning is part of both the AI Ethics and Governance Skill Set learning path and the Resilience Planning through Disaster Recovery Review learning path. It introduces business continuity principles by identifying critical business functions, conducting impact analysis, and defining strategies to maintain resilience during disruptions such as cyberattacks, natural disasters, or system failures.

Who This Course Is For?

ICT Professionals Business Continuity Officers Risk Specialists

What You’ll Learn?

    Identify and document critical business functions and ICT security requirements.

    Conduct Business Impact Analysis (BIA) and assess statutory, commercial, and contingency needs.

    Define continuity strategies to safeguard operations and strengthen organisational resilience.

Topics Covered

Business Continuity Framework Business-Critical Functions Security Environment Review Business Impact Analysis

Learning Outcomes

    Define and document business and system requirements for ICT solutions.

    Engage and manage stakeholders to align solutions with business needs.

    Apply compliance frameworks and improve liaison processes for solution delivery.

Network Security Essentials: Protect, Detect & Defend: Part 1 – Plan Security Design Process
Networking & Infrastructure

This is the first microlearning in the Network Security Essentials: Protect, Detect & Defend learning path. Learn project management in network security by defining scope, phases, and governance while applying structured methodologies to build the foundation for a strong security posture.

Who This Course Is For?

ICT Project Coordinators Network Administrators Cyber Security Professionals

What You’ll Learn?

    Define project scope, governance, and feasibility for network security design.

    Apply methodologies such as PMBOK and SDLC to planning security projects.

    Assess organisational needs, align security measures, and integrate risk management strategies.

Topics Covered

Network Topologies Security Design Principles Security Planning Methodologies ICT Network Types

Learning Outcomes

    Plan security design processes aligned with organisational and technical needs.

    Document planning, building, and managing phases of network security.

    Apply project management methodologies to support effective network security strategies.

Designing Innovative Tech Solutions for Business Success: Part 1 – Researching Business Solution Requirements
ICT & Business Analysis

This is the first microlearning in the Designing Innovative Tech Solutions for Business Success learning path. Build skills to analyse business models, evaluate compliance needs, and document technical specifications aligned with strategic goals.

Who This Course Is For?

Business Analysts ICT Professionals Project Managers

What You’ll Learn?

    Analyse business models and processes to align ICT solutions with organisational goals.

    Identify stakeholders, evaluate requirements, and ensure compliance with copyright, IP, and security laws.

    Gather and document hardware, software, and network specifications for solution delivery.

Topics Covered

Business Models Stakeholder Identification Business Process Design Compliance Standards

Learning Outcomes

    Define and document business and system requirements for ICT solutions.

    Engage and manage stakeholders to align solutions with business needs.

    Apply compliance frameworks and improve liaison processes for solution delivery.

Transforming Work Practices Using Critical Thinking: Part 1 – Introduction to Critical Thinking
Business & Management

This is the first microlearning in the Transforming Work Practices Using Critical Thinking learning path. Build foundations in critical thinking by examining effective thinker traits, workplace applications, and techniques such as questioning assumptions, reflection, and evaluating reliable information.

Who This Course Is For?

Business Analysts ICT Professionals Project Managers

What You’ll Learn?

    Recognise traits of effective critical thinkers and apply them in workplace contexts.

    Question assumptions, assess information reliability, and use reflection to improve decisions.

    Understand the organisational benefits of critical thinking for communication, collaboration, and innovation.

Topics Covered

Characteristics of Critical Thinkers Workplace Applications Critical Thinking Techniques Benefits of Critical Thinking

Learning Outcomes

    Identify and practise characteristics of effective critical thinkers.

    Apply critical thinking techniques to workplace challenges and decisions.

    Evaluate information and use reflection to improve decision-making.

Optimising Project Costs: Part 1 – Developing a Project Budget
Project Management

This is the first microlearning in the Optimising Project Costs learning path. Learn how to identify resources, apply estimation methods, and build structured budgets that ensure financial stability and accountability across the project lifecycle.

Who This Course Is For?

Project Managers Business Analysts Finance Controllers

What You’ll Learn?

    Identify project resources and costs using Work Breakdown Structures.

    Apply cost estimation methods such as analogous, parametric, and three-point estimating.

    Develop project budgets with contingency reserves and financial planning tools.

Topics Covered

Project Cost Management Work Breakdown Structures Cost Estimation Methods Financial Planning Tools

Learning Outcomes

    Apply structured cost estimation techniques to support project planning.

    Develop accurate budgets aligned with organisational and project requirements.

    Document cost management plans to ensure financial control and accountability.

What You'll Learn?

  • Identify and assess critical infrastructure systems and vulnerabilities.

  • Apply risk-based security strategies using frameworks like NIST and ISO 27001.

  • Implement protection strategies aligned with laws like the SOCI Act and Privacy Act.

  • Respond to incidents and evaluate protection measures in real-world simulations.

  • Continuously improve defences in response to evolving cyber threats.

Additional Learning Benefits

  • No payment required. After 5 days, you can choose to subscribe to one of our learning plans to continue your journey.

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

  • Many ICT units align with CompTIA certification, offering clear pathways to global recognition.

Topics Covered

  • Foundations of Infrastructure Security
    Understanding Critical Assets Cyber Risks Threat Environments
  • Strategy and Compliance Planning
    Risk Assessments Policy Design Legal Frameworks (SOCI Act, ISO 27001, etc.)
  • Implementation and Response
    Technical Controls Access Management Incident Planning Disaster Recovery
  • Testing and Improvement
    Evaluating Protection Strategies Audit Preparation Adapting to Emerging Risks

Learning Outcomes

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

  • Conduct threat and risk assessments on critical infrastructure.

  • Develop and implement tailored cyber security strategies.

  • Ensure compliance with Australian legislation and international standards.

  • Respond to cyber incidents and evaluate protection outcomes.

  • Maintain resilience through ongoing monitoring and improvement.

Compliance Statement

This course is delivered and assessed by South Sydney College, a division of Knit Group Australia Pty Ltd (RTO Code: 45279).

The unit ICTCYS610 – Protect critical infrastructure for organizations is drawn from the BSB Business Services Training Package and is nationally recognised training.

Statements of Attainment are issued in accordance with the Standards for RTOs 2015. For information about support services, fees, refunds, and your rights as a learner, please refer to the Learner Handbook or contact us directly via email: online.support@ssc.edu.au.

Safeguarding Critical Infrastructure in a Digital World

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