NCFE
Level 3
QN: 603/5762/9
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NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Cyber Security Practices
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by NCFE. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 150 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
NCFE
Syllabus Units
6 Units
Guided Hours
150 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Cyber Security Practices
Understand Cyber Security Principles
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Key Learning Objectives:
- 1 Understand cyber security2 Understand core terminology and key aspects of cyber security3 Understand security by design principles
2
NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Cyber Security Practices
Cyber Security Testing, Vulnerabilities and Controls
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe different types of cyber security testing methods
- Explain the purpose and benefits of each testing type
- Identify potential vulnerabilities in a given system
- Apply techniques to reduce or remove vulnerabilities
- Explain the purpose and types of security controls
- Apply a security control to mitigate a specific risk
3
NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Cyber Security Practices
Understand Legislation and Ethical Conduct within Cyber Security
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the key provisions of the Computer Misuse Act 1990 and its relevance to cyber security
- Describe the main requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018
- Analyse the role of information security standards such as ISO/IEC 27001 in managing cyber security risks
- Evaluate the ethical responsibilities of cyber security professionals when handling sensitive data
- Apply ethical frameworks to resolve dilemmas in cyber security scenarios
- Justify the importance of professional codes of conduct in cyber security practice
4
NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Cyber Security Practices
Threat Intelligence in Cyber Security
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1 Understand cyber threat intelligence2 Understand threat models3 Understand malicious software4 Know about social engineering
5
NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Cyber Security Practices
Cyber Security Incident Response
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the purpose and key components of a cyber security incident response plan
- Develop a cyber security incident response plan for a given scenario
- Create a post incident post mortem report that identifies root causes and recommendations
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NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Cyber Security Practices
Professional Skills and Behaviours for Cyber Security
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe the professional behaviours expected of a cyber security practitioner.
- Explain the importance of ethical conduct and legal compliance in cyber security roles.
- Identify the technical and non-technical skills required for a career in cyber security.
- Analyse personal skills against job role requirements to identify development needs.
- Evaluate the benefits of continuous professional development for career progression.
- Construct a personal development plan that includes CPD activities and timelines.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/5762/9
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- NCFE
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Jul 2020