Cyber security technologist

Key information

  1. Reference: ST0124
  2. Date updated: 23/04/2021
  3. Level: 4
  4. Route: Digital
  5. Regulated occupation: No
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Higher Technical Qualification

Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs) are designed to be delivered within a course of education. Some Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours may be more safely and reliably delivered in workplace settings, so may not be fully covered by the HTQ. Some qualifications will deliver additional content or added depth and breadth through, for example, use of specialist learning environments, work placements or innovative teaching methods. Check with the qualification provider if you require further information on coverage.

Occupation summary

Typical job titles include:

Cyber Operations Manager Security Architect Penetration Tester Security Analyst Risk Analyst Intelligence Researcher Security Sales Engineer Cyber Security Specialist Information Security Analyst Governance and Compliance Analyst Information Security Assurance and Threat Analyst Forensics and Incident Response Analyst Security Engineer Information Security Auditor Security Administrator Information Security Officer

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CertHE Cyber Security

Qualification type: HTQ

Qualification level: 4

Applicant: Blackpool & The Fylde College

Awarding body: Lancaster University

Approval date: 01/01/0001

Occupational pathway: N/A

Placement: No

Diploma of Higher Education in Cyber Security

Qualification type: HTQ

Qualification level: 5

Applicant: The Open University

Awarding body: The Open University

Approval date: 01/01/0001

Occupational pathway: N/A

Placement: No

FdSc Cyber Security Engineer

Qualification type: HTQ

Qualification level: 5

Applicant: Buckinghamshire New University

Awarding body: Buckinghamshire New University

Approval date: 01/01/0001

Occupational pathway: N/A

Placement: No

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