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Cyber Security Technologist apprentices develop and apply practical knowledge of information security to deliver solutions that fulfil an organisation's requirements. They gain knowledge of the technical side in areas such as security design and architecture, security testing, investigations and response. Cyber Security Technologist apprentices are taught how to apply an understanding of cyber threats, hazards, risks, controls, measures and mitigations to protect organization's systems and people.
Successful Cyber Security Technologist apprentices go on into roles such as a Cyber Operations Manager, Penetration Tester, Security Analyst, Cyber Security Specialist, Information Security Analyst, Security Administrator and Information Security Officer.
Upon completion of their Cyber Security Technologist apprenticeship, individuals will be able to:
Upon completion of their Cyber Security Technologist apprenticeship, individuals focusing on the technical side will also be able to:
Upon completion of their Cyber Security Technologist apprenticeship, individuals will:
Upon completion of their Cyber Security Technologist apprenticeship, individuals focusing on the technical side will also be able to understand:
Apprentices will achieve 5 BCS qualifications.
£18,000
This is a level 4 apprenticeship
This apprenticeship is recognised for entry onto the register of IT technicians confirming SFIA level 3 professional competence and those completing the apprenticeship are eligible to apply for registration.
The duration of this Firebrand apprenticeship is 16 months. Because this period involves both training and the final End Point Assessment (some of which must be carried out in the workplace), employers need to ensure the apprentice’s contract covers the full programme duration.
Once apprentices have completed their apprenticeship they are officially recognised by the British Computer Society (BCS) for entry onto the Register of IT Technicians, confirming SFIA level 3 professional competence.
Firebrand’s apprenticeship programme covers all mandatory knowledge and skills outlined in the apprenticeship standard. Every Firebrand apprentice attends a suite of market-leading training programmes, to cover knowledge required from the apprenticeship standard. This training is then fleshed out through a package of selected online learning, which also allows apprentices to explore any topics of particular interest/importance to them in greater depth.
Apprentices receive a range of market-leading training as part of their qualification – typically between three and five courses per apprenticeship - giving them fundamental skills at speed.
We'll deliver all the knowledge apprentices need to learn for each knowledge module in the Standard through our Lecture | Lab | Review delivery. Apprentices then attend a Syllabus Review Session to cover the knowledge content covered in the apprenticeship standard.
Upon completion of Knowledge Module 1, Cyber Security apprentices will:
Upon completion of Knowledge Module 3, Cyber Security apprentices will:
Upon completion of Knowledge Module 4, Cyber Security apprentices will:
Read through the full curriculum for Firebrand's classroom-based training and supporting online learning modules below.
The Cyber Security Concepts course consists of three associated BCS Syllabus modules, known as Knowledge Modules (KMs):
The content of each module is summarised below. You can review the full syllabus for each module by following the link at the end of the summary.
KM1 - Cyber Security Introduction
Objective: Demonstrate an understanding of the foundations of cyber security.
The full syllabus can be found at https://www.bcs.org/media/1705/cyber-security-cyber-security-introduction-syllabus.pdf.
KM3 - Security Case Development and Design Good Practice
Objective: Demonstrate an understanding of modern cyber security design practice and how to devise a security case for a given system.
The full syllabus can be found at https://www.bcs.org/media/1720/cyber-security-security-case-development-and-design-good-practice-syllabus.pdf.
KM4 - Security Technology Building Blocks
Objective: Demonstrate an understanding of tools and methods required to implement security within computers and networks.
The full syllabus can be found at https://www.bcs.org/media/1723/cyber-security-technology-building-blocks-syllabus.pdf.
Total time: 42 hours 46 minutes
Total time: 22 hours 29 minutes
Total time: 8 hours 54 minutes
Upon completion of this Knowledge Module, Cyber Security apprentices will:
Read through the full curriculum for Firebrand's classroom-based training and supporting online learning modules below.
Networking Concepts
Infrastructure
Network Operations
Network Security
Network Troubleshooting and Tools
Total time: 33 hours 23 minutes
Upon completion of this Knowledge Module, Cyber Security apprentices will:
Read through the full curriculum for Firebrand's classroom-based training and supporting online learning modules below.
Theory of cryptographic techniques
In this key topic, the apprentice will describe the technology of cryptography and name the available techniques, limitations and problems commonly encountered. Outcomes should include an ability to:
Deployment of cryptography
In this key topic, the apprentice will explain the deployment of cryptographic systems in a range of common public technologies; in the protection of data and networked systems and discuss issues faced in their deployment and updating. Outcomes should include an ability to:
Cryptography across jurisdictions
In this key topic, the apprentice will discuss legal issues relevant to cryptography (particularly when crossing national borders) and describe UK, EU and US export control of cryptography and the Wassenaar Arrangement. Outcomes should include an ability to:
Total time: 09 hours 20 minutes
Choose from one of Firebrand's accelerated courses listed below to add to this apprenticeship programme. These courses are delivered when apprentices have submitted evidence to their End Point Assessment gateway.
These additional courses support apprentices in achieving a Distinction grade at End Point Assessment.
EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) v12
EC-Council Certified Security Analyst (ECSA)
CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+)
ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)
ISACA CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
ISACA CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control)
ISO 27001 Foundation - Information Security Management
PECB 27001 Foundation - Information Security Management
EC-Council Certified Network Defender (CNDv2)
While apprentices benefit from new digital skills they can use in their job, almost all digital apprenticeships that Firebrand offer provide the chance to gain industry recognised qualifications.
Apprentices gain qualifications through either BCS or Vendor specific exams where applicable. These qualifications add to a professional career and can be used to help move seamlessly between roles in the IT industry.
All relevant exams that will be achieved during this apprenticeship are listed below: