Cyber security is rapidly evolving, and professionals must keep up-to-date with the complexities of different cyber threats, as well as the different technologies under attack.
On this microcredential, you’ll learn how cyber security professionals respond to an imminent, active or recent cyber threat. You’ll explore how to go about resolving attacks and how to complete legal investigations of any potential cybercrime.
You’ll develop skills in this exciting area using up-to-date experience from the internationally recognised Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate Certification.
Worldwide spending on cyber security is forecasted to reach £102.5 billion in 2022 and projected employment for IT security analysts is predicted to grow 32% between 2018 and 2028.
Apply the skills learned in this microcredential to start your journey as a cyber security analyst, consultant, architect or engineer.
This microcredential meets the standards set by the Common Microcredential Framework.
Before learning-- You’ll have access to our online welcome area where you’ll be able to start conversations with your fellow learners and read any announcements or information relating to your microcredential.
Course From 14 Mar 2022-- Cyber Security Operatons (Cisco)
Develop skills, knowledge and understanding focused on how cyber security professionals respond to a cyberattack.
Once you’ve successfully completed the microcredential, you’ll receive your university credit from The Open University.
You’ll have permanent access to the Cisco NetAcad platform and all learning resources and software associated with the microcredential.
Once you’ve successfully completed the microcredential, you’ll receive your university credit from The Open University.
You’ll have permanent access to the Cisco NetAcad platform and all learning resources and software associated with the microcredential.
Are you eligible for this microcredential?
This microcredential is for anyone wanting to master the skills required for a career in cyber security.
All required skills and foundational knowledge are covered within this microcredential; however, it’s recommended you have a good understanding of computer technology and technical experience from a computing, IT or industry qualification.
It is essential that you’re able to access a device capable of running a virtual machine - please check this before enrolling.
Please note: From November 2021 some of the content of this course will be duplicated within the OU module Network Security.
Is this microcredential right for you?
This microcredential is designed for professionals looking to enter the growing cyber security industry, as well as those with a background in the area who are looking to upskill.
Professionals who would benefit most from the microcredential include those working in network engineering, systems support, and IT.
Completing this microcredential will not require you to be Cisco focussed as the concepts and practices covered can be applied in many alternate professional and technical contexts.
Once you’ve successfully completed the microcredential, you’ll receive your university credit from The Open University.
You’ll have permanent access to the Cisco NetAcad platform and all learning resources and software associated with the microcredential.