Cybersecurity Defender – SP220330

Description

QCTO Occupational Skills Programme, Form 3, Implementation Plan Framework for Cybersecurity Defender – SP220330

OFO Code: 252901

OFO Occupation: ICT Security Specialist

Cybersecurity Defenders are responsible for proactively protecting organisations’ systems from attacks, they are the first line of defence against cyberattacks, the first responders to cybersecurity breaches and are responsible for the hardening of the information systems of organisations ensuring compliance with legislation.

The tasks that the learner will be able to know, do and understand after achievement of the skills programme include:

• Detecting cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities in the cybersecurity posture of the organisation
• Defending against threats to ensure cybersecurity of the organisation
• Evaluating the security posture to enhance resilience

Note: The framework consists of the Knowledge Module Titles, Practical Module Titles, Workplace Experience Module Titles (if applicable to curriculum), Topics and elements – the developer is required to slot in the page numbers against each topic, topic element and codes which is provided in the framework.