Online Programme

Cyber Security Career Builder

Cyber Security Skills for a Career in Demand

Duration

12 Weeks

Schedule

Saturdays or 2 Evenings Per Week

Delivery

Fully Online

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About This Course

The Cyber Security Career Builder is an online programme that provides hands-on demonstrations and equips participants with the knowledge and skills necessary for a career in cybersecurity. Suitable for career changers, beginners, and IT professionals looking to specialise, the course delivers the essential knowledge, tools, and confidence needed to succeed in the cybersecurity industry.

Schedule & Format

Option	Days	Session Length
Weekend	Saturdays	2 – 3 hours
Weekday Evenings	Two evenings per week	2 – 3 hours
Platform	All sessions delivered online via Teams or Zoom

What You Will Learn

Module 01

Foundations of Cybersecurity

Core concepts, industry terminology, and the ethical dimensions of working in cybersecurity.

Module 02

Threats & Defence Strategies

Understanding cybersecurity threats and improving defence strategies, with live in-session demonstrations.

Module 03

Networks & System Security

How networks operate, methods of attack, and techniques for securing systems using industry-standard tools.

Module 04

Security Operations & Incident Response

Threat detection, log analysis, breach response, and SOC operational workflows.

Module 05

Cloud Security & Zero Trust

Introduction to cloud security concepts, identity management, and zero trust principles.

Who Is This Course For?

Job seekers targeting cybersecurity roles
IT students and beginners exploring the field
Career changers entering the tech industry
IT professionals looking to specialise
Students exploring cybersecurity pathways
Anyone passionate about digital defence

Entry Requirements

No prior cybersecurity experience required (subject to initial assessment)
Basic familiarity with computers and operating systems is helpful
Comfortable using video conferencing tools (Zoom or Teams)
Able to install and use basic applications

What You Will Need

A computer (laptop, desktop, or Apple device) with a stable internet connection, and a microphone and speakers or headset. All participants must be comfortable joining sessions via Teams or Zoom.

Certification Guidance

This course provides foundational guidance to help you understand the areas covered by widely recognised cybersecurity certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CySA+, and CEH. Certification is not included in the course fee — exams are taken independently by candidates, booked directly with exam centres in their region. Exam fees are payable directly to the relevant exam body.

All course content is developed independently. NextGEN IT Skills does not imply authorised training partner status with any certification body.

What You Receive on Completion

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Awarded on successfully completing the programme.

Workshop

Group Career Workshop

3-hour session covering CV and profile updates, next steps, and industry best practices. Subject to full attendance.

Platform

Learning Platform Access

Virtual content accessible throughout your studies via our online learning platform.

Course Fee

Full Programme Fee

$300

Per learner — all countries

12 weeks of online tutor-led sessions
Learning platform access throughout
Certificate of completion
Group career workshop on completion

Not Included

Certification exam fees
Exam booking (arranged independently)

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