Course Summary
This programme specifically benefits the NIST/ NICE work role of Network Operations Specialist (OM-NET-001) Targeting OT Systems. It’s also suitable for standard IT engineers, network engineers, back-end server engineers, IT administrators, managers with an interest in networking, engineers working Security Operations Centres (SOCs) and those who wish to pivot into a security role.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Level 8 degree (H2.2 award level or with appropriate industry experience post-degree) in Computer Science/IT/Computer Engineering or related disciplines.
Alternative Entry Route:
In accordance with the University's policy on the Recognition of Prior Learning, candidates who do not meet the minimum entry criteria may be considered.
Application Details
What to Include with your Application
Qualification transcripts and certificates
A copy of your birth certificate or passport
If your qualifications have been obtained in a country where English is an official language this will suffice
If this is not available, the following additional documents must be provided:
• English translation of your qualification(s)/transcripts
AND
• English language competency certificate
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What to Include with your Application
Qualification transcripts and certificates
A copy of your birth certificate or passport
If your qualifications have been obtained in a country where English is an official language this will suffice
If this is not available, the following additional documents must be provided:
• English translation of your qualification(s)/transcripts
AND
• English language competency certificate
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
The knowledge and skills gained will be invaluable to IT and OT engineers as it will give you the expertise and skills to safeguard your company’s industrial control systems and other vital infrastructure from online attacks.