Course overview
Imagine yourself as the ultimate protector of an organisation’s valuable data, computer systems, and networks: you have the power to identify vulnerabilities in systems and develop effective strategies to prevent potential security breaches.
With this qualification, you will learn about basic IT hardware and software, troubleshooting, and customer support skills. You will also gain knowledge in designing, configuring, and managing wired and wireless networks. Additionally, the focus on essential cybersecurity principles and practices will teach you how to identify and mitigate security risks, implement security infrastructure, and understand policies and laws related to IT security.
Our career program is centered on the prestigious CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist (CSIS) stackable certification. Upon successful completion of this program, participants will earn an accredited specialist-level CompTIA qualification. This certification not only signifies a high level of expertise in IT operations but also enhances your desirability in the competitive job market, opening doors to numerous career opportunities.
Job outcomes
- Security Administrator
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cybersecurity Manager
Recognition
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
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Duration study load
- The CompTIA A+ comprises of roughly 25 to 35 hours of content per Core (Core 1 and Core 2) including time to work through your LiveLabs, and complete quizzes or tests to prepare for your exam
- The CompTIA Network+ comprises of roughly 30 to 40 hours including time to work through your LiveLabs, and complete quizzes or tests to prepare for your exam
- The CompTIA Security+ comprises of roughly 30 to 40 hours including time to work through your LiveLabs, and complete quizzes or tests to prepare for your exam
Entry requirements
You need no prior experience working in IT to be eligible for our Cyber Security Placement Programme as initially, it follows the same path as the IT Technician Placement Programme, simply an interest and desire to work on the technical side of IT and the drive to continue studying to build a cyber career.
Course features
From the moment you register with us, you will have the guidance and advice you need to successfully qualify and find work in your new career. Your package includes:
- A consultation with a Career Consultant to corroborate your course choice
- Unlimited, 12-month access to 3 official CompTIA Courses
- 3 official CompTIA Exams
- CompTIA CertMaster Labs allow you to gain practical experience on live equipment using a cutting-edge lab environment
- Certified Tutor to provide support with course questions and study habits
- Access to a full Support Team for assistance with examination, notes, and study queries
- A collection of revision questions and quizzes
- Extensive examination support
- Recruitment support from our specialist Recruitment Team
- A professional, industry-oriented CV rewrite
- A LinkedIn profile overhaul to maximise networking opportunities
- Refined interview and job-seeking support
- A job/money-back guarantee to protect your return on investment
Assessment
3 official CompTIA Exams
You must pass all the exams included in this package within 12 months of starting your study and placement programme.
FAQs
How long will it take for me to secure my first job in IT?
We ensure you secure a new job opportunity within 12 months of completing your last qualification, however, most students secure a role within 4 months (on average) of passing their last exam.
What does a Security Specialist do?
As an IT Security Specialist, you would be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of an organisation’s computer systems, networks, and data. You would use various tools and techniques to identify vulnerabilities in the system and develop strategies to prevent and respond to potential security breaches. IT Security Specialists play a critical role in protecting sensitive information from cyber-attacks and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. In addition to technical skills, IT Security Specialists need to have excellent communication skills to effectively communicate the importance of security measures and risks to non-technical stakeholders. The role of an IT Security Specialist is highly valued and in demand, with the increasing threat of cyber-attacks and data breaches in today’s digital landscape.
Subjects
Your package includes the following courses, all of which are the gold standard for their respective areas of expertise.
This course focuses on a wide array of valuable subjects, such as mobile devices, networking, hardware, virtualisation and cloud computing, and hardware & network troubleshooting.
This course focuses on a wide array of valuable subjects, such as operating systems, security, software troubleshooting, and operational procedures.
Here you will expand on not only how to design networks, but also how to configure, manage and troubleshoot them and the software and hardware that go along with networking.
You’ll learn about a wide range of cybersecurity principles and practices. The course covers essential topics like network security, compliance and operational security, threats and vulnerabilities, application, data, and host security, access control and identity management, and cryptography.
About ITonlinelearning
Located in Sittingbourne, Kent in the United Kingdom, ITonlinelearning was founded by Jeremy Dargie in 2007. Our aim is to help both aspiring and seasoned professionals gain internationally recognised, accredited certifications that enable them to begin and develop their careers and develop into sought-after and well-versed professionals.
We are able to tailor your courses to your specific needs, giving you the opportunity to study courses on offer from world-leading companies such as PeopleCert, CompTIA, Axelos, APM, APMG, BCS, DMI and CMI, to name but a few. These certifications will help you, like thousands of others, reach your certification goals and beyond, ensuring that you develop your chosen career into a lucrative and rewarding profession.
