Duration
2 Semesters
Qualification
Special Purpose Award
NFQ Level
Level 8, 20 credits
Delivery
Online
Start Date
Starts September
Applications Close
14/09/2026
Course Overview
Certificate in Secure Network Operations is designed to enhance Networking Professional's skills with those required to securely manage networks.
Secure network systems and services modules provide a comprehensive set of skills in securely provisioning and maintaining networks. A vital tool in the detection and investigation of network issues and cyber-attacks in the log file and event analysis.
Modules
September Semester
Cybersecurity Standards & Risks
Secure Network Systems
January Semester
Log Files and Event Analysis
Secure Network Services
Fees and Funding
EU €3,200
This course is eligible for funding under the Micro-credential Learner Fee Subsidy 2026 programme. Fees are subsidised at 80% for all eligible learner categories. For more information on funding, click here.
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Entry Requirements
This course is ideal for ICT professionals or graduates with an honours degree in computing or in a cognate area (STEM) who wish to develop a career as a cybersecurity professional in a technical role. This is a highly technical course requiring basic networking knowledge to ensure success. Candidates who do not hold a computing degree and are currently working in the IT sector may be considered based on relevant academic qualifications or extensive work experience.
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Lecturer: Abdullah Bin Masood
Department: Computer Science at


