Certificate in Cyber Defence Forensics

Understand how digital forensics is an essential part of breach response and legal investigations. Eligible for Tech Industry Alliance Skillnet funding.

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Course Overview

September Semester

Module 1

Computer Forensics

Module 2

Malware Behaviour Analysis

 

January Semester

Module 1

Cyber Crime and Digital Forensics

Module 2

Malware Reverse Engineering
Duration
Course Level
Course Credit
Qualification
Course Contact
Fees
9 Months
9
25
Special Purpose Award
Dr. Hazel Murray
EU 3,500/ Non EU 5,000
80% subsidy available for EU students.

Programme Descriptor

Graduates from the programme will be equipped with the understanding of how digital forensics is an essential part of breach response and legal investigations as well as in depth understanding of malware behaviour and reverse engineering.

 

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Is This Course For Me?

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Yes, it is a fully online part-time course.

You may be eligible for funding with Technology Industry Alliance Skillnet. For more information, please see below.
For information on your eligibility for tax relief, please click here.

This course is for experienced software developers to enhance their skills with the knowledge to develop secure software. Ideally candidates will poess an honours degree in computing or in a cognate area (STEM). 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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Apply For Funding

We are pleased to say this course is available for funding through Tech Industry Alliance Skillnet. Check your eligibility by following these quick and easy steps.

  1. Apply for this course on the CyberSkills website 
  2. Enquire with Tech Industry Alliance Skillnet if you are eligible for funding. Click Here to visit their website.
  3. If you are offered a place on the course, once accepting mark your employer to pay - Tech Industry Alliance Skillnet
  4. Enjoy the course!
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Career Opportunities

Adversary Emulation Specialist

Avg. Salary
€60,000 - €90,000 p/year

Adversary Emulation Specialists simulate the tactics, techniques, and procedures used by real-world threat actors. They create and execute targeted attack scenarios, mimicking the behaviors and strategies of specific adversaries, to assess the organization's ability to detect, respond, and defend against advanced and persistent threats

Penetration Tester

Avg. Salary
€50,000 - €120,000 p/year

A Penetration Tester, the Ethical Hacker, assesses computer systems, networks, and applications for vulnerabilities. With advanced hacking skills, they provide insights to strengthen cybersecurity defenses. Join as an ethical hacker, safeguarding digital assets from potential threats.

Threat Hunting Specialist

Avg. Salary
€55,000 - €80,000 p/year

A Threat Hunting Specialist proactively detects and investigates advanced threats within systems and networks. They analyze logs, behavior patterns, and network traffic to identify potential compromises, enabling timely mitigation and prevention of damage

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