Cybersecurity - NQF Level 5
(SAQA ID: 122068)
Qualification Entry Requirements
- Occupational Certificate: Cybersecurity Analyst, NQF Level 5 or equivalent
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) applies as per the QCTO RPL policy
- Suitable for those already in IT aiming to specialise further in cybersecurity
Qualification Rules
This qualification has a total of 120 credits, divided into:
- Knowledge Modules: 40 Credits
- Practical Skill Modules: 32 Credits
- Work Experience Modules: 48 Credits
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Advanced Occupational Certificate: Cybersecurity Practitioner
(SAQA ID: 122068)
This SAQA-registered qualification empowers learners to assure the integrity and stability of digital and ICT systems. Cybersecurity Practitioners identify, mitigate, and prevent cyber intrusions or attacks by analyzing organisational risks, implementing strategic security measures, and investigating suspicious events to uphold critical infrastructure protection.
Purpose and Rationale of the Qualification
On completion of qualification
Purpose and Rationale of the Qualification
- A Cybersecurity Practitioner secures ICT systems and data by:
- Collecting specialized cybersecurity information
- Evaluating threats and vulnerabilities
- Investigating events or crimes targeting IT systems, networks, and digital evidence
- Initiating and managing preventative measures to mitigate organisational cyber risks
These roles span every sector from government to healthcare, finance to military, making cybersecurity skills indispensable in the digital age.
- With rising cyber threats worldwide, organizations require skilled professionals to protect data, maintain service continuity, and minimize financial and reputational damage. This advanced qualification prepares learners to address sophisticated cybersecurity challenges by:
- Leveraging proven investigative methodologies
- Employing ethical and legal principles
- Executing denial and deception operations when necessary
On completion of qualification
On Completion of This Qualification
Graduates will be able to:
- Conduct Denial & Deception Operations: Apply advanced methods to gather and interpret cybersecurity intelligence, preparing targeted defense strategies.
- Analyze & Evaluate Cybersecurity Data: Use specialized tools to review information, identify vulnerabilities, and assess risks for actionable intelligence.
- Investigate Cyber Events & Crimes: Manage digital evidence collection, perform forensic analysis, and collaborate with law enforcement or internal stakeholders.
- Mitigate Risk & Implement Preventative Measures: Lead or assist in project-managing solutions that reduce cyber threats, ensure compliance, and reinforce security posture.
- These capabilities align with roles such as Cybersecurity Auditor, Computer Forensics Expert, and Cybersecurity Engineer—vital positions in safeguarding today’s interconnected world.