Cyber Security

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Financial Crime Analyst

Financial Crime Analysts detect and investigate financial crimes, developing procedures and controls to identify suspicious transactions and ensure data integrity.

Avg yearly income $74,880
Skill level Advanced

IT Auditor

An IT Auditor assesses and enhances the security, efficiency, and compliance of information systems by identifying risks and recommending improvements.

Avg yearly income $130,000
Skill level Advanced

Head of Cyber Security

A Head of Cyber Security ensures digital security, tests systems, manages upgrades, and safeguards databases, requiring technical skills, teamwork, and strong problem-solving abilities.

Avg yearly income $195,000
Skill level Advanced

ICT Security Specialist

ICT Security Specialists protect digital assets by identifying vulnerabilities in systems and recommending security enhancements.

Avg yearly income $76,648
Skill level Advanced

Cyber Security Specialist

Cyber Security Specialists manage ICT security, prevent unauthorised access, handle outages, and assess risks, with backup and data recovery strategies in place.

Avg yearly income $125,008
Skill level Advanced

Security Analyst

Security Analysts monitor and protect organisations' systems, identifying threats, implementing security measures, and responding to breaches.

Avg yearly income $109,200
Skill level Advanced

Security Architect

Security Architects design and implement security frameworks to protect IT infrastructure, addressing vulnerabilities and ensuring compliance.

Avg yearly income $167,960
Skill level Advanced

Computer Forensic Analyst

Computer Forensic Analysts investigate cybercrimes by tracing digital evidence, recovering data, and securing networks against threats.

Avg yearly income $109,200
Skill level Advanced

IoT Engineer

An IoT Engineer designs and develops interconnected systems that communicate over the internet, focusing on integrating hardware and software for efficient solutions.

Avg yearly income $99,996
Skill level Advanced

Cyber Security Engineer

Cyber Security Engineers safeguard digital assets by designing security systems, monitoring networks, and responding to cyber threats.

Avg yearly income $87,100
Skill level Advanced

Cyber Defender

Cyber Defenders safeguard organisations from cyber threats by monitoring networks, identifying vulnerabilities, and responding to security incidents.

Avg yearly income $76,596
Skill level Advanced

Cyber Security Architect

Cyber Security Architects design and implement security systems to protect digital assets from cyber threats, addressing vulnerabilities in existing infrastructure.

Avg yearly income $186,004
Skill level Advanced

Cybercrime Investigator

Cybercrime Investigators analyse digital scams and attacks on IT systems, gathering evidence to disrupt cybercrime and prosecute offenders.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in cyber security

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
BSB50420

Diploma of Leadership and Management
Blended, Online, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $6,318
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Assistant Broker Librarian Museum Assistant
Library Assistant Local Government Customer Service Assistant Council Member Plant Manager Sports Facility Manager Facilities Manager Fitness Centre Manager Gym Manager High Performance Coach Event Director Reservations Manager Tour Operations Manager Exhibition Manager Gaffer Driller Grip Bakery Manager Fleet Manager HVAC Technician Service Manager Parts Manager Executive Housekeeper Financial Controller Forensic Accountant Fraud Analyst Financial Assistant Accounting Manager Radio Producer Head of Procurement Resilience Officer Senior Risk Manager Sustainable Farmer Vineyard Manager Cellar Door Manager Winemaker Aquaculture Manager Sales Analyst Project Coordinator Real Estate Agency Manager Venue Manager Conservation Manager Travel Agency Manager Regional Coordinator Bank Manager Operations Officer Strata Manager Planning Officer Student Experience Officer Event Planner Park Manager Information Officer Office Manager Customer Service Officer Customer Service Manager General Manager Account Manager Team Leader Supervisor Driller Offsider Geological Technician Watchkeeper Deck Officer Timber Dispatch Coordinator Head of Cyber Security Dog Trainer Rail Safety Manager Investigation Manager Workplace Inspector Senior Merchandiser Crematorium Technician Athlete Community Coach Renewable Energy Tradesperson Funeral Director Funeral Assistant Electrical Fitter Electrical Linesman Rail Traction Linesman Cable Jointer Substation Technician Technical Project Manager Landfill Supervisor Abattoir Supervisor Helicopter Pilot Flying Instructor Airport Operations Manager Drilling Supervisor Clinical Coder RTO Compliance Officer Life Coach Duty Manager (Police Force) Concreter Steel Fixer Surveyor Assistant Environmental Health Officer Professional Dancer Water Treatment Supervisor Dam Operations Manager Senior Rates Officer Senior Compliance Officer Trade Waste Officer Irrigation Water Supervisor Water Networks Supervisor Cabin Crew Supervisor Catchment Officer Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Assistant Manager Area Manager Presales Consultant Regional Manager Reporting Analyst Business Development Executive Sales Engineer Business Specialist Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Procurement Consultant Customer Success Manager Service Director Retention Specialist Grants Officer Facilities Coordinator Workforce Analyst Business Services Manager Team Administrator Operations Specialist Scrum Master Procurement Manager Category Specialist Retail Executive Governance Coordinator Claims Specialist Workshop Supervisor Performance Manager Cluster Manager Company Director Employee Relations Manager IT Operations Manager Advertising Account Manager Business Relationship Manager Promotions Manager Hospitality Manager People and Culture Manager Economics Consultant ICT Project Manager Operations Analyst Logistician Innovation Manager Research and Development Manager Geochemist Palaeontologist Transport Manager Strategic Advisor Nutrition Scientist Photogrammetrist Nutrition Advisor Recruitment Manager Strategy Consultant Partnerships Manager Arts Programmer Human Rights Advocate Editorial Writer Creative Writer Climate Scientist Resource Economist IT Specialist Executive Director Mining Manager Meteorologist Agricultural Economist Neurologist Chief Innovation Officer National Security Adviser Innovation Coordinator Intelligence Officer Location Manager Film Producer Financial Regulator Social Media Strategist Community Engagement Coordinator Policy Writer Records Manager Museum Director Policy Researcher Creative Entrepreneur International Project Manager Chief Operating Officer (COO) Technical Consultant Business Leader Diversity Consultant Travel Operator Lobbyist International Development Worker Investigator Court Administrator Crime Prevention Officer Social Justice Advocate Policy Specialist Engagement Manager Program Coordinator Cost Controller Relationship Manager Technical Lead Technical Business Analyst Commercial Analyst Agile Business Analyst Solutions Architect Organisational Development Consultant Customer Experience Manager International Business Strategist Service Delivery Manager Technical Manager Training and Development Manager Public Administrator Chief Project Officer Project Director Program Leader Capability Manager Senior Project Manager Data Miner Education Coordinator Business Process Analyst Health Administrator Healthcare Manager Primary Health Organisation Manager Customer Relationship Manager Global Account Manager Strategy Manager Commercial Manager Political Consultant Talent Acquisition Manager Nurse Manager Development Manager Risk Consultant Site Manager Acquisition Manager Executive Manager Finance Director Program Evaluator Digital Project Manager Health Manager Early Childhood Center Manager Pharmacy Manager Quality Control Manager Vendor Manager Product Specialist Hospital Administrator Clinical Manager Innovation Strategist Police Sergeant Religious Education Coordinator Sports Marketing Manager Category Manager Wellbeing Coordinator Social Work Supervisor Contract Specialist Sheriff Aviation Consultant Theatre Manager Athletic Director Corporate Services Manager Performance Coach Continuous Improvement Manager Clinical Supervisor Superintendent Wellness Coordinator Media Relations Specialist Food Service Supervisor Leadership Coach
+ 267 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Assistant Broker Librarian Museum Assistant Library Assistant Local Government Customer Service Assistant Council Member Plant Manager Sports Facility Manager Facilities Manager Fitness Centre Manager Gym Manager High Performance Coach Event Director Reservations Manager Tour Operations Manager Exhibition Manager Gaffer Driller Grip Bakery Manager Fleet Manager HVAC Technician Service Manager Parts Manager Executive Housekeeper Financial Controller Forensic Accountant Fraud Analyst Financial Assistant Accounting Manager Radio Producer Head of Procurement Resilience Officer Senior Risk Manager Sustainable Farmer Vineyard Manager Cellar Door Manager Winemaker Aquaculture Manager Sales Analyst Project Coordinator Real Estate Agency Manager Venue Manager Conservation Manager Travel Agency Manager Regional Coordinator Bank Manager Operations Officer Strata Manager Planning Officer Student Experience Officer Event Planner Park Manager Information Officer Office Manager Customer Service Officer Customer Service Manager General Manager Account Manager Team Leader Supervisor Driller Offsider Geological Technician Watchkeeper Deck Officer Timber Dispatch Coordinator Head of Cyber Security Dog Trainer Rail Safety Manager Investigation Manager Workplace Inspector Senior Merchandiser Crematorium Technician Athlete Community Coach Renewable Energy Tradesperson Funeral Director Funeral Assistant Electrical Fitter Electrical Linesman Rail Traction Linesman Cable Jointer Substation Technician Technical Project Manager Landfill Supervisor Abattoir Supervisor Helicopter Pilot Flying Instructor Airport Operations Manager Drilling Supervisor Clinical Coder RTO Compliance Officer Life Coach Duty Manager (Police Force) Concreter Steel Fixer Surveyor Assistant Environmental Health Officer Professional Dancer Water Treatment Supervisor Dam Operations Manager Senior Rates Officer Senior Compliance Officer Trade Waste Officer Irrigation Water Supervisor Water Networks Supervisor Cabin Crew Supervisor Catchment Officer Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Assistant Manager Area Manager Presales Consultant Regional Manager Reporting Analyst Business Development Executive Sales Engineer Business Specialist Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Procurement Consultant Customer Success Manager Service Director Retention Specialist Grants Officer Facilities Coordinator Workforce Analyst Business Services Manager Team Administrator Operations Specialist Scrum Master Procurement Manager Category Specialist Retail Executive Governance Coordinator Claims Specialist Workshop Supervisor Performance Manager Cluster Manager Company Director Employee Relations Manager IT Operations Manager Advertising Account Manager Business Relationship Manager Promotions Manager Hospitality Manager People and Culture Manager Economics Consultant ICT Project Manager Operations Analyst Logistician Innovation Manager Research and Development Manager Geochemist Palaeontologist Transport Manager Strategic Advisor Nutrition Scientist Photogrammetrist Nutrition Advisor Recruitment Manager Strategy Consultant Partnerships Manager Arts Programmer Human Rights Advocate Editorial Writer Creative Writer Climate Scientist Resource Economist IT Specialist Executive Director Mining Manager Meteorologist Agricultural Economist Neurologist Chief Innovation Officer National Security Adviser Innovation Coordinator Intelligence Officer Location Manager Film Producer Financial Regulator Social Media Strategist Community Engagement Coordinator Policy Writer Records Manager Museum Director Policy Researcher Creative Entrepreneur International Project Manager Chief Operating Officer (COO) Technical Consultant Business Leader Diversity Consultant Travel Operator Lobbyist International Development Worker Investigator Court Administrator Crime Prevention Officer Social Justice Advocate Policy Specialist Engagement Manager Program Coordinator Cost Controller Relationship Manager Technical Lead Technical Business Analyst Commercial Analyst Agile Business Analyst Solutions Architect Organisational Development Consultant Customer Experience Manager International Business Strategist Service Delivery Manager Technical Manager Training and Development Manager Public Administrator Chief Project Officer Project Director Program Leader Capability Manager Senior Project Manager Data Miner Education Coordinator Business Process Analyst Health Administrator Healthcare Manager Primary Health Organisation Manager Customer Relationship Manager Global Account Manager Strategy Manager Commercial Manager Political Consultant Talent Acquisition Manager Nurse Manager Development Manager Risk Consultant Site Manager Acquisition Manager Executive Manager Finance Director Program Evaluator Digital Project Manager Health Manager Early Childhood Center Manager Pharmacy Manager Quality Control Manager Vendor Manager Product Specialist Hospital Administrator Clinical Manager Innovation Strategist Police Sergeant Religious Education Coordinator Sports Marketing Manager Category Manager Wellbeing Coordinator Social Work Supervisor Contract Specialist Sheriff Aviation Consultant Theatre Manager Athletic Director Corporate Services Manager Performance Coach Continuous Improvement Manager Clinical Supervisor Superintendent Wellness Coordinator Media Relations Specialist Food Service Supervisor Leadership Coach + 267 more
BSB50820

Diploma of Project Management
Blended, Online
12 - 18 months
$0 - $6,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
PMO Manager Chief Data Officer Corporate Services Manager
Continuous Improvement Manager Chief of Police Aviation Consultant Police Sergeant Contract Specialist Digital Transformation Manager Infrastructure Engineer Engineering Technician Digital Project Manager Construction Planner Quality Control Manager Site Manager Property Development Manager Drilling Engineer Design Manager Nurse Manager Senior Business Analyst BIM Manager Program Evaluator Executive Manager Technical Manager IT Auditor Project Director Chief Project Officer Senior Project Manager Data Consultant Quality Assurance Engineer Program Leader Business Process Analyst Project Scheduler Supply and Distribution Manager Purchasing Officer Change Management Consultant Marketing Project Manager Inventory Planner Operations Analyst Strategy Manager Supply Chain Analyst ICT Project Manager Promotions Manager Investment Banking Analyst Employee Relations Manager Economics Consultant Innovation Manager IT Operations Manager Advertising Account Manager Business Architect Sustainability Manager Logistician Research and Development Manager Strategic Advisor Transport Manager Data Analytics Consultant Film Producer Innovation Coordinator Chief Innovation Officer National Security Adviser Program Analyst International Marketing Specialist International Project Manager Policy Researcher Public Service Officer Governance Coordinator Change And Communications Manager Scheduler Field Engineer Client Side Project Manager Electrical Estimator Electrical Project Manager Scrum Master Regional Manager Project Officer Film and TV Production Manager Broadcast Production Manager Video Production Manager Investigation Manager Maintenance Manager Project Manager (Police Force) Technical Project Manager Drilling Supervisor Exhibition Manager Tour Operations Manager Gym Manager Event Director Conference Manager Fitness Centre Manager Plant Manager Facilities Manager Plant Supervisor Senior Risk Manager Resilience Officer Head of Procurement Sustainable Farmer Project Coordinator Project Administrator Project Manager Wind Turbine Engineer IT Project Manager Operations Officer Real Estate Agency Manager Regional Coordinator Conservation Manager Student Experience Officer Planning Officer Strata Manager Automated Tester Park Manager
+ 107 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
PMO Manager Chief Data Officer Corporate Services Manager Continuous Improvement Manager Chief of Police Aviation Consultant Police Sergeant Contract Specialist Digital Transformation Manager Infrastructure Engineer Engineering Technician Digital Project Manager Construction Planner Quality Control Manager Site Manager Property Development Manager Drilling Engineer Design Manager Nurse Manager Senior Business Analyst BIM Manager Program Evaluator Executive Manager Technical Manager IT Auditor Project Director Chief Project Officer Senior Project Manager Data Consultant Quality Assurance Engineer Program Leader Business Process Analyst Project Scheduler Supply and Distribution Manager Purchasing Officer Change Management Consultant Marketing Project Manager Inventory Planner Operations Analyst Strategy Manager Supply Chain Analyst ICT Project Manager Promotions Manager Investment Banking Analyst Employee Relations Manager Economics Consultant Innovation Manager IT Operations Manager Advertising Account Manager Business Architect Sustainability Manager Logistician Research and Development Manager Strategic Advisor Transport Manager Data Analytics Consultant Film Producer Innovation Coordinator Chief Innovation Officer National Security Adviser Program Analyst International Marketing Specialist International Project Manager Policy Researcher Public Service Officer Governance Coordinator Change And Communications Manager Scheduler Field Engineer Client Side Project Manager Electrical Estimator Electrical Project Manager Scrum Master Regional Manager Project Officer Film and TV Production Manager Broadcast Production Manager Video Production Manager Investigation Manager Maintenance Manager Project Manager (Police Force) Technical Project Manager Drilling Supervisor Exhibition Manager Tour Operations Manager Gym Manager Event Director Conference Manager Fitness Centre Manager Plant Manager Facilities Manager Plant Supervisor Senior Risk Manager Resilience Officer Head of Procurement Sustainable Farmer Project Coordinator Project Administrator Project Manager Wind Turbine Engineer IT Project Manager Operations Officer Real Estate Agency Manager Regional Coordinator Conservation Manager Student Experience Officer Planning Officer Strata Manager Automated Tester Park Manager + 107 more
ICT30120

Certificate III in Information Technology
Online
12 months
$2,880 - $4,499
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Game Programmer Cloud Developer ICT Security Specialist
Data Specialist Computational Linguist Software Tester Data Entry Operator Help Desk Support Service Desk Analyst Trainee IT Support Officer IT Technician Enterprise Architect
+ 10 more
BSB50120

Diploma of Business
Blended, Online
12 months
$1,499 - $6,318
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Park Manager Event Planner Strata Manager
Planning Officer Student Experience Officer Travel Agency Manager Regional Coordinator Real Estate Agency Manager Bank Manager New Home Sales Consultant Office Manager Information Officer Customer Service Manager Account Manager Customer Service Officer Project Coordinator Sales Analyst Small Business Owner Aquaculture Manager Sustainable Farmer Winemaker Vineyard Manager Resilience Officer Head of Procurement Radio Producer Enrolment and Admissions Officer Accounting Manager Financial Controller Forensic Accountant Fraud Analyst Financial Assistant Assistant Broker Library Assistant Museum Assistant Librarian Customs and Border Protection Officer Local Government Administration Officer Community Engagement Officer Sports Facility Manager Gym Manager Fitness Centre Manager High Performance Coach Conference Manager Event Director Exhibition Manager Tour Operations Manager Reservations Manager HVAC Technician Life Coach Bakery Manager Fashion Photographer Portrait Photographer Screenplay Writer Grip Gaffer Clinical Coder Driller Drilling Supervisor Apiarist Concreter RTO Compliance Officer Duty Manager (Police Force) Landfill Supervisor Investigation Manager Head of Cyber Security Senior Compliance Officer Senior Rates Officer Trade Waste Officer Marketing Director Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Buyer’s Agent Operational Risk Manager Project Officer Brand Ambassador Regional Manager Customs Broker Reporting Analyst Salesforce Administrator IT Recruitment Consultant Enterprise Architect Business Support Officer Property Consultant Property Developer Business Specialist Sales Engineer Business Development Executive Business Services Manager Internal Auditor Buyer Procurement Manager Retail Executive Category Specialist Product Marketing Manager Customer Success Manager Procurement Consultant Workforce Analyst Facilities Coordinator Grants Officer Retention Specialist Workshop Supervisor Scheduler Performance Manager Leasing Manager Leasing Officer Fitness Studio Manager Settlements Officer Claims Specialist Governance Coordinator Fundraising Coordinator Cluster Manager Market Researcher Law Clerk Agile Business Analyst Commercial Analyst Technical Business Analyst Relationship Manager Cost Controller Program Coordinator Travel Operator Business Leader Diversity Consultant Lobbyist Communications Officer Gallery Manager Public Service Officer Student Recruitment Officer Engagement Manager Policy Specialist Media Analyst Communications Strategist Court Administrator Investigator Museum Director Records Manager Technology Consultant Social Media Strategist Digital Media Specialist Financial Regulator Creative Entrepreneur Policy Researcher Community Relations Manager Geographer International Project Manager Program Analyst Intelligence Officer National Security Adviser Innovation Coordinator Chief Innovation Officer Film Producer Location Manager ICT Sales Assistant Partnerships Manager Freelance Editor Resource Economist Agricultural Economist Meteorologist Executive Director Data Analytics Consultant Strategic Advisor Transport Manager Geochemist Palaeontologist Photogrammetrist Nutrition Advisor Nutrition Scientist Logistician Research and Development Manager Innovation Manager Advertising Account Manager Investment Banking Analyst Promotions Manager Wealth Manager Retirement Planner People and Culture Manager International Banker Supply Chain Analyst Logistics Planner Strategy Manager Inventory Planner HR Business Partner Change Management Consultant Inventory Manager Supply Planner Purchasing Officer Supply and Distribution Manager Business Development Consultant Digital Business Strategist Global Account Manager Customer Relationship Manager Senior Financial Analyst Business Process Analyst Quality Assurance Engineer Capability Manager Data Consultant Data Miner Analytics Manager Chief Project Officer IT Auditor Marketing Executive Training and Development Manager International Business Strategist Service Delivery Manager Organisational Development Consultant Marketing Communications Manager Risk Advisor Credit Risk Analyst Finance Director Acquisition Manager Executive Manager Master Data Analyst Senior Business Analyst Tender Writer Risk Consultant Product Specialist Innovation Strategist Marketing Analyst Corporate Services Manager Innovation Consultant Leadership Coach
+ 216 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Park Manager Event Planner Strata Manager Planning Officer Student Experience Officer Travel Agency Manager Regional Coordinator Real Estate Agency Manager Bank Manager New Home Sales Consultant Office Manager Information Officer Customer Service Manager Account Manager Customer Service Officer Project Coordinator Sales Analyst Small Business Owner Aquaculture Manager Sustainable Farmer Winemaker Vineyard Manager Resilience Officer Head of Procurement Radio Producer Enrolment and Admissions Officer Accounting Manager Financial Controller Forensic Accountant Fraud Analyst Financial Assistant Assistant Broker Library Assistant Museum Assistant Librarian Customs and Border Protection Officer Local Government Administration Officer Community Engagement Officer Sports Facility Manager Gym Manager Fitness Centre Manager High Performance Coach Conference Manager Event Director Exhibition Manager Tour Operations Manager Reservations Manager HVAC Technician Life Coach Bakery Manager Fashion Photographer Portrait Photographer Screenplay Writer Grip Gaffer Clinical Coder Driller Drilling Supervisor Apiarist Concreter RTO Compliance Officer Duty Manager (Police Force) Landfill Supervisor Investigation Manager Head of Cyber Security Senior Compliance Officer Senior Rates Officer Trade Waste Officer Marketing Director Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Buyer’s Agent Operational Risk Manager Project Officer Brand Ambassador Regional Manager Customs Broker Reporting Analyst Salesforce Administrator IT Recruitment Consultant Enterprise Architect Business Support Officer Property Consultant Property Developer Business Specialist Sales Engineer Business Development Executive Business Services Manager Internal Auditor Buyer Procurement Manager Retail Executive Category Specialist Product Marketing Manager Customer Success Manager Procurement Consultant Workforce Analyst Facilities Coordinator Grants Officer Retention Specialist Workshop Supervisor Scheduler Performance Manager Leasing Manager Leasing Officer Fitness Studio Manager Settlements Officer Claims Specialist Governance Coordinator Fundraising Coordinator Cluster Manager Market Researcher Law Clerk Agile Business Analyst Commercial Analyst Technical Business Analyst Relationship Manager Cost Controller Program Coordinator Travel Operator Business Leader Diversity Consultant Lobbyist Communications Officer Gallery Manager Public Service Officer Student Recruitment Officer Engagement Manager Policy Specialist Media Analyst Communications Strategist Court Administrator Investigator Museum Director Records Manager Technology Consultant Social Media Strategist Digital Media Specialist Financial Regulator Creative Entrepreneur Policy Researcher Community Relations Manager Geographer International Project Manager Program Analyst Intelligence Officer National Security Adviser Innovation Coordinator Chief Innovation Officer Film Producer Location Manager ICT Sales Assistant Partnerships Manager Freelance Editor Resource Economist Agricultural Economist Meteorologist Executive Director Data Analytics Consultant Strategic Advisor Transport Manager Geochemist Palaeontologist Photogrammetrist Nutrition Advisor Nutrition Scientist Logistician Research and Development Manager Innovation Manager Advertising Account Manager Investment Banking Analyst Promotions Manager Wealth Manager Retirement Planner People and Culture Manager International Banker Supply Chain Analyst Logistics Planner Strategy Manager Inventory Planner HR Business Partner Change Management Consultant Inventory Manager Supply Planner Purchasing Officer Supply and Distribution Manager Business Development Consultant Digital Business Strategist Global Account Manager Customer Relationship Manager Senior Financial Analyst Business Process Analyst Quality Assurance Engineer Capability Manager Data Consultant Data Miner Analytics Manager Chief Project Officer IT Auditor Marketing Executive Training and Development Manager International Business Strategist Service Delivery Manager Organisational Development Consultant Marketing Communications Manager Risk Advisor Credit Risk Analyst Finance Director Acquisition Manager Executive Manager Master Data Analyst Senior Business Analyst Tender Writer Risk Consultant Product Specialist Innovation Strategist Marketing Analyst Corporate Services Manager Innovation Consultant Leadership Coach + 216 more
BSB50920

Diploma of Quality Auditing
Blended, Online
12 months
$1,995 - $6,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Auditor Fraud Analyst RTO Administrator
Quality Controller Quality Assurance Manager Compliance Officer Quality Assurance Auditor Head of Procurement Senior Risk Manager Resilience Officer E-learning Developer QA Tester Software Tester Workplace Inspector Rail Safety Manager Investigation Manager Landfill Supervisor Food Production Manager Catchment Officer Dam Operations Manager Water Networks Supervisor Trade Waste Officer Water Treatment Supervisor Senior Compliance Officer Environmental Health Officer Compliance Analyst Production Engineer Governance Officer Governance Coordinator Review Officer Policy Researcher Financial Regulator National Security Adviser Intelligence Officer Innovation Coordinator Innovation Manager Company Director Transport Manager Research and Development Manager IT Auditor Quality Assurance Engineer Tax Manager Primary Health Organisation Manager Risk Advisor Corporate Services Manager Quality Control Analyst Quality Assurance Specialist Aviation Consultant Continuous Improvement Manager Pharmaceutical Production Supervisor Quality Control Manager
+ 48 more
ICT40120

Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking)
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 18 months
$4,400 - $5,299
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Fibre Optic Splicer Cloud Support Technician Cyber Security Architect
ICT Architect Python Developer Developer Programmer Cyber Defender Data Modeller Computer Systems Engineer Network Analyst IoT Engineer Cyber Security Engineer Data Miner Database Developer Test Analyst 3D Printing Technician Network Manager Network Designer E-Commerce Developer ICT Support Engineer Network Technician IT Operations Manager Test Engineer Integration Engineer Computer Engineer Business Intelligence Developer Systems Architect Systems Consultant Network Architect Technical Architect Network Specialist Solutions Designer Data Architect IT Support Officer Javascript Developer Computer Technician IT Technician Network Administrator Systems Administrator Senior Systems Engineer Junior Website Designer Software Tester Blockchain Engineer Drone Operator
+ 41 more
ICT50220

Diploma of Information Technology
On Campus, Online
18 months
$5,928 - $8,940
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Drone Operator Blockchain Engineer Software Tester
Junior Website Designer Automated Tester E-learning Developer Systems Engineer IT Manager Systems Tester Programmer Systems Analyst Network Administrator Robotics Technician Computer Technician Analyst Programmer Javascript Developer Computer Engineer Data Architect Java Developer Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Digital Business Analyst Solutions Designer Functional Analyst Network Specialist Network Architect Cloud Architect Solutions Analyst Integration Analyst Technical Architect Systems Consultant Systems Architect Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Business Intelligence Developer Sitecore Developer Salesforce Administrator Integration Developer Mobile Application Developer Solutions Consultant Salesforce Developer Test Engineer Integration Engineer Enterprise Architect Chief Information Officer IT Operations Manager ICT Project Manager Network Technician Research and Development Manager Photogrammetrist Database Designer Applications Engineer ICT Support Engineer E-Commerce Developer .NET Developer Systems Designer Information Architect Information Designer IT Specialist Software Designer Data Analytics Consultant Meteorologist 3D Printing Technician Intelligence Officer Chief Innovation Officer Digital Producer Multimedia Artist Solutions Architect Test Analyst Database Developer Technical Business Analyst Technical Lead Technical Consultant Cybercrime Investigator IT Auditor Cyber Security Engineer Analytics Manager Data Miner Computational Biologist Data Consultant AI Specialist UX Developer Computer Systems Engineer Data Modeller IoT Engineer Cyber Defender Creative Technologist E-Commerce Manager Software Development Manager Cyber Security Architect Enterprise Solutions Architect Developer Programmer Algorithm Engineer Python Developer Master Data Analyst Computer Architect ICT Architect Senior Business Analyst AI Consultant Digital Project Manager Visual Effects Artist Cloud Support Technician
+ 97 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Drone Operator Blockchain Engineer Software Tester Junior Website Designer Automated Tester E-learning Developer Systems Engineer IT Manager Systems Tester Programmer Systems Analyst Network Administrator Robotics Technician Computer Technician Analyst Programmer Javascript Developer Computer Engineer Data Architect Java Developer Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Digital Business Analyst Solutions Designer Functional Analyst Network Specialist Network Architect Cloud Architect Solutions Analyst Integration Analyst Technical Architect Systems Consultant Systems Architect Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Business Intelligence Developer Sitecore Developer Salesforce Administrator Integration Developer Mobile Application Developer Solutions Consultant Salesforce Developer Test Engineer Integration Engineer Enterprise Architect Chief Information Officer IT Operations Manager ICT Project Manager Network Technician Research and Development Manager Photogrammetrist Database Designer Applications Engineer ICT Support Engineer E-Commerce Developer .NET Developer Systems Designer Information Architect Information Designer IT Specialist Software Designer Data Analytics Consultant Meteorologist 3D Printing Technician Intelligence Officer Chief Innovation Officer Digital Producer Multimedia Artist Solutions Architect Test Analyst Database Developer Technical Business Analyst Technical Lead Technical Consultant Cybercrime Investigator IT Auditor Cyber Security Engineer Analytics Manager Data Miner Computational Biologist Data Consultant AI Specialist UX Developer Computer Systems Engineer Data Modeller IoT Engineer Cyber Defender Creative Technologist E-Commerce Manager Software Development Manager Cyber Security Architect Enterprise Solutions Architect Developer Programmer Algorithm Engineer Python Developer Master Data Analyst Computer Architect ICT Architect Senior Business Analyst AI Consultant Digital Project Manager Visual Effects Artist Cloud Support Technician + 97 more
BSB50120

Diploma of Business (Compliance)
Blended, Online
12 months
$1,995 - $6,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Food Safety Supervisor Governance Officer Senior Administrator
Compliance Coordinator Compliance Officer Senior Risk Manager Compliance Manager Compliance Specialist Wellness Coordinator Corporate Services Manager Pharmacy Manager Health Manager Clinical Manager Clinical Data Manager Construction Consultant Hospital Administrator Financial Crime Analyst Legal Consultant Company Director Economics Consultant Policy Writer Equal Opportunity Officer Workplace Relations Officer Immigration Consultant
+ 21 more
FNS40222

Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
Online
12 months
$3,420
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BAS Agent Investment Consultant Financial Crime Analyst
Senior Financial Analyst Superannuation Adviser Taxation Specialist Senior Accountant Tax Consultant Tax Manager Accounting Clerk Tax Auditor Credit Analyst Tax Adviser Corporate Finance Analyst Corporate Treasurer Investment Banking Analyst Business Services Accountant Company Accountant Trust Accountant Tax Agent Paraplanner Collections Officer Assistant Underwriter Credit Officer Payroll Officer Strata Manager Bank Manager Financial Counsellor Assistant Accountant Financial Controller Accounts Clerk Payroll Clerk Accounts Officer Bookkeeper Accounts Receivable Officer Accounting Manager Financial Assistant Fraud Analyst Forensic Accountant Government Accountant Assistant Broker
+ 38 more
FNS50322

Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management
Online
12 months
$1,197
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Financial Crime Analyst Investment Consultant Corporate Treasurer
Senior Financial Analyst Superannuation Adviser Corporate Finance Analyst Credit Analyst Insurance Specialist Investment Banking Analyst Finance Broker Property Adviser Tax Agent Credit Officer Assistant Underwriter Financial Advisor Mortgage Broker Financial Planner Financial Counsellor Bank Manager Accounting Manager Financial Assistant Fraud Analyst Lending Officer Forensic Accountant Financial Controller Insurance Consultant Superannuation Specialist Small Business Financial Advisor Stockbroker Assistant Broker
+ 27 more
ICT40120

Certificate IV in Information Technology
Online
18 months
$5,184
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automated Tester Service Desk Analyst Systems Tester
Junior Programmer Junior Web Developer IT Support Officer Digital Business Analyst Integration Developer Solutions Analyst Solutions Designer Solutions Consultant Sitecore Developer Salesforce Administrator .NET Developer Applications Engineer IT Specialist Cybercrime Investigator Multimedia Artist Application Support Analyst IT Auditor
+ 17 more
ICT60220

Advanced Diploma of Information Technology
On Campus
78 weeks
$8,940
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
IT Business Analyst Programmer IT Project Manager
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) IT Risk Manager Data Engineer Senior Systems Engineer Service Desk Analyst Systems Administrator IT Manager Test Engineer Enterprise Architect Salesforce Developer Solutions Consultant Mobile Application Developer Sitecore Developer Network Specialist Integration Analyst Integration Developer Software Designer Applications Engineer Systems Designer Computer Systems Engineer AI Specialist Network Analyst Computer Architect Software Development Manager React Developer Digital Transformation Manager Chief Data Officer IT Director
+ 28 more
22603VIC

Certificate IV in Cyber Security
Online
16 months
$2,495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Security Architect Computer Forensic Analyst Security Analyst
Integration Engineer Enterprise Architect Systems Consultant Technical Architect Digital Business Analyst Analyst Programmer Senior Systems Engineer Software Tester Cyber Security Specialist
+ 9 more
ICT50220

Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security)
Online
18 months
$5,999
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Computer Forensic Analyst Security Architect Cyber Security Auditor
Cyber Security Technician Cyber Security Analyst Network Manager Security Analyst Systems Consultant
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Computer Forensic Analyst Security Architect Cyber Security Auditor Cyber Security Technician Cyber Security Analyst Network Manager Security Analyst Systems Consultant + 5 more
ICT50220

Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Networking)
Online
18 months
$5,999
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Network Administrator Cyber Security Specialist Network Manager
Network Designer Network Analyst Fibre Optic Splicer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Network Administrator Cyber Security Specialist Network Manager Network Designer Network Analyst Fibre Optic Splicer + 3 more

Cyber Security Analytics: Transform
Online
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cyber Security Technician Cyber Security Consultant Cyber Security Analyst
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cyber Security Technician Cyber Security Consultant Cyber Security Analyst

Cyber Security Governance, Risk and Compliance Certified Professional Course
Online
4 months
$5,999
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cyber Security Analyst Compliance Analyst Compliance Officer
IT Risk Manager
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cyber Security Analyst Compliance Analyst Compliance Officer IT Risk Manager + 1 more

Certified Cyber Security Professional
Online
6 months
$5,999
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cyber Security Analyst Ethical Hacker
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cyber Security Analyst Ethical Hacker

CompTIA PenTest+ Certified Professional
Online
3 months
$2,499
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Ethical Hacker Cyber Security Analyst Penetration Tester
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Ethical Hacker Cyber Security Analyst Penetration Tester

Professional Certificate of Competency in Advanced TCP/IP-Based Industrial Networking
Online
3 months
$1,581
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Network Engineer Cyber Security Specialist Automation Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Network Engineer Cyber Security Specialist Automation Engineer
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Key questions

What courses are relevant to working in cyber security?

Note these are not the only courses relevant to cyber security. You can browse other cyber security-related courses here. Recruiters also often welcome applicants with degrees in fields related to cyber security such as computer science, information technology, and governance, risk, and compliance.

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Stephen Charlton Industry expert

Do you need a bachelor’s degree to work in cyber security?

You do not need a bachelor’s degree (or above) to work in cyber security. Having a bachelor’s degree or master’s in a field relevant to cyber security would be very helpful when looking for a job, because of the depth of knowledge you can build while learning over a long course. However, such a degree is not a strict requirement.

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Can doing shorter courses help me get work in cyber security?

Shorter courses in cyber security such as diplomas and certificates can help you get a job in the field. Workers who have completed a cyber security-related short course, and who can also demonstrate practical technology work experience, can be highly competitive in the job market.

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How do you get a job in cyber security?

The most direct way to find work in cyber security is to gain a qualification in cyber security or a related field. Recruiters highly value bachelor’s and master’s degrees in cyber security. Shorter courses in cyber security may help you stand out from the pack as well, particularly when you combine the qualification with experience working in a technology role.

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How do I transition from another career to start working in cyber security?

Short courses, bachelor’s and master’s degrees can help you gain the skills required to find work in cyber security. Gaining practical experience working in a technology role can also help you prepare to transition into working in cyber security. One example of such a role would be working in IT support. If you can gain such a technology role in an organisation that values cyber security, then you can use it to demonstrate your worth to the company. Then once you have established yourself in the organisation you could request to be transferred onto the cyber security team. An example of an entry level cyber security role you could try to move laterally towards is information security analyst.

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What career paths are available in cyber security?

Possible career paths in cyber security include working your way up to being a partner in a consulting firm, advisory work or a corporate executive leadership team role. In a corporate role, you could aim to move into the company’s executive leadership team with roles such as chief information security officer or chief information officer. With regard to advisory work, such roles can go beyond technical support and into bigger picture work. Examples of such work can include helping an organisation craft an overall strategy for cyber security and planning for incident response around cyber breaches so that the company and customers are protected. When aiming to advance your career in cyber security, it is beneficial to work in an organisation that values cyber security, is innovative in the field and has depth in the cyber security team, so there is room for career progression in this area.

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How much does a cyber security professional earn in Australia?

The Australian Government organisation Jobs and Skills Australia reports on the median weekly earnings for cyber security professionals on its website, under the category of database and systems administrators and information and communications technology security specialists. As of September, 2024, Jobs and Skills Australia reports that median earnings for someone working full time in this category is as follows:

  • Hourly wage: $59
  • Weekly wage: $2,284
  • Monthly wage: $9,897
  • Annual wage: $118,768
95% of workers in the above category work full time hours, with an average amount of full time hours worked per week of 41 hours. This is contrasted with Australian workers of all occupations, 70% of whom work full time hours, with an average of 44 full time hours per week.

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What are the advantages of a career in cyber security?

One advantage to working in cyber security is the attractive salary package that workers in the field can command. As of September 2024, Jobs and Skills Australia reports that database and systems administrators and information and communications technology security specialists command a median weekly earnings of $2,284, compared to Australian workers of all occupations, who command median weekly earnings of $1,697. This means that the median weekly earnings of database and systems administrators and information and communications technology security specialists is $587 higher than the weekly median for Australian workers overall. Another advantage of becoming a cyber security professional is the satisfaction that comes with working in a highly valuable field. Cyber security professionals protect the data of companies, employees and customers, which is a vitally important role that can be very rewarding. Another pro to working in cyber security is that it is still an emerging and developing field, with lots of room for growth and further advances.

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How will artificial intelligence affect the future of the cyber security industry?

Cyber security and artificial intelligence (AI) are intrinsically linked due to the large data sets required to work with AI, which need to be kept secure, alongside the technology itself. Therefore as AI continues to grow, then the need for cyber security professionals will continue to grow along with it. AI solutions can help businesses make their systems more secure, but they can also pose security risks. Either way, businesses need skilled cyber security professionals to successfully navigate the benefits and risks of AI, and they are going to continue needing them for a long time to come.

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