ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Cyber Security Incident Response)
Become a skilled and trusted professional in a fast-growing industry!
In a world where cyber-attacks are increasing, now is the time to gain in demand skills that can form the foundation for a career and a job of the future in cyber security. After completing the Certificate IV in Information Technology (Cyber Security Incident Response) you will be an attractive applicant for in-demand IT roles such as cyber security officer.
This course is fee free* for residents of Western Australia.
Some eligibility conditions apply for the fee free training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs for more information.
*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the fee free training.
Overview
Campus Geraldton
When Semester 1, 2026
Study Mode On campus
Duration 1 Year
Become a skilled and trusted professional in a fast-growing industry!
In a world where cyber-attacks are increasing, now is the time to gain in demand skills that can form the foundation for a career and a job of the future in cyber security. After completing the Certificate IV in Information Technology (Cyber Security Incident Response) you will be an attractive applicant for in-demand IT roles such as cyber security officer.
Training Outcomes
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who are job ready and competent in a wide range of information and communications technology (ICT) where they are required to respond to complex cyber security risks in organisations in information and communications technology (ICT) environments.
The skills required for these roles may include, but are not restricted to:
- Understanding how the business can be compromised (email attacks, cyber criminals, threats, impersonation tactics)
- Ransomware as a service (RaaS)
- Working remotely due to COVID 19 – crisis management plans with remote working from home
- Fileless attacks – malicious software that uses legitimate programs to infect your computer (viral threats, infected files) using strategies to block these attacks
- Mobile threats
- Cloud services compromised - guessing passwords (emails and systems)
- Collaboration platforms as new attack vectors – (Zoom, teams, Google drive, MS One Drive and Teams)
- The internet of things – continuously connected both at work and home (web-connected devices range from laptops, smartphones, smart watches, smart locks, personal assistance
- Application programming interface (API) vulnerabilities and breaches – security readiness
- Distributed denial of service (DDos) Attacks
- Programming in python and understanding organisational polices and processes for cyber security
Classroom based:
This course will suit you if you prefer to study in a classroom and group environment with more readily available lecturer access, and want to learn cybersecurity
The electives for this version of the course have been chosen to develop broad cybersecurity knowledge and development skills from introductory to intermediate and to provide guidance into which area of Cybersecurity you may wish to continue study. No prior knowledge of cybersecurity is required.
You will need to:
- Be able to work independently.
- Be able to download and install software from the Internet
- Be able to communicate via online methods such as email and chat
- Be technically minded
- Be able to apply analytical and problem-solving skills
- Have good attention to detail and creative thinking
- Have sound written and oral communication skills
- Be able to follow instructions, work health and safety procedures
Self paced external:
This course will suit you if you need to be flexible with your study time and want to learn cybersecurity skills and knowledge.
The electives for this version of the course have been chosen to develop cybersecurity knowledge and development skills from introductory to intermediate, and to provide guidance into which area of Cybersecurity you may wish to continue study. No prior knowledge of cybersecurity is required.
- You will need to:
- Be able to work independently.
- Be able to download and install software from the Internet
- Be able to communicate via online methods such as email and chat
- Be technically minded
- Be able to apply analytical and problem-solving skills
- Have good attention to detail and creative thinking
- Have sound written and oral communication skills
- Be able to follow instructions, work health and safety procedures
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2026
Details
Course fees
Units and fees
To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete twenty (20) units of competence, comprising seven (7) core and thirteen (13) elective units selected from the options provided below.
For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Resource |
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| BSBCRT404 Apply advanced critical thinking to work processes | $0.00 | $2.76 |
| BSBXCS404 Contribute to cyber security risk management | $0.00 | $1.61 |
| ICTICT426 Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices | $0.00 | $2.76 |
| ICTICT443 Work collaboratively in the ICT industry | $0.00 | $1.61 |
| ICTICT451 Comply with IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments | $0.00 | $2.76 |
| ICTPRG302 Apply introductory programming techniques | $0.00 | $2.76 |
| ICTSAS432 Identify and resolve client ICT problems | $0.00 | $1.61 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General | Resource |
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$0.00 | $2.76 |
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$0.00 | $1.61 |
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$0.00 | $1.61 |
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$0.00 | $2.76 |
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$0.00 | $2.76 |
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$0.00 | $1.61 |
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$0.00 | $1.61 |
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$0.00 | $2.76 |
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$0.00 | $1.61 |
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$0.00 | $3.87 |
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$0.00 | $1.61 |
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$0.00 | $4.91 |
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$0.00 | $3.87 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees only. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2025, students born on or after 1 July 2007 who are at least 15 years old in 2025) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
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