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Cyber Security & Information Governance

Become a certification ready cyber security professional. Build the technical foundation, governance know how and real placement experience needed to step into one of the UK's fastest growing fields.

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Programme overview

The Cyber Security & Information Governance Programme prepares you for roles such as Cyber Security Analyst, Information Security Assistant or Governance, Risk & Compliance Associate. The core training is a CPD accredited course that maps to every domain of the CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) syllabus — network security, risk management, incident response, cryptography and data protection. You then complete a guaranteed remote work placement, applying everything you have learned to real security and compliance tasks under the wing of an experienced mentor.

Duration
16 weeks total
Credential
CompTIA Security+ aligned, CPD accredited
Training
4 weeks self study, tutor supported
Placement
12 week placement, guaranteed
Cyber Security & Information Governance Programme
What You Will Gain

The outcomes built into the programme

Comprehensive cyber security training in information security, governance, risk and compliance

Security+ aligned curriculum covering every domain of the CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) exam

Real world work experience on a 12 week remote placement with an InfoSec or compliance mentor

A professional portfolio of security policies, risk registers and incident reports

Personalised feedback, LinkedIn optimisation and job search support

Programme Features

What is included

12 week work placement

Hands on experience in security governance, risk analysis and policy implementation with a UK based InfoSec professional or compliance consultant.

Flexible online learning

Study remotely at your own pace with structured, tutor guided lessons and assignments.

Industry ready frameworks

ISO 27001, NIST, UK GDPR, SIEM basics and risk management — the tooling used in real security roles.

Practical assignments

Policy writing, vendor risk assessments and incident response simulations modelled on real work.

Exam readiness

Build the theoretical foundation required to confidently sit the CompTIA Security+ exam if you choose to.

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Who Is This Programme For?

Designed for these learners

  • Aspiring Security Analysts, GRC Associates or Compliance Officers
  • Graduates and career changers entering a high demand field
  • IT, networking or support professionals specialising in security
  • Business, law or finance graduates moving into compliance work
  • Anyone targeting remote roles in security or data protection
Requirements

What you need to take part

  • No prior experience required — designed for beginners and intermediate learners
  • Basic computer literacy — comfortable with a laptop, the web and managing documents
  • Analytical, curious mindset with attention to detail
  • Access to a laptop or desktop computer
  • Commitment to complete the 16 week training and placement programme
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