Cyber Security Program

The Cyber Security Program is designed for IT and non-IT professionals who are interested in transitioning their careers into Cyber Security. The program includes practical training, industry award and job placement support to help professionals secure a job in the cyber security industry.

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Overview

The Cyber Security Program can be taken in either 24 weeks part time or 12 weeks full time and is designed for career-driven professionals to transition into the cyber security industry. The program includes pre-work, intensive practical training, industry award and a job outcomes program in collaboration with industry partners. The course content has been tailored to give you the skills that are demanded by businesses in today’s rapidly evolving job market.

Hybrid learning is available for this program. This interactive format enabled by video conferencing technology, is a rich and connected experience featuring virtual break-out rooms, shared screens, digital whiteboards, peer to peer collaboration and instructor support.

THE DEMAND FOR TECH TALENT

With cybercrime rapidly increasing so is the demand for trained cyber professionals.

The opportunity is massive in Singapore and around the world.

Singapore is expected to catch up to the US tech market in the next 3 years with the Singaporean cyber security salary average surging. Answer the growing cyber security skills gap and you could be earning up to SGD 160k.

 

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The Institute of Data

Welcome to the Cyber Security Program, delivered by the Institute of Data (IOD) and supported by SkillsFuture and the IMDA. 

Learn in-demand skills to protect and secure businesses and government with education from the best cyber industry trainers.

The Cyber Security Program is a structured training course designed to help you develop the practical skills you will need, allowing you to progress into roles such as a Cyber Security Analyst, Penetration Tester or SOC (Security Operations Consultant). After completing the program, you will receive a Cyber Security Certificate of Completion from the Institute of Data.

Hundreds of professionals choose the Institute of Data every year to prepare them for their future career after careful consideration of their desired career progression and to attain maximum return on investment for their education. Leading the future of the profession, the Institute of Data offers a collaborative and successful program, driven to ensure you have the best start to your career.

What is Practical Cyber Security Training?

Practical cyber security training is an essential requirement to practice as a cyber security professional. Learn from industry experts on how to defend from cyber-attacks and develop business solutions for businesses and government organisations including consulting techniques and simulating commercial projects. This means you will be ready to work as a cyber security professional.

Industry training by

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Industry training is provided by the Institute of Data, who transform careers and companies for a data-driven world. We focus on accelerated workforce training for the industries of the future, namely cyber security, big data, artificial intelligence and the digital economy. We train professionals to build careers in these industries through our professional education programs and industry networks.

Cyber Security Program

The next program starts

24 February 2025 (Full-time)

25 February 2025 (Part-time)

With the practical training program you will...

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Be ready to practice cyber security

The program is designed to prepare students for real commercial work in the area of cyber security. It is focused on practical in-class training, labs and real-life projects.

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Receive the best training and the latest curriculum

The program trainers are actively working in the industry and will teach you how to practice cyber security in the real world. The curriculum is developed by the Institute of Data's Academic Committee with decades of experience working in cyber security.

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Be more attractive to employers

The program results in a Institute of Data Cyber Security Certificate of Completion which signals to employers that you are ready to join the industry. Your resume and profile will be reviewed by your Job Outcomes team to give you the best possible chance of success.

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Get more support and guidance

Join a valuable industry network with peers and mentors from your cohort. Our dedicated career coaches will guide you on how to effectively connect with employers through targeted industry engagement, job applications, and by participating in industry networking events.

Program structure

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Pre-work

Students complete curated pre-work as an interactive online learning experience designed to prepare every student with the required skills and knowledge to complete all coursework and training.

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Hybrid Training

Students undertake a professional hybrid (in-person and remote) course from a team of expert industry trainers from leading consultancies and enterprises to acquire the most sought-after practical training in the country. 

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Job outcomes

You will undergo a Job Outcomes Program through which will help position you for the best chance of a new job opportunity and/or internal promotion. Land a job in one of the most sought after fields in tech with the guidance of professional career coaches and access to our hiring network.

INSTITUTE OF DATA
CPE registration number: 201908157C
Period of registration of PEI: 7 May 2024 to 6 May 2028