Vulnerability Analysis

Pathway

Microcredential

80% funding available

Duration

1 Semester

Qualification

Micro-credential

NFQ Level

Level 9, 5 credits

Delivery

Online

Start Date

Starts September

Applications Close

14/09/2025

Overview

Entry Requirements

Fees and Funding

Course Contact

Course Overview

A vulnerability assessment analyst performs assessments of systems and networks within the network environment and identifies where those systems/networks deviate from acceptable configurations. This module will provide the learner with the necessary knowledge and tools to find and understand vulnerabilities before attackers can exploit them and to use appropriate tools and resources. On completion, the learner will be able to conduct assessments of threats and vulnerabilities, determine deviations from acceptable configurations, assess the level of risk and develop and/or recommend appropriate mitigation countermeasures.

Modules

Security Penetration Testing & Analysis

HDip in Cyber Security Operations

Module Descriptor

Vulnerability Analysis Descriptor

Fees and Funding

EU €800/Non-EU €1,000
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Entry Requirements

Please refer to the associated pathway for information on entry requirements

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Course Lecturer

Lecturer: Dr. Abdullah Bin Masood

Department: Computer Science at

Career Opportunities

Security Architect

Avg. Salary

€64,000 - €92,000 p/year

Ensures that the stakeholder security requirements necessary to protect the organization’s mission and business processes are adequately addressed in all aspects of enterprise architecture including reference models, segment and solution architectures, and the resulting systems supporting those missions and business processes.

Systems Administrator

Avg. Salary

€48,000 - €80,000 p/year

Responsible for setting up and maintaining a system or specific components of a system (e.g. for example, installing, configuring, and updating hardware and software; establishing and managing user accounts; overseeing or conducting backup and recovery tasks; implementing operational and technical security controls; and adhering to organizational security policies and procedures).