Certificate in Web Penetration Testing and Assurance

Design and develop secure systems as well as assess them for vulnerabilities, security maturity and perform sought after web penetration testing. Eligible for Tech Industry Alliance Skillnet funding.

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Course Overview

September Semester

Module 1

Secure Software Development

 

January Semester

Module 1

Security Assurance

Module 2

Security Web Penetration Testing

 

 

 

Duration
Course Level
Course Credit
Qualification
Course Contact
Fees
9 Months
9
15
Special Purpose Award
Dr. Anila Mjeda
EU €2,100/ Non EU €3,000
80% subsidy available for EU students.

Programme Descriptor

Current high profile cyber security breaches are expected to drive demand for cyber security specialists in the next few months and this programme is targeted at roles to provide organisations with skilled individuals who can help prevent such attacks.

This pathway is designed to especially facilitate learners to transition into cybersecurity roles from developer backgrounds.

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Is This Course For Me?

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Yes, it is a fully online part-time course.

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This course is for experienced software developers to enhance their skills with the knowledge to develop secure software. Ideally candidates will poess an honours degree in computing or in a cognate area (STEM). Candidates who do not hold a computing degree and are currently working in the IT sector may be considered based on relevant academic qualifications or extensive work experience.

Is This Course For Me?

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Yes, it is a fully online part-time course.

See our all available funding options here.

This course is ideal for ICT professionals or graduates with an honours degree in computing or in a cognate area (STEM) who wish to develop a career as a cybersecurity professional in a technical role. This is a highly technical course requiring basic networking knowledge to ensure success. Candidates who do not hold a computing degree and are currently working in the IT sector may be considered based on relevant academic qualifications or extensive work experience.

Career Opportunities

Secure Software Assessor

Avg. Salary
€85,000 - €95,000 p/year

Analyses the security of new or existing computer applications, software, or specialized utility programs and provides actionable results.

Software Developer

Avg. Salary
€35,000 - €70,000 p/year

Responsible for designing, coding, and testing software applications. They work closely with clients, stakeholders, and other team members to gather requirements, develop solutions, and ensure the functionality and performance of the software.

Vulnerability Assessment Analyst

Avg. Salary
€40,000 - €55,000 p/year

Performs assessments of systems and networks within the network environment or enclave and identifies where those systems/networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy. Measures effectiveness of defense-in-depth architecture against known vulnerabilities.

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