Cyber Security
NPA Cyber Security
Why Study Cyber Security?
It was revealed at the Digital Skills committee meeting in the House of Lords that in 2017 there will be a global shortage of two million cyber security workers.
This increase of the need for Cyber Security Professionals is due to our reliance on devices connected to the Internet. Stephanie Doman CEO of the Cyber Security Challenge said ‘if you look at our lifestyle these days everything we do is based on something connected to the internet’. Citing Internet Banking, Shopping and Tax.
Why Study Cyber Security?
It was revealed at the Digital Skills committee meeting in the House of Lords that in 2017 there will be a global shortage of two million cyber security workers.
This increase of the need for Cyber Security Professionals is due to our reliance on devices connected to the Internet. Stephanie Doman CEO of the Cyber Security Challenge said ‘if you look at our lifestyle these days everything we do is based on something connected to the internet’. Citing Internet Banking, Shopping and Tax.
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The National Units within the award are designed to incorporate the three main areas of cyber security.
These are:
These are:
- Data Security
- Digital Forensics
- Ethical Hacking
This focus stems from the recognition that cyber security is essential for the success of the virtual economy, education and community and acknowledges the idea that developing the capability to understand the fundamental tools and techniques of Data Security, Digital forensics and Ethical Hacking is important in ensuring that learners are aware of their responsibilities within these virtual communities.
More info on the SQA Cyber Security page: https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/74738.html
More info on the SQA Cyber Security page: https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/74738.html
