Undergraduate Certificate in Information Assurance and Security Management

The undergraduate certificate in Information Assurance and Security Management prepares students for a wide range of roles in the UK's thriving cybersecurity job market. With a focus on hands-on learning and real-world applications, our programme equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in this rapidly growing field. Here are some of the roles that our graduates are well-prepared for: * **Network Administrator**: Network administrators are responsible for managing an organization's network infrastructure. This includes installing and configuring network hardware, monitoring network performance, and ensuring network security. * **Security Analyst**: Security analysts are responsible for identifying and mitigating cyber threats to an organization's information systems. This includes monitoring network traffic, conducting vulnerability assessments, and developing security protocols. * **IT Manager**: IT managers are responsible for overseeing an organization's information technology operations. This includes managing staff, developing IT strategies, and ensuring the security and reliability of the organization's information systems. * **Security Engineer**: Security engineers are responsible for designing and implementing secure information systems. This includes developing security protocols, configuring firewalls and intrusion detection systems, and conducting security audits. * **Systems Analyst**: Systems analysts are responsible for evaluating an organization's information systems and recommending improvements. This includes analyzing business needs, designing new systems, and implementing system upgrades. * **Data Security Administrator**: Data security administrators are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of an organization's data. This includes developing data security policies, implementing access controls, and monitoring data usage. According to recent data from the UK government's Cyber Security Skills Strategy, there is a significant demand for cybersecurity professionals in the UK. The chart above shows the percentage of job openings for the roles listed above, based on data from job posting sites. As you can see, network administrators and security analysts are the most in-demand roles, followed by IT managers, security engineers, systems analysts, and data security administrators. Salaries for these roles vary depending on factors such as location, experience, and employer. However, according to data from the National Careers Service, the average salary for a network administrator in the UK is around £35,000 per year, while the average salary for a security analyst is around £40,000 per year. IT managers, security engineers, systems analysts, and data security administrators can expect to earn even more, with average salaries ranging from £45,000 to £60,000 per year. Overall, the undergraduate certificate in Information Assurance and Security Management provides students with a strong foundation in the principles and practices of cybersecurity, preparing them for a wide range of rewarding and well-paid roles in the UK's thriving cybersecurity job market.