ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology
(Cyber Security & Cloud Engineering)

EQC Institute offers Cyber Security training in NSW as a fee-free traineeship, where you will learn the practical art of Cyber Security and real world tools such as Social Engineering, Phishing, Scams, Hacking, Pen Testing and more.

Course Description

The ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security & Cloud Engineering) is a nationally recognised cyber security course that immerses you in the dynamic field of digital protection. You can begin this cyber security course with no prior experience and you’ll learn essential cyber security skills.

Fee-Free NSW Traineeship

For eligible trainees the usual NSW traineeship fee total of $14,000 is reduced to $0.00. Training in the ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology is deemed by the NSW Government to be training in a priority qualification, so as a traineeship it is fee-free and fully funded by the NSW and Commonwealth governments (commencement in 2026, eligible students only).

Your eligibility for fee-free traineeship training is subject to meeting conditions set by the NSW Government and the College. See the NSW Traineeship Information below for eligibility and the traineeship process.

NSW Traineeship Fee Total: $14,000
Traineeship Student Fee: $0.00 (eligible students)

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Practical Tools

Course Subjects

S01: Fundamentals of Cyber Security
S02: Cyber Security Application
S03: Cloud Security & Cloud Computing
S04: Network Security & Hardware
S05: Cyber Investigations
S06: Cyber Security Business Application

Core Topics

Mind of the Criminal
Phishing
Social Engineering
Cyber Security Tools:Practically learn Cloudflare, AWS, Kali Linux, Wireshark, Cisco Packet Tracer, Virtual Machines, Nessus, NMap and more.
Penetration Testing
Firewalls & DDoS
VPN (Virtual Private Networks)
Malware Prevention
Hardware and Wifi
Feasibility Reports

Entry Requirements

To enter this qualification you must:

Have minimum level of English and Numeracy Skills required
Demonstrate study capacity
Complete application form to be reviewed by entry team

Course Details

Subjects

Delivery

100% online

Study Type

Course Coach

Optional Classes

Online Lectures

Enrolment Period End

31st October 2026

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Fee and Payment Options

Fee-Free NSW Traineeship

Eligible trainees pay $0.00. Training in this priority qualification is fee-free and fully funded by the NSW and Commonwealth governments. Check your eligibility on this page or speak to the team.

Learn While You Earn

Complete your Diploma as a traineeship with your employer. We support you and your employer through every step, including setting up the training contract with an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network (AASN) provider.

Payment Plan – Fee for Service

Want to pay your fees directly? EQC Institute offers a payment plan, so you only pay as you go for the education you're enrolled in. Study, progress and succeed.

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NSW Traineeship Information

EQC Institute delivers the ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology as a fee-free NSW Traineeship. Training in this qualification is deemed by the NSW Government to be training in a priority qualification. As a traineeship it is fee-free and fully funded by the NSW and Commonwealth governments, for enrolment and commencement before 31st December 2026.

What is a new entrant traineeship?
Smart & Skilled funding is only available for new entrant traineeships in NSW. A new entrant has been employed by their traineeship employer for less than 3 months full time (or full-time equivalent part-time or casual); less than 12 months as a part-time or part-time equivalent casual employee; or less than 12 months in a combination of part-time, casual and full-time (or equivalent).

Traineeship Course Fees

Eligible trainees pay $0.00 (usual NSW traineeship fee total $14,000) for traineeships commencing in 2026.
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‍Click here to see if you're eligible.
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Your eligibility for fee-free traineeship training is subject to meeting conditions set by the NSW Government and the College.

Eligibility Requirements‍
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To be eligible for a fee-free NSW traineeship you must:
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i. Be a new entrant trainee (see “What is a new entrant traineeship?” above);
ii. Be at least 18 years old at enrolment. All EQC students must be at least 18 years old, for online and on-campus study. No under-18 enrolments are accepted;
iii. No longer be at school;
iv. Live or work in NSW;
v. Be an Australian citizen, Permanent Resident, humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen.

Traineeship Process

The traineeship onboarding process is simple and we will support you through all the steps:
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Step 1. Speak with us and discuss course options and potential.
Step 2. Workplace and employee (trainee) speak to discuss traineeship potential.
Step 3. Set up a training contract with an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network (AASN) provider. The contract is between the employer, the trainee and the AASN – we will support you with this.
Step 4. We set up a training plan, which reflects what has been agreed in the contract, and is approved and signed by the employer, the trainee and us. The training plan is sent to the AASN for registration.
Step 5. Commence employment and your learning course with us.

Funding Availability

EQC Institute always uses its best endeavours to ensure our website is up to date. However, as Government funding requirements and availability can be changed at any time, we cannot guarantee that the course listed as qualifying for government subsidies on our website will have subsidised places available at the time of your inquiry. Please check availability and eligibility criteria with our team on 1800 338 883.

What does fee-free mean?

If you are eligible for a fee-free NSW traineeship, your course fees are fully funded by the NSW and Commonwealth governments, so the traineeship student fee is $0.00. Our friendly team will assist you to determine your eligibility, work with your employer and complete your enrolment as simply as possible.
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Real Cyber Security Industry Demand

3700+

Active job listings Australia wide according to SEEK.com 28/6/2026 for "Cyber Security"

$95k-$115k

Average annual salary for an entry level Cyber Security role. Top level role annual salaries ranging up to $350k.

58%

Over half of Australian organisations report unfilled Cyber Security roles.
Source: e2 Cyber, 2026

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New South Wales

Studying cyber security in Sydney, Newcastle and across NSW

This cyber security traineeship is delivered fully online, so you can complete it from Sydney, Newcastle or anywhere in NSW while you work. You need to be 18 or older and no longer at school, and you don't need any earlier qualification to enrol.

Fee-free NSW traineeships, in plain English

Training in the ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology is deemed by the NSW Government to be training in a priority qualification. As a traineeship, it is fee-free and fully funded by the NSW and Commonwealth governments for eligible students commencing in 2026.

You train with your employer. You complete your Diploma as a traineeship with your employer, and we support you both through every step, including setting up the training contract with an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network (AASN) provider.
Eligibility applies. Fee-free traineeship training depends on meeting conditions set by the NSW Government and the College.

Not doing a traineeship?

You can study the same diploma online at the national course fee of $5,230 (fee for service), with VET Student Loans for eligible students.

Cyber security course in NSW ›

Visit EQC in North Sydney or Newcastle

The course runs online, and you can still talk to our team in person. Contact us first to book a time.

EQC Sydney: Suite 2.01, Level 2, 15 Blue Street, North Sydney NSW 2060, in the building above North Sydney train station.
EQC Newcastle: Level 1, 62–74 Brunker Road, Broadmeadow NSW 2292, about a 10 minute walk from Broadmeadow Railway Station.

EQC Sydney campus ›EQC Newcastle campus ›

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University Pathways

EQC Institute's ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology may be recognised for credit towards some university Bachelor programs. Each university assesses your application and decides the credit or entry it offers, so credit and Year 2 entry are not guaranteed. Click here for more information

Terms and conditions may apply at the relevant university and how to inquire with each university is listed below. Contact us for more information.

Curtin
University

Credit towards eligible Bachelor programs may be available, subject to Curtin's assessment of your application.

Edith Cowan
University

Up to 1 year of credit (120 credit points) towards eligible Bachelor courses, subject to ECU's assessment of your application.

Griffith
University

Assessed case by case by Griffith University. We will support you with your application.

Course Breakdown

6 Subjects

Cyber Course FAQ's

What are the course subjects?

S01. Fundamentals of Cyber Security
S02. Cyber Security Application
S03. Cloud Security (Cloud Computing & Security)
S04. Network Security & Hardware
S05. Cyber Investigations
S06. Cyber Security Business Application
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*All components of this course focus on real-world contexts and practical client scenarios*

What are the units?

We’ve made your units very easy to study by grouping them under subjects, so you have less doubling up and your study is more efficient and meaningful.

CORE UNITS
BSBCRT512 Originate and develop concepts
BSBXCS402 Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practices
BSBXTW401 Lead and facilitate a team
ICTICT532 Apply IP, ethics and privacy in ICT environments
ICTSAS527 Manage client problems
ICTICT517 Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisation
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ELECTIVE UNITS
ICTCYS613 Utilise design methodologies for security architecture
ICTSAS524 Develop, implement and evaluate an incident response plan
ICTSAS526 Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans
ICTCLD505 Implement cloud infrastructure with code
ICTCLD506 Implement virtual network in cloud environments
ICTCLD507 Build and deploy resources on cloud platforms
ICTCLD508 Manage infrastructure in cloud environments
ICTICT426 Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices
ICTICT427 Identify, evaluate and apply current industry-specific technologies to meet organisational needs
ICTCLD512 Respond to cloud security incidents
ICTNWK546 Manage network security
ICTICT424 Address cyber security requirements
ICTCYS407 Gather, analyse and interpret threat data
ICTCYS610 Protect critical infrastructure for organisations
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What kind of work could I do when I graduate?

On completion of the ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security & Cloud Engineering), you will be equipped with a diverse set of highly sought-after skills. As cyber threats grow in scale and sophistication, every industry is urgently seeking professionals who can protect their systems, data, and people.

Industries hiring Cyber Security professionals right now:

Finance & Insurance: detecting fraudulent transactions, encrypting sensitive payment data, and enforcing enterprise-wide security policies
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Healthcare: protecting patient records, securing health wearable APIs, and conducting breach forensics investigations
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Retail & E-Commerce: implementing transaction authentication, defending against phishing attacks, and deploying anti-malware solutions
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Telecommunications: securing 5G infrastructure, applying cryptographic network protocols, and monitoring for intrusions across large-scale networks
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Manufacturing: locking down IoT device networks, implementing intrusion detection systems, and fortifying supply chain data pipelines
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Web & Software Development: conducting application vulnerability testing, performing security code audits, and patching exploitable weaknesses before deployment
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Data & Cloud Hosting: architecting secure cloud environments, executing penetration tests, and leading incident response when breaches occur
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Education: securing e-learning platforms, managing user access controls, and performing vulnerability assessments across institutional networks
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Gaming & Entertainment: hardening game servers against attacks, implementing robust authentication protocols, and monitoring platforms in real time
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Government & Defence: safeguarding critical national infrastructure, responding to state-level cyber threats, and enforcing compliance across sensitive systems

Are there any entry requirements?

There are no prior qualifications required before entering this Diploma.
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As part of assessing your suitability to study the course, the College will be required to assess your LLND (Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital literacy), academic suitability and study load capacity. The College reserves the right to cancel an enrolment application if the suitability requirements are not achieved.

Cyber Security Course NSW Traineeship

ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology
(Cyber Security & Cloud Engineering)

EQC Institute offers Cyber Security training in NSW as a fee-free traineeship, where you will learn the practical art of Cyber Security and real world tools such as Social Engineering, Phishing, Scams, Hacking, Pen Testing and more.