Cyber Security Courses Western Australia

ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology
(Cyber Security & Business Analysis)

In this Cyber Security Course you will learn the practical art of Cyber Security and be able to use this in real-world application of business. This is an official nationally recognised and Government accredited qualification with a double specialisation including Cyber Security and Business Analysis.

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Course fee: $8,900 Subsidies available for WA Residents
Eligible students will pay $0 in course fees in 2026
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Study Method: Trainer-Led Online Classes
Enrolment Period: Closes 15th of April 2026
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The Department of Training and Workplace Development have completely subsidised the IT course fee cost through their Jobs and Skills WA program. Eligible Western Australian residents may enrol into the ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology course through the Priority Industry Training Fee-Free program, and the Participation – Work Readiness Program. Both programs are an initiative of the Western Australia Government.

Course Description

The ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security) is an Australian 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 learn in a practical, industry focused way, that gets you ready to start working in the industry.

You’ll learn essential cyber security skills, such as countering phishing threats and securing network systems, to safeguard critical digital infrastructure.
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Subjects:
S01. Fundamentals of Cyber Security
S02. Cyber Security Application
S03. Cyber Security Management
S04. Cloud Security
S05. IP and Ethical Practice
S06. Cyber Security Business Application
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*All components of this course focus on real-world contexts and practical client scenarios*
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Core Topics:

Introduction to the Cyber Security Industry: You’ll gain core and invaluable skills in navigating the cyber security field, acquiring knowledge of professional roles, industry benchmarks, and cutting-edge trends to launch your career.
Mind of the Criminal: You’ll learn to think like a cyber criminal, studying their strategies and motivations to predict attacks, enhance protections, and outwit digital adversaries.
Phishing: You’ll gain key skills in the art of detecting phishing attempts, learning to scrutinize suspicious emails, secure user credentials, and deploy anti-phishing measures to shield organizations.
Social Engineering: You’ll hone skills to counter manipulative ploys like pretexting, developing techniques to identify psychological tricks, craft training programs, and bolster human defenses.
Cyber Security Tools: Practically learn Cloudflare, AWS, Kali Linux, Wireshark, Cisco Packet Tracer, Virtual Machines, Nessus, NMap and more.
Penetration Testing: You’ll study ethical hacking, learning to simulate cyber attacks, uncover system vulnerabilities, and propose robust defenses to strengthen security.
Firewalls & DDoS: You’ll gain skills in firewall management, developing skills to configure traffic filters, block unauthorized access, and monitor threats dynamically.
VPN (Virtual Private Networks): You’ll learn to deploy secure VPNs, acquiring techniques to encrypt data flows, protect remote connections, and ensure network confidentiality.
Malware Prevention: You’ll learn how to check if your computer has malware and then how to remove and protect against it
Hardware and Wifi: Learn how to set up a basic Wifi system and about Cyber Security Hardware like servers and networking tools.
Feasibility Reports: You’ll develop analytical skills to evaluate security solutions, learning to assess risks, estimate costs, and draft strategic reports for decision-making.

Government Subsidy WA

Course fees:
The course fee is the fee you pay as the student. If you meet the eligibility criteria, the course fee is completely subsidised by the WA Government under the Priority Industry Training, or Participation Work Readiness, Fee Free Program. If you enrol in the Fee Free Program on or before 31 December 2026, you are entitled to a fee-free arrangement each year over the entire duration of your course.
_‍_{*The Student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment and WA Government requirements. Additional fees may apply such as Student service and resource fees.}

Eligibility criteria for WA Government funding:
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To be eligible for WA Government funding for this course, you must:
o  Reside in the Western Australia; and
o  Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident of Australia; or an eligible visa holder, as outlined below; and
o Not have an active apprenticeship/traineeship contract registered on WAAMS.

Eligible visas include the following sub classes:
o  Holders of a sub-class 300, 309, 444, 445, 461, 785, 790 or 820 visa;
o Secondary holders of a temporary visa of sub-class 188, 457, 482,489, 491 or 494 visa;
o  Holders of a Bridging Visa E (sub-classes 050 and 051) where the visa holder has made a valid application for a visa of sub-class 785 or 790;
o  Ukraine citizens who are holders of a visa sub-class 449 or 786;
o  Afghan citizens who are holders of a visa sub-class 449; and
o  Holders of a bridging visa who are eligible to work and who have made a valid application for a subclass 866.

Additional program specific eligibility criteria:
‍O Priority Industry Training: qualify as an Existing Worker (working 20 hours or more per week)
O Participation – Work Readiness: qualify as a Job Seeker (unemployed or working less than 20 hours per week)

Priority Industry Training Program
‍The Priority Industry Training Program operates under Jobs & Skills WA. Under this program, Equinim College is approved to offer funding to eligible Existing Workers in Western Australia.

Participation – Work Readiness Program
The Participation – Work Readiness Program operates under Jobs & Skills WA.Under this program, Equinim College is approved to offer funding to eligible Job Seekers in Western Australia.
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 or at info@equinimcollege.com.

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Careers in Cyber Security:
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Cyber Security is not just an industry, It is a foundation that the world of today is built upon. No longer are these skills specialised, they affect the everyday life of every person and the need for people who understand this new foundation is massive.

Information Technology and Cyber Security affect every business, every industry, every life on this planet. Once you learn the skills the career and life options are endless. Welcome to the building blocks of the future.

Searches from Seek show in Australia (as of 05/01/26):
Over 1,314 jobs advertised for - Cyber Security
Over 1,293 jobs advertised for - Cyber Security Analyst
Over 1,414 jobs advertised for - Information Technology Business Analyst

‍This is in addition to:
Over 2,080 jobs advertised for - Information Technology

The average annual salary for Cyber Security Analyst jobs in Australia ranges from $105,000 to $125,000 according to Seek 2026.

What are the course subjects?

There are 6 subjects in the ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology

S01. Fundamentals of Cyber Security
S02. Cyber Security Application
S03. Cyber Security Management
S04. Cloud Security
S05. IP and Ethical Practice
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
ICTSAD508 Develop technical requirements for business solutions
ICTICT426 Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices
ICTICT427 Identify, evaluate and apply current industry-specific technologies to meet organisational needs
ICTCYS407 Gather, analyse and interpret threat data
ICTNWK546 Manage network security
ICTICT424 Address cyber security requirements
ICTSAS502 Establish and maintain client user liaison
ICTCYS610 Protect critical infrastructure for organisations
ICTCYS613 Utilise design methodologies for security architecture
ICTSAD509 Produce ICT feasibility reports
ICTDBS605 Develop knowledge management strategies
ICTSAS526 Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans
ICTSAS524 Develop, implement and evaluate an incident response plan
ICTSAD507 Design and implement quality assurance processes for business solutions

What kind of work could I do when I graduate?

Australia’s tech industry offers boundless opportunities for ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security & Business Analysis) graduates! Imagine working in dynamic fields like:

Cyber Security: Crafting advanced threat detection systems, conducting ethical hacking to test defenses, and developing security policies to fortify enterprise networks.

Finance & Insurance: Developing robust encryption for payment systems, monitoring real-time transaction data for anomalies, and implementing anti-fraud measures to protect financial integrity.

Education: Securing e-learning platforms against cyber threats, configuring access controls for virtual classrooms, and conducting vulnerability assessments to ensure safe digital education.
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‍Manufacturing: Protecting IoT-enabled production systems from cyber attacks, analyzing network traffic for intrusion detection, and deploying firewalls to secure supply chain operations.
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‍Telecommunications: Hardening network infrastructures with secure APIs, monitoring 5G systems for threats, and implementing cryptographic protocols for reliable global connectivity.
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‍Data Processing and Hosting: Managing secure cloud environments, performing penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities, and developing incident response plans to maintain data integrity.

Web and Software Development: Mitigating web application vulnerabilities, securing backend APIs, and conducting security audits to protect software ecosystems.

Programming and Analytics: Analyzing security data to detect threat patterns, developing automated threat detection scripts, and optimizing secure database configurations for analytics platforms.
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‍Healthcare: Safeguarding patient data with encryption frameworks, securing APIs for health wearables, and performing forensic analysis to trace medical data breaches.

Gaming and Entertainment: Securing multiplayer game servers against cyber threats, implementing authentication protocols for streaming platforms, and monitoring real-time systems for unauthorized access.

Retail and E-Commerce: Protecting online transactions with secure authentication, analyzing phishing attempts targeting customers, and deploying anti-malware solutions for e-commerce platforms.

And many more!

Picture yourself mastering the foundation of cybersecurity—detecting threats and defending against them—across endless industries. Because what industry isn’t affected by cyber attacks? Your built skills from this cyber security course drive innovation, strengthen digital trust, and shape a safer future, positioning you at the forefront of the evolving tech landscape.

What are the education entry requirements?

There are no prior qualifications required before entering this Diploma.

As part of assessing your suitability to study the course, the College will be required to assess your LLND, academic suitability and study load capacity. The College reserves the right to cancel an enrolment application if the suitability requirements are not achieved.

Course Details:

Subjects

Delivery

100% Online + Course Coach

Course Fee

Fee Free* Eligible Students

Enrolment Period

Closes 15th of April 2026