Level 3 Diploma in Cyber Security
Level 3 Diploma in Cyber Security (Wales)
The Agored Cymru Level 3 Diploma in Cyber Security is a work-based technical qualification designed to develop the professional competencies required to identify and mitigate threats to information systems. This qualification equips learners with the practical skills needed to operate as Junior Cyber Security Analysts within a modern digital landscape.
The curriculum focuses on protecting organisational data, maintaining secure operations, and ensuring compliance with legal and professional frameworks.
Core Learning Outcomes
The qualification is built around four key technical domains:
- Security Monitoring: Learn to monitor and respond to cyber security alerts using SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) tools and other professional security systems.
- Incident Management: Develop practical skills in supporting incident response, including the identification, documentation, and escalation of critical security issues.
- Risk Assessment: Gain proficiency in conducting formal Information Security Risk Assessments and executing structured incident management activities.
- Information Governance: Master the principles of information governance and assurance to ensure organisational operations remain secure and legally compliant.
Why choose the Occupational Qualification Route?
The Occupational Qualification is a fast-track route to obtaining the Level 3 Diploma in Cyber Security.
Occupational qualifications are similar to apprenticeships but without the need for WEST tests, employee rights and responsibilities and apprenticeship reviews. They are suitable for existing employees with some experience who wish to formally accredit their competence.
This apprenticeship is also available via an Apprenticeship? See our Level 3 Cyber Security
Why iungo?
iungo Solutions is a multi-accredited centre providing learning programmes focused on digital and green skills. We deliver hyperlocal employer-led solutions for recruiting, retaining, and upskilling diverse professional talent. By partnering with iungo Solutions you will access:
- tailored advice, guidance and support to maximise your apprenticeship and workforce development plans
- flexible delivery models to suit your operational needs including on-site, online, and evening/weekend delivery
- access to industry experienced tutors and assessors skilled in the latest tech stacks
- curated follow-on training opportunities and funding to maximise your investment
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Mandatory Units
- IT & Telecom System Security 2
- Health and Safety in IT
- Principles of Information Governance and Assurance
- Carrying out Information Security Risk Assessment
- Carrying out Information Security Incident Management Activities
- Professional Practice in an IT Context
Optional Units
- Testing IT & Telecoms Systems
- IT System Operation 2
- IT System Operation
- User Profile Administration
- Remote Support for IT Products and Services
- IT System Management
- Investigating and Defining Customer Requirements for IT Systems
- Testing IT Systems
- IT Technical Advice and Guidance
- IT System Management
- IT System Security
- IT Technical Advice and Guidance
- Remote Support for IT Products and Services
- Managing Software Development
- Managing Software Development
- Investigating and Defining Customer Requirements for IT Systems
- Computer Coding
- Principles of Artificial Intelligence use in the Workplace
This programme is for people who are employed or self-employed and ready to upskill and progress within their current role or switch to a new role within their organisation. The Level 3 Diploma in Cyber Security is suitable for existing staff looking to upskill into roles like Junior Cyber Security Analyst, ensuring a pipeline of secure digital talent.
Is this qualification for a new recruit? Undertake this qualification as part of an Apprenticeship Framework.
Delivery Model
- 6 months
- 6 fortnightly sessions
- Monthly 1:1s
- 4 assessment workshops
Qualification
- Agored Cymru Level 3 Diploma in Cyber Security (145 Credits)
- Assessment is via assignments and a portfolio of work-based evidence. There are no examinations in this qualification.
Completing the Level 3 Diploma provides a direct pathway to the Level 4 Diploma in Cyber Security or advanced technical roles and specialised vendor certifications, including:
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity
- CompTIA Security+
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
See our Vendor Certification provision for further information.
The tuition fee for the standalone Diploma is £2,995 inclusive of VAT. You may be eligible for 100% funding to complete this qualification if you are:
- Aged 19 or above
- Living in Wales; and
- Employed or Self Employed
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