CYBER INTRUSION ANALYST – Level: 4

The main role of a Cyber Intrusion Analyst is to identify the breaches in network security, they will then decide if they will escalate the incident or take other action. Typically an intrusion Analyst utilises a range of automated equipment to overlook networks in real time, understanding and interpreting the alerts generated by the tools used, it is then down to the judgement of the Analyst to decipher whether the alert presents itself as a security breach. 

 During this qualification apprentices must achieve 5 of the knowledge modules as listed below: 

  • Knowledge Module 1: Networks (for level 4 Cyber Intrusion Analyst Apprenticeship) 
  • Knowledge Module 2: Operating Systems (for level 4 Cyber Intrusion Analyst Apprenticeship) 
  • Knowledge Module 3: Information and Cyber Security Foundations (for level 4 Cyber Intrusion Analyst Apprenticeship) 
  • Knowledge Module 4: Business Processes (for level 4 Cyber Intrusion Analyst Apprenticeship) 
  • Knowledge Module 5: Law, Regulation and Ethics (for level 4 Cyber Intrusion Analyst Apprenticeship 

24 Months

Most employers will set their own entry requirements for this qualification however they are likely to include 2 or more A Levels, a level 3 apprenticeship or any other relevant qualification or experience.

On Programme Assessment 

 Technical knowledge and understanding is assessed on programme through all the modules. 

 Compilation of portfolio 

 End Point Assessment 

 A portfolio – presented towards the end of the apprenticeship, containing evidence 

from real work projects which have been completed during the apprenticeship 

 A project – giving the apprentice the opportunity to undertake a business-related 

project over a one-week period away from the day-to-day workplace 

An employer reference.  

 A structured interview with an assessor – exploring what has been presented in the 

portfolio and the project as well as looking at how it has been produced 

Upon completion learner can progress towards degree level qualification at university or degree level apprenticeship. 

 This apprenticeship has links with the entry to IISP Associate Membership, on completing the apprenticeship students are eligible to apply to register for entry onto the Register of IT Technicians confirming SFIA level 3 professional competence.

Currently due to COVID 19 we are teaching online learning. All of our classes are conducted through online Microsoft Teams or Zoom. All of our assessments are also submitted through online systems and feedback is provided to the learners. If any learners will need extra support, we will provide 1-to-1 tutorials to meet their learning needs. However, we will move towards campus-based studies upon the government guidelines and needs of our employers and apprentices.