Skill · Software and tools
Cybersecurity
Protect information, accounts and devices, and recognise an attack when you see one.
- Courses51 free
- Careers0use this skill
- ClusterSoftware and tools
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5 courses1 free to start
You'll learn
- Strong authentication, passwords and access control
- Recognise phishing, fraud and social engineering
- Protect devices, files and backups
- Respond correctly when something looks wrong
- Apply the basics of information security at work
Tools
- Password managers
- Multi-factor authentication
- Endpoint protection
Courses that teach it
Free courses open the moment you join. The rest are in NIBS Plus.
Free
Skill Courses
- Digital Foundations Digital Literacy The foundation course: computers, the internet, security, AI tools, Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email, networks and a first look at data and code. Twenty modules, each with a practical task. Included in NIBS Plus View course
- Technology IT Support Fundamentals A short practical skill in technology. Learn it, show it in a practical task, and have it recorded on your Skills Passport. Included in NIBS Plus View course
- Cybersecurity Cybersecurity Awareness A short practical skill in cybersecurity. Learn it, show it in a practical task, and have it recorded on your Skills Passport. Included in NIBS Plus View course
Role Pathways
Careers that use Cybersecurity
This skill is not linked to a career yet. It still counts on your Skills Passport.
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