Introduction to Information and Communications Technology Security
Award – Statement of Attainment
Course aim
The aim of the 2-day Introduction to Information and Communications Technology Security (IICTS) course is to provide security practitioners with an overview of the principles, policy and procedures relating to information and communications technology (ICT) security. The course is designed for general protective security practitioners including members of an organisations’ security team, Agency Security Advisers (ASAs) and managers with responsibility for the ICT security function. It is designed to provide a contemporary, non-technical overview of the ICT security environment.
The course uses workshops, case studies, and practical examples to develop further understanding and enhance competence in the application of ICT security methodologies. The course is based on the Australian Government Protective Security Manual (PSM), the Australian Government Information and Communications Technology Security Manual (ACSI 33) published by the Defence Signals Directorate, and AS/NZS ISO/IEC 27001:2006, Information Technology – Security techniques.
Learning objectives
Develop the skills and knowledge of:
- the need for ICT security
- the ICT Security Framework
- ICT Security Certifications in Government
- risk management for ICT security
- the interrelationship between physical and ICT security
- ICT security education and awareness, and
- technical elements.
Key content areas
- Australian Government Information and Communications Technology Security Manual (ACSI 33), published by the Defence Signals Directorate.
- Australian / New Zealand Standard on Risk Management AS/NZ 4360:2004.
- Standards Australia / Standards New Zealand Handbook on Risk Management HB 167:2006.
- Australian Government Protective Security Manual, Part C – Information Security.
Course prerequisites
Protective Security Practice course or equivalent experience.
Course duration
2 days
Course fee – Canberra only
$1375 – GST exempt
Course dates – Canberra only
22-23 April 2008
11-12 June 2008
22-23 July 2008
1-2 October 2008
26-27 November 2008
Links
- Australian Government Protective Security Manual (PSM) published by the Attorney-General’s Department
- Australian Government Information and Communications Technology Security Manual (ACSI 33) published by the Defence Signals Directorate
- Standards Australia
- Australian / New Zealand Standard on Risk Management AS/NZ 4360:2004
- Standards Australia / Standards New Zealand Handbook on Risk Management HB 167:2006