
Why choose the Cyber Security Analyst Pathway?


Opportunities

The industry
The UK's growing and cutting edge cyber security sector will be boosted by millions in new investment and a roadmap for growth, as part of the Plan for Change (GOV.UK, 2025). There will still be an estimated 3.5 million unfilled cyber security jobs worldwide by the end of this year (Cybersecurity Ventures, 2024).
Opportunities
The mean salary for cyber security professionals in the UK is £56,030 (Adzuna Intelligence, 2025), which is 46.3% more than the overall national mean salary.
Job insights
Here are some potential job roles you could pursue after completing this pathway:
Security Analyst
Protects computer systems and data from cyber threats. Monitoring networks for security breaches, investigating incidents, implementing security measures, and developing strategies to prevent future attacks. The role is crucial for maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive information.
SOC Analyst
Monitors, detects, and responds to security incidents within an organisation's network. First line defense against cyber threats, acting as a crucial component of a security operations center. Responsibilities include analysing security alerts, investigating potential threats, and implementing measures to mitigate risks.
Cyber Security Analyst
Protects an organisation's networks, systems and information by planning, implementing, upgrading, and monitoring security measures.
Accreditors
We make sure we provide our students with the most relevant, industry standard content, which is why this course is made up of material accredited by the following education leaders.
CompTIA
The leading global IT trade association, CompTIA, gives the industry a unified voice and real leadership in the IT community. As a non-profit organisation, CompTIA offers a unique range of training courses that validate your IT skills without restricting you to individual product suites.
AWS
Amazon Web Services is a subsidiary of Amazon providing on-demand cloud computing platforms and APIs to individuals, companies, and governments, on a metered pay-as-you-go basis.
UK Cyber Security Council
The UK Cyber Security Council is the Government backed body for the Cyber Security profession. It sets the national standards for skills, ethics and career progression, ensuring that qualifications and job roles across the UK are consistent and trusted.
IT Foundations course overview
Our IT Foundations course has been created to provide you with a holistic introduction to the foundations of Information Technology (IT), focusing on the essential knowledge and skills needed to understand, operate, and troubleshoot computer systems.
You'll cover hardware, operating systems, networking, software, and IT support practices while also learning the foundations of cybersecurity in today’s digital world.
Study time: 30 guided learning hours
Modules breakdown
What you'll learn
CompTIA Network+ course overview
The CompTIA Network+ certification is a highly regarded entry-level certification that opens doors to various network administration and IT roles. Gain practical skills and become proficient in working with a wide range of hardware, software, and networks.
The demand for CompTIA Network+ professionals continues to grow, offering you abundant opportunities to explore and excel in the IT world.
Study time: 80 guided learning hours
Modules breakdown
What you'll learn
CompTIA Network+ Examination
CompTIA Network+
1 x 90 minute exam, 90 questions.
ACSP incorporating CompTIA Security+ course overview
CompTIA Security+: Recognised globally and highly sought after by employers, this course will elevate your cyber security career and delves into network security, compliance, threats, access control, and more.
Ideal for both beginners and experienced professionals, it's a solid foundation for advanced certifications like CISSP. With hands-on learning and expert instruction, you will gain the skills and knowledge to safeguard organisations from ever-evolving cyber threats. Take charge of your future and make a meaningful impact in the digital world with CompTIA Security+ by your side.
Study time: 80 guided learning hours
Communication essentials: This course helps you build the skills to connect, influence, and lead with confidence. You'll cover topics such as AI-powered communication tools, intentional messaging, nonverbal techniques, technical communication strategies, and the power of effective writing to help you to convey ideas with clarity and impact in any professional setting.
Study time: 11 guided learning hours
Workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion: This course empowers learners to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in any workplace. Explore the meaning and impact of DEI, recognize behaviours that support or hinder inclusion, and discover practical strategies to build a resilient, inclusive culture. Learn how to embed DEI into everyday practices and drive meaningful, lasting organizational change.
Study time: 1 guided learning hour
Modules breakdown
What you'll learn
CompTIA Security+ Examination
CompTIA Security+
1 x 90 minute exam (included), 90 multiple choice and performance-based questions.
CompTIA CySA+ course overview
This certification empowers you to identify, prevent, and respond to Cyber Security threats effectively. Through comprehensive training in Behavioural Analytics, Data Analysis, and Threat Mitigation, you'll become well-equipped to safeguard networks and businesses from potential dangers.
With 80 guided learning hours, you'll gain valuable insights and hands-on experience to showcase your proficiency in detecting and mitigating vulnerabilities. Take the next step in your Cyber Security career and set yourself apart with the CompTIA CySA+ certification.
Study time: 80 guided learning hours
Modules breakdown
What you'll learn
CompTIA CySA+ Examination
CompTIA CySA+
1 x 165 minute exam, 85 multiple choice and performance-based questions.
Future proof your career with AI certification:

The AWS Certified AI Practitioner is a course designed to provide a strong foundation in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and generative AI within the AWS Cloud ecosystem. It is provided as standard with our tech career pathways*.
This certification validates your ability to understand AI concepts, identify practical business use cases, and leverage AWS services to build smarter, more efficient solutions without requiring a programming background.
By earning the AIF-C01 certification, you position yourself as a forward-thinking professional who can bridge the gap between technical teams and business strategy. You’ll gain the language, tools, and frameworks needed to guide AI initiatives, communicate with stakeholders, and ensure projects deliver measurable impact.
Course modules:
- AWS Certified AI Practitioner Modules Breakdown:
- Basic AI Concepts and Terminologies
- Practical Use Cases for AI
- The ML Development Lifecycle
- ML Operations (MLOps)
- Basic Concepts of Generative AI
- Capabilities and Limitations of Generative AI
- Building Generative AI Applications with AWS
- Design Factors for Applications Using Foundation Models
- Effective Prompt Engineering Techniques
- Training, Fine-Tuning, and Evaluating Foundation Models
Study time: 10 learning hours
Exam: 1 x 90 minute exam, 65 multiple choice and multiple response questions
*content is made available once your first core pathway certification has been passed
Boost your employability with our career booster course:
Your pathway also includes our critical thinking course. While technical skills are important, critical thinking skills are often the distinguishing factor that sets successful businesses and professionals apart. They enable individuals to effectively navigate the complexities of the business world and drive innovation and growth.
- Critical thinking: Strengthen your ability to analyse, evaluate, and lead with clarity. This course covers challenging assumptions, investigating arguments, drawing sound conclusions, leveraging analogical thinking, overcoming cognitive biases, and applying critical thinking to leadership giving you the tools to make smarter decisions and guide teams with confidence.


