Skill pathway
Cyber Security
Technology
Protecting systems, networks, data and users from digital threats.
Why employers ask for Cyber Security
Cyber Security shows up in the skill requirements for 4 of the Australian careers we track, including Cyber Security Analyst, ICT Managers, ICT Support and Test Engineers. 5 of the job listings currently on SkillHarbour name it as a requirement.
Where to learn Cyber Security
Start here (beginner)
Microsoft
Cybersecurity Identity and Access Solutions with Azure AD
Microsoft Learn
Describe basic cybersecurity threats, attacks, and mitigations
Microsoft Learn
Describe the concepts of cybersecurity
Packt
Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Arizona State University
Professional Skills: Digital Security
LearnQuest
Designing Information System Security Architectures
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate IV in Offensive Cyber Security
University of Colorado System
Introduction to Applied Cryptography
EDUCBA
SIEM Splunk Hands-On Guide
Pearson
CompTIA CYSA+ CS0-003: Vulnerability Management
Pearson
Ethical Hacking - Pearson Cert Prep
Packt
CISM Certification Masterclass 2026: Complete Guide
LearnKartS
CompTIA Security+ Certification Preparation
Infosec
Computer Forensics
Pearson
Business Information Systems Fundamentals
Microsoft Learn
Describe authentication and authorization in cybersecurity
Put It to Work: Prepare for Cybersecurity Jobs
Nationally Recognised Training
Cyber Security Threat Assessment and Risk Management Skill Set
Automate Cybersecurity Tasks with Python
University of Colorado System
Applied Cryptography
Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks
Simplilearn
Master Basics of Cybersecurity Fundamentals Training
IT Security: Defense against the digital dark arts
Infosec
Cybersecurity Foundations
Whizlabs
Exam Prep SC-401: Microsoft Information Security Admin
Whizlabs
Exam Prep CISM: Certified Information Security Manager
Fortinet, Inc.
Fortinet Network Security
University of Colorado Boulder
Vital Skills for Data Science
Advancing Women in Tech
Real-World Cybersecurity Leadership
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate IV in Cyber Security
LearnKartS
CISM Certification Preparation
Nationally Recognised Training
Workplace Cyber Security Threat and Risk Prevention Skill Set
Microsoft
Microsoft Cybersecurity Analyst
IBM
Security Analyst Fundamentals
IBM
IBM IT Support
Total Seminars
CompTIA PenTest+
Microsoft Learn
Build cybersecurity resilience in K-12 classrooms with Microsoft tools
Nationally Recognised Training
Cyber Security Awareness Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Cyber Security Insider Risks and Threats Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Cyber Security Strategy and Governance Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Workplace Cyber Security Foundations Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Cyber Security for Intermediate Roles Skill Set
IBM
IBM Cybersecurity Analyst
Microsoft Learn
Threat Modeling Security Fundamentals
Microsoft
Microsoft Foundations of Cybersecurity, Networking, and Cloud Systems
Vanderbilt University
Generative AI Cybersecurity & Privacy for Leaders
Microsoft Learn
Describe concepts of cryptography
Microsoft Learn
Describe device-based threats and security controls
Microsoft Learn
AI security fundamentals
Nationally Recognised Training
Cyber Security for Advanced Roles Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Advanced Diploma of Cyber Security
University of Colorado System
Fundamentals of Computer Network Security
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate IV in Information Technology
Nationally Recognised Training
Diploma of Information Technology
Nationally Recognised Training
Advanced Diploma of Information Technology
Packt
The Complete Ethical Hacking Bootcamp: Beginner To Advanced
Johns Hopkins University
Intrusion Detection
Nationally Recognised Training
Advanced Diploma of Applied Blockchain
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate III in Enabling Technologies
Nationally Recognised Training
Cyber Risk Assessment Practitioner
Nationally Recognised Training
Cyber Risk Response
IBM
IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist
Coursera
Back-End Infrastructure: Servers, Secure APIs and Data
Packt
Practical Cybersecurity: Stay Safe Online
Microsoft Learn
Learn how Microsoft supports using multifactor authentication as part of a cybersecurity solution
Microsoft Learn
Learn how Microsoft supports secure software development as part of a cybersecurity solution
DeepLearning.AI
Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs)
LearnQuest
Generative AI for Cybersecurity
EDUCBA
Kali Linux: Ethical Hacking & Pentesting
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate III in Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineering
Nationally Recognised Training
Intermediate Digital Skills for Small Business Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Core Technical IT Skills for Introductory Roles Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Core Technical IT Skills for Advanced Roles Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Enterprise Desktop Virtualisation Specialist Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Core Technical IT Skills for Intermediate Roles Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Network Security and System Protection Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Cyber Incident Threat Detection and Prevention Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Cyber Incident Response Skill Set
Nationally Recognised Training
Cloud Infrastructure Skill Set
Packt
CompTIA Security+ Certification (SY0-701): The Total Course
Nationally Recognised Training
Advanced Cyber Incident Threat Detection and Prevention Skill Set
Packt
NIST Cybersecurity and Risk Management Frameworks
Microsoft
Microsoft Enterprise AI Governance, Ethics & Security
EC-Council
Information Security Analyst
LearnQuest
Identifying and Managing Security Gaps for Remote Teams
Packt
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)
John Wiley & Sons
Information Systems Foundations for Business
Macquarie University
AI-Powered Cybersecurity
Microsoft Learn
Learn how Microsoft supports data discovery, classification, and protection as part of a cybersecurity solution
Macquarie University
Cyber Security: Essentials for Governance, Risk & Compliance
Infosec
Cybersecurity Leadership and Management
Pearson
CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) CS0-003
Packt
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) v.12
IBM
IBM Generative AI for Cybersecurity Professionals
Macquarie University
Cyber Security: DevOps
AI CERTs
Securing the Assets: Bitcoin Security
Microsoft
Microsoft Cybersecurity Architecture SC-100
L&T EduTech
Smart Grid Technologies with Cloud Computing Solutions
EDUCBA
Applied Python: Web Dev, Machine Learning & Cryptography
Kennesaw State University
Managing Cybersecurity
Johns Hopkins University
Information Assurance Analysis
University of Colorado System
Secure Software Design
LearnQuest
Security at the Edge
University of Maryland, College Park
Cybersecurity in the AI Era
Packt
CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 Full Training Guide
Packt
CISM Certification Complete Course - All Domains 2026
John Wiley & Sons
CISM Certified Information Security Manager Study Guide
University of Colorado System
Computer Communications
Macquarie University
Cyber Security: Essentials for Forensics
AI CERTs
AI for Telecommunications
Google Cybersecurity
John Wiley & Sons
CISSP For Dummies
University of Minnesota
Cybersecurity in the Cloud
Learn to Care
Cyber Security and Data Protection for Australian Workplaces
Learn to Care
Data, Privacy & Cyber Security in NDIS Services
LearnKartS
Campus to Corporate Training Program
Google Cybersecurity
Microsoft Learn
Learn how Microsoft safeguards customer data
CertNexus
CyberSec First Responder – Advanced (CFR-A): Exam CFA-110
Infosec
Cybersecurity Risk Management Framework
Coursera Partner
Saviynt Identity Security for AI Age (ISAA)
Pearson
Practical Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Coursera
Cybersecurity in modern organizations
Vanderbilt University
ChatGPT: Master Free AI Tools to Supercharge Productivity
Microsoft
Microsoft Azure Security Tools Specialization
Kennesaw State University
Cybersecurity: Developing a Program for Your Business
The Skill Valley
AI for Intelligent Operations Management
John Wiley & Sons
Cybersecurity For Dummies
SkillUp
Certified Blockchain Security Professional (CBSP) Exam Prep
IBM
IT Fundamentals for Cybersecurity
Infosec
Python for Cybersecurity
University of Colorado System
Advanced System Security Design
University of California, Irvine
Introduction to Cybersecurity & Risk Management
Packt
Advanced Security and Troubleshooting
IBM
Information Technology (IT) and Cloud Fundamentals
IBM
IBM IT Project Manager
IBM
Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Packt
Certified Incident Handler (ECIH) v2
Microsoft Learn
Analyze cybersecurity incidents with Security Copilot
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Everyday Cybersecurity: Protecting People, Data & Business
Johns Hopkins University
Introduction to Ethical Hacking
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Microsoft Learn
Implement and manage Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention
Microsoft Learn
Implement Microsoft Purview Information Protection
Microsoft Learn
Perform threat hunting in Microsoft Sentinel
Microsoft Learn
Design security solutions for applications and data
Microsoft Learn
Strengthen security posture using Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Microsoft Sentinel
Microsoft Learn
Elevate Educator - Explorer (General)
Microsoft Learn
Design security operations, identity, and compliance capabilities
Microsoft Learn
Audit and search activity in Microsoft Purview
Microsoft Learn
Implement and manage Microsoft 365 retention and recovery
Microsoft Learn
Design solutions that align with security best practices and priorities
Microsoft Learn
Manage identity and access in Microsoft 365
Microsoft Learn
Design security solutions for infrastructure
Microsoft Learn
MS-102 Implement threat protection by using Microsoft Defender XDR
Microsoft Learn
Implement information protection and data loss prevention by using Microsoft Purview
Microsoft Learn
Perform basic Azure Management Tasks (Security and Monitoring)
Microsoft Learn
Design solutions that align with the Microsoft Cybersecurity Reference Architecture (MCRA) and Microsoft cloud security benchmark (MCSB)
Microsoft Learn
Boost K-12 school cybersecurity leadership with Microsoft tools
Microsoft Learn
Introduction to information security and compliance in Microsoft Purview
Careers that use Cyber Security
Jobs asking for Cyber Security
- Staff Security EngineerCanva · Sydney, NSWSalary not published
- Director of Customer Success, APACUpGuard · Salary not published
- Senior Manager, Cyber Defence and EngineeringASX Limited · AustraliaSalary not published
- IT Helpdesk InternshipPremium Graduate Placements Australia · Melbourne, VICSalary not published
- ServiceNow DeveloperNCC Group · Sydney, NSWSalary not published