Cyber Security Courses

If you have a passion for protection and a drive to ensure the safety and security of others; then pursuing a career in the security sector is for you. Explore the range of security courses to start making your way towards challenging careers in private investigation, security and intelligence.

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Salary Expectancy $50K to $91K

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Certified Ethical Hacker Course

If you’re looking to obtain a certification in how to look for the weaknesses and vulnerabilities in target systems, both professionally and personally, then the Certified Ethical Hacker – CEH- certification is for you. Hundreds of experts...

Study Method Online

Location Anywhere

Job Outcomes Ethical Hacker

Cyber Security Career Starter Course Collection

From IT fundamentals to career ready, this collection is aimed at anyone who is concerned with the integrity of the network infrastructure within an organisation. The Cyber Security Career Starter collection consists of industry-leading certifications...

Study Method Online

Location Anywhere

Job Outcomes Cyber security professional

Certified Cybersecurity Professional

Our Certified Cybersecurity Professional course will prepare you for a career in an industry with 0% unemployment. This interactive online course will take you from zero industry experience to a job ready, front line Cybersecurity Analyst in less than...

Study Method Online

Location Anywhere

Job Outcomes Cybersecurity Analyst

Cyber Security Collection

This collection is packed with everything you need to become a cybersecurity expert. From hardware and software to networking and security, the cybersecurity collection covers it all. If you have a grasp of the basics and would like to push yourself wi...

Study Method Online

Location Anywhere

Job Outcomes Security Specialist +1

IT Security Collection

Study Method Online

Location Anywhere

Job Outcomes Security Specialist +1

Cybersecurity for Information Technology Operations – CompTIA Security+ Preparation Course

This course prepares you to successfully complete the CompTIA Security+ certification which validates the skills needed for performing cybersecurity tasks. If you are already established in your IT career but interested in branching into cybersecurity,...

Study Method Blended, In-class, Online, Virtual

Location Auckland

Job Outcomes Security Administrator +8

CompTIA PenTest+

PenTest+ is a unique professional certification that allows students to demonstrate the hands-on ability and knowledge to test devices in new environments, including the cloud, mobile and traditional desktops and servers. In this course, you will be in...

Study Method Online

Location Anywhere

Job Outcomes Penetration tester

CompTIA CySA+

If you’re looking to demonstrate your skill in preventing and detecting cybersecurity threats using behavioural analytics and data analysis, then the Cybersecurity Analyst+ certification is for you. This course has been created for cybersecurity practi...

Study Method Online

Location Anywhere

Job Outcomes Cyber Security Analyst

Cybersecurity for Advanced Information Technology Practitioners – CompTIA CASP+ Preparation Course

This course prepares you to successfully achieve the CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) certificate which validates critical thinking across a wide spectrum of security disciplines for proposing and implementing enterprise level solutions a...

Study Method Blended, In-class, Online, Virtual

Location Auckland

Job Outcomes Security Architect +3

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

If you’re looking to gain core knowledge on access control mechanisms and organisational network security in order to minimise system vulnerability to hacks, then the Certified Information Systems Security Professional certification is for you. This ce...

Study Method Online

Location Anywhere

Job Outcomes Security Specialist +1

Cyber Security Analyst Collection

With cyber-attacks continuing to rise, there’s never been a more important time to invest in cyber security. If you’re keen to learn how to analyse vulnerabilities in security systems, then our collection of cyber security analyst collection is for you...

Study Method Online

Location Anywhere

Job Outcomes Cyber security analyst

CompTIA Security+

If you’re looking to strengthen your competency in system security, network infrastructure, access control and organisational security, then the CompTIA Security+ certification is for you. Cloud computing and mobile devices have changed the way we oper...

Study Method Online

Location Anywhere

Job Outcomes Security Specialist +1

Certified Technical Support Specialist – CompTIA A+ Preparation Course

This course prepares you to successfully achieve the CompTIA A+ certification which validates the essential skills required to start an IT career. The course focuses on training candidates to become IT problem solvers in endpoint management and technic...

Study Method Blended, In-class, Online, Virtual

Location Auckland

Job Outcomes Service Desk Analyst +8

Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

If you’re an information security professional looking to demonstrate your competence in best security practices in IT, then the Systems Security Certified Practitioner certification is for you. The SSCP certification is the ideal credential if you’ve...

Study Method Online

Location Anywhere

Job Outcomes Security Specialist +1

PMP and Change Management Collection

The PMP collection is for experienced project managers who are looking to validate their skills and document their knowledge. You will learn how to expertly plan projects, brief in and oversee tasks, and control budgets closely to show real value to th...

Study Method Online

Location Anywhere

Job Outcomes Project managers +2

About Security

Requirements for Entering Security in New Zealand

Skills and Responsibilities

Security Courses NZ

About Security

The security industry is involved in both protection of individuals and the deterrence of threats that could endanger, harm or threaten members of society. It can involve surveillance, analysis, safeguarding networks as well as gather intelligence or crowd controlling. Some higher level careers in security and intelligence can work for the government in anti-terrorism.

The job prospects in the security industry vary based on the level of the position, for instance, there’s a good chance of obtaining a job as a security guard, which currently employers almost 8,000 people in New Zealand, however, job opportunity for intelligence officers are slightly less common.

The rate of pay can also change considerably depending on experience, skills and qualifications. Security guards with over three years of experience, or those specialised in private investigation can earn up to $33 per hour, and intelligence officers in the defence force can earn up to $68,000 per year.

Requirements for Entering Security in New Zealand

There are some legal requirements to become a professional in the security sector, be it as a security guard or a private investigator. To become a security guard in New Zealand there are no compulsory education needs, however having sufficient knowledge before applying is very useful. There is also mandatory training of at least three months that’s necessary and first aid training is also a crucial qualification. The most important item is a Certificate of Approval issued by the Ministry of Justice which is needed. Similar to most jobs concerned with protecting people, a police check will need to be performed to make sure there has been no previous convictions.

To become a Private Investigator, while there isn’t a qualification necessary, having a large amount of knowledge in surveillance, investigating and the legal constraints around trespass and privacy greatly increase the likelihood of finding a job. You will also need a Private Security Licence from the Ministry of Justice which can be applied for through the Private Security Personnel Licensing Authority (PSPLA)

Skills and Responsibilities

Security Practices
Surveillance methods and technology
Legal requirements
Laws as to privacy and trespass
Preparation of documents for legal proceeds
Perform Security checks

Security Courses NZ

Certificate

A certificate in security is a great way to develop the foundation of knowledge needed to create a successful career in the industry, through enhancing skills in research, surveillance as well as the legal requirements which need to be followed when it comes to security. A certificate in Private Investigation, for instance, will cover areas such as investigative photography, evidence, reporting, analysis and equipment use.

Bachelor Degree

If you’ve got your eyes set on a specialised security role in intelligence or working for the defence force in New Zealand. A Bachelor or Arts (Security Studies) will ensure you have the opportunity to develop the highly specialised skills in managing threats, anti-terrorism policies and assessing security issues both domestically and on a global scale. There is also the option of focusing on cyber- security, counter-terrorism or intelligence in these university level courses in New Zealand.