Cyber Security Risk Assessments for Stronger Defences
Build stronger cyber defences by mastering risk assessment. Learn to identify vulnerabilities, mitigate threats, and align with ISO27001 and Australian regulations—strengthening your organisation’s security posture in a dynamic digital landscape.

This accredited course leads to a Statement of Attainment for ICTCYS608 – Perform cyber security risk assessments, issued by South Sydney College (RTO Code: 45279).
40-60 Hrs (Self-paced)
estimated duration
100% Online
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Who This Course Is For?
Assessments
To demonstrate competency, you'll complete
Note: All assessments are aligned with the requirements of ICTCYS608 and reflect real contract performance management practices.

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What You'll Learn?
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Conduct cyber risk assessments in line with ISO27001 and organisational policies.
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Identify key assets and analyse their exposure to internal and external threats.
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Evaluate risk appetite and apply mitigation strategies.
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Align findings with the organisational risk register and strategic goals.
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Report and document risk outcomes using industry-standard frameworks.
Additional Learning Benefits
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Courses like this one can contribute to university credit and industry certifications.
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Many ICT units align with CompTIA certification, offering clear pathways to global recognition.
Topics Covered
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Assessment Planning
ISO27001 & ISO31000 Stakeholder Engagement Legal Compliance (Privacy Act, SOCI Act)
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Conducting the Assessment
Tools Software Methods Documentation Threat Modelling
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Reporting and Mitigation
Aligning with Risk Registers Developing Control Strategies Communicating Findings
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Applied Cyber Governance
Real-World Case Studies Documentation Templates AI Assistant Support
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you'll be able to:
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Plan, perform, and document cybersecurity risk assessments.
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Identify and mitigate threats to organisational assets.
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Align your risk findings with compliance frameworks and strategic goals.
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Communicate cybersecurity risks to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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Support certification readiness for ICTCYS608.
Learning Pathway
SSC Online provides a flexible learning journey designed to support your goals—whether you’re upskilling, pursuing formal qualifications, or preparing for university or industry certification.
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Essential / Premium Plan: Build your knowledge and skills with flexible, self-paced learning. Access up to 100 courses across high-demand fields like business, IT, project management, and cyber security.
Go Further
Accredited Units (available via Professional Plan or pay-per-certification). Complete formal assessments to earn a Statement of Attainment for nationally recognized units of competency.
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Full Qualifications: Stack your accredited units to progress toward a full nationally recognised qualification.
Your Future Pathways
After completing full qualifications or selected accredited units, you can::
- Gain credit transfer to Australian universities toward a bachelor's degree (selected units only).
- Sit for CompTIA Certification exams (selected ICT units).
- Enhance your employability skills with industry-ready credentials.
*Credit transfer and certification opportunities are available for selected units only.
Certificates Included

Australian Accredited Certification (AQF Certificate)
(Available through formal qualification pathways)

Statement of Attainment for accredited unit
(Accredited Certification)

SSC Professional Certificate
(Essential & Premium)
Compliance Statement
This course is delivered and assessed by South Sydney College, a division of Knit Group Australia Pty Ltd (RTO Code: 45279).
The unit ICTCYS608 – Perform cyber security risk assessments is drawn from the BSB Business Services Training Package and is nationally recognised training.
Statements of Attainment are issued in accordance with the Standards for RTOs 2015. For information about support services, fees, refunds, and your rights as a learner, please refer to the Learner Handbook or contact us directly via email: online.support@ssc.edu.au.

Unlimited access to all SSC-developed courses in our micro-credential library.
Get this course, plus full access to all SSC skills and certification courses, with our Essential Plan. Learn more
AUD $48 per month, billed annually
$59 billed monthly
Have an SSC coupon? Apply it below or at checkout. Once applied, the discount will appear during checkout.
Unlimited access to all SSC-developed courses in our micro-credential library.
Get this course, plus full access to all SSC skills and certification courses, with our Premium Plan. Learn more
AUD $96 per month, billed annually
$120 billed monthly
Have an SSC coupon? Apply it below or at checkout. Once applied, the discount will appear during checkout.
- Choose Your Plan
- Login to your account
- Start learning instantly
Note: Industry-certified or partner courses are available separately and are not included in the standard subscription.
Includes accredited certification, assessment support, and formal recognition of your skills. Learn more